MYRModel Year Report

2011 Mazda RX-8

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2011 Mazda RX-8
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:58:23.927Z

Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mazda RX-8 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2011 highlighted. 2004: 489 complaints 2004 2005: 162 complaints 2005 2006: 60 complaints 2006 2007: 38 complaints 2007 2008: 17 complaints 2008 2009: 8 complaints 2009 2010: 5 complaints 2010 2011: 4 complaints 2011
2011: 4 complaints
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YearComplaints
2004489
2005162
200660
200738
200817
20098
20105
20114

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

VISIBILITY/WIPER

1 of 4 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.

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THE RING/ASSEMBLY HOLDING THE DRIVER SIDE VISOR CRACKED WITH NORMAL USE (PUTTING THE VISOR DOWN (NO EXCESS FORCE WAS USED) AND THE VISOR FELL INTO THE DRIVER'S LINE OF VISION, OBSCURING VISION. IT WAS NOT POSSIBLE TO PUT THE VISOR BACK UP AGAIN.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180727

SUSPENSION

1 of 4 total reports mentions: suspension.

CRASH
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ON MAY 7, 2013, I BROUGHT THE VEHICLE TO PARETTI MAZDA OF METAIRIE BECAUSE A FLUID WAS LEAKING FROM SOMEWHERE NEAR THE DRIVER'S SIDE REAR TIRE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130604

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 of 4 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.

FIRE
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The incident occurred on 02/08/2023. Prior to this, I brought my car to the dealership due to a recall to fix gas mounting rings, recall number .

NHTSA ODI report, 20230711

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 4 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

FIRE
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The contact owns a 2011 Mazda Rx 8. The contact stated after performing NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V744000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) while driving at 35 MPH, the contact smelled the odor of smoke in the vehicle, but no warning light illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 20230711

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20180706 — air bags

Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2003-2008 Mazda6, 2006-2007 Mazdaspeed6 and 2004 MPV vehicles nationwide.

Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is performed. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began July 6, 2018.

Campaign 18V402000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20190709 — air bags

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2010-2011 Mazda RX-8 vehicles that were previously recalled under recall 18V-716 but have not yet been repaired.

Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. The recall began July 9, 2019.

Campaign 19V488000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20210917 — EA (open)

Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

R 20211117 — fuel system, gasoline

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2009-2011 RX-8 and 2006-2007 MazdaSpeed6 vehicles. Fuel may leak from the fuel pump mounting rings.

Remedy: Dealers will install new fuel pump mounting rings. Dealers will also add a thermal insulation pad to the fuel tank on RX-8 vehicles. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 17, 2021.

Campaign 21V744000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2011 Mazda RX-8 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for visibility/wiper issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 18V402000 (air bags) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 19V488000 (air bags) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 21V744000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2011 Mazda RX-8 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Mazda RX-8?

The most-reported component is visibility/wiper, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2011 Mazda RX-8 have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.