CarRecallWatchThe 2009 Mazda RX-8 has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (3 reports).
2009 Mazda RX-8 recalls
Fuel Pump Rings May Leak, Creating Fire Risk
Certain 2006-2007 MazdaSpeed6 and 2009-2011 RX-8 vehicles may have fuel pump mounting rings that allow fuel to leak.
Passenger airbag inflator may explode, causing injury
The front passenger airbag inflator in these Mazda vehicles can explode during a crash that deploys the airbag.
Passenger Airbag May Explode in Crash, Sending Metal Fragments
This recall covers 2009-2010 Mazda RX-8 vehicles that were previously recalled but never repaired.
Passenger airbag inflator may explode, spraying metal fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles can degrade over time from long-term exposure to humidity and temperature changes.
Most common 2009 Mazda RX-8 problems
Problem areas named in the 8 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 |
| Structure | 1 |
What owners report
MAZDA RECALLED ALL 2004-2008 RX8 MODELS FOR FUEL PUMP AND LOCKRING GASKET ASSEMBLY LEAKAGE. MY 2009 RX8 HAS THE SAME ISSUE AND STARTING LEAKING GAS ON 1-02-2020 WHILE PARKED IN A GARAGE. I CALLED MAZDA AND WAS TOLD THERE WERE NO RECALLS; HOWEVER MY CAR HAS THE SAME PROBLEM THE 2004-2008 MODELS HAD. NOW I HAVE TO PAY CLOSE TO $1,000.00 FOR REPAIR THAT SHOULD BE COVERED UNDER THE RECALL.
I PURCHASED A MAZDA RX8 NEW IN 2009. I HAVE NOTICED THE PASSENGER DASH CRACKING. AT FIRST IT WAS SMALL LINES, AND I THOUGHT IT WAS THE NORMAL LOOK OF IT, BUT OVER TIME THE CRACKS GOT BIGGER. I WENT TO MY MAZDA DEALER AND THEY TOLD ME THAT OTHER CUSTOMERS HAD SAME ISSUES AND THEY ARE STILL WAITING FOR A MAZDA RECALL. I HAVE EVEN SEEN OTHER SIMILAR COMPLAINTS ONLINE. THE CRACKS LOOK HORRIBLE.
CLUTCH WILL NOT WORK
WHILE DRIVING I NOTICED A FUEL SMELL COMING THROUGH MY VENTS. AFTER CHECKING AROUND THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT I SAW FUEL POOLING ON THE ENGINE PASSENGER SIDE. I'M UNAWARE AT THE MOMENT OF THE CAUSE ADD I AM TAKING IT TO BE CHECKED AT THE DEALER TOMORROW. *TR
2009 RX 8 MAZDA VIN#[XXX] I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY AND ALL THE SUDDEN THE CRUISE CONTROL SHUT OFF CAUSING THE CAR TO IMMEDIATELY SLOW DOWN BY 10 MILES AN HOUR. THE CRUISE CONTROL WOULD NOT RE-ENGAGE. I AM NOW HAVING AN ISSUE WHERE IT FEELS MY ABS IS ENGAGING WHEN I FIRST START DRIVING IN FIRST AND SECOND GEAR. I HAVE TAKEN THIS CAR TO THE MAZDA DEALERSHIP WHERE THEY SAID THEY COULD NOT RECREATE THE PROBLEM. THEY SIMPLY STATED IT COULD JUST BE THE 100+ DEGREE TEXAS WEATHER. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
2009 Mazda RX-8 questions
Does the 2009 Mazda RX-8 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2009 Mazda RX-8: Fuel Pump Rings May Leak, Creating Fire Risk; Passenger airbag inflator may explode, causing injury; Passenger Airbag May Explode in Crash, Sending Metal Fragments; Passenger airbag inflator may explode, spraying metal fragments. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Mazda RX-8?
Based on 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (3), Vehicle Speed Control (3), Fuel/Propulsion System (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2009 Mazda RX-8 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.