CarRecallWatchThe 2010 Mazda RX-8 has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Seat Belts (1 report).
2010 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 may explode, spraying metal shrapnel
Certain 2010-2011 Mazda RX-8 vehicles have passenger frontal air bag inflators that can degrade over time from long-term exposure to humidity and temperature changes.
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.
Most common 2010 Mazda RX-8 problems
Problem areas named in the 5 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
What owners report
Safety concerns of Sam Leman Mazda located in blooomington IL installed a radiator from auto zone instead of using Mazda-approved parts. Sam Lemans modified other vehicle components to make the auto zone part fit and initially suggested using zip ties. My vehicle was held from Nov 5-25, 2025 while the dealership attempted to figure out how to alter components to fit the Auto Zone part - my choices were use the (1) Auto Zone part or (2) supply my own. Mazda corporate was then involved due to the unnecessary vehicle modifications due to Sam Lemans using a non approved Mazda part (Auto Zone radiator). Sam Leman compromised safety & my vehicle has been compromised due to component alternation
THERE IS ALREADY A PRIOR RECALL ON LOWER CONTROL ARMS FOR EARLIER MADE MAZDA RX-8S. WHY ARE THE LATER MODELS ALSO NOT INCLUDED? IS IT BECAUSE THE MODEL I HAVE THERE WERE NOT AS MANY MADE, SO NOT AS MANY LEFT ON THE ROAD? YOU CAN HEAR A DULL POP WHEN TURNING THE CORNER TIME. FAMILY MEMBER IS A MECHANIC, HE ADVISED WHAT THIS WAS, AND TO CHECK FOR RECALL . . .WELL THERE IS ONE, JUST FOR 2004-2008 MODELS, WHY DOESN'T THE RECALL INCLUDE 2009 & 2010 ALSO? *TR
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MAZDA RX-8. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAGS WERE REPLACED TWO YEARS AGO. SINCE THEN, THE AIR BAGS HAVE BEGUN TO PUSH OUT OF THE DASHBOARD. HILEY MAZDA OF FORT WORTH (9000 WEST FWY, SUITE B, FORT WORTH, TX 76108, (817) 367-4000) STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN A RECALL AND THE REPAIR WOULD COST $1,400. THE MANUFACTURER PROVIDED A REFERENCE NUMBER, BUT WOULD NOT ASSIST SINCE THERE WAS NO RECALL. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 40,000.
CLUTCH PEDAL MOUNTING BRACKET SNAPPED AT THE BOLT WHICH RESULTS IN CLUTCH NOT ENGAGING PROPERLY. THE ISSUE RENDERS THE CAR USELESS UNTIL REPAIRED. IT OCCURRED TO ME ON THE HIGHWAY AND I WAS FORCED TO MAKE AN EMERGENCY STOP AND HAVE THE CAR TOWED.
MY STEPDAUGHTER PLACED HER INFANT/CARSEAT IN THE REAR SEAT OF OUR 2010 MAZDA RX-8. SHE REACHED FOR THE CLOSEST SEATBELT (THAT TURNED OUT TO BE THE FRONT SEATBELT) AND LATCHED THE CAR SEAT IN PLACE. AFTER SHE SAT DOWN IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT, SHE REALIZED HER MISTAKE. THREE PEOPLE ATTEMPTED TO PRESS THE BELT RELEASE HOWEVER ALL OF US FAILED. ALSO, THE BELT ROLLED IN AS IT'S DESIGNED TO SO I COULD NOT GATHER ENOUGH SLACK TO TAKE THE INFANT OUT WHILE IN THE CARSEAT. AFTER A FEW MINUTES, WE WERE ABLE TO REMOVE HER INFANT FROM THE CARSEAT, AND THEN I FORCIBLY REMOVED THE CAR SEAT. THE SEATBELT IMMEDIATELY ROLLED BACK AGAIN AS IT'S DESIGNED TO DO SO NO MATTER HOW HARD I TRIED, I COULD NO
2010 Mazda RX-8 questions
Does the 2010 Mazda RX-8 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2010 Mazda RX-8: Fuel Pump Rings May Leak, Creating Fire Risk; Passenger airbag may explode, spraying metal shrapnel; Passenger airbag inflator may explode, causing injury; Passenger Airbag May Explode in Crash, Sending Metal Fragments. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Mazda RX-8?
Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Seat Belts (1), Power Train (1), Air Bags (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2010 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.