Mazda RX-8 loss of power problems

Filed Dec 21, 2018 · Electrical · FL

Sporadic power steering loss, almost got into 2 accidents. While driving I would loss power steering.

Filed May 28, 2018 · Steering · 137,000 miles · AZ

The coolant overflow hose is above power steering harness. The fluid leaks on the electrical power steering harness causing a loss of continuity and ground,causing a loss of power steering at start up and while driving and turning on city streets and highways. Its just a matter of time before this faulty electrical power steering unit and power steering module will result in injury and or death.

Filed Aug 18, 2017 · Engine · 80,000 miles · WI

Engines were recalled for loss of power and compression and was not completed on the car I own. Causes car to stall and will not restart until cooled down, potentially creating a dangerous situation in traffic. Known defect that was not addressed on the car I own. Car loses power after it heats up.

Filed Aug 17, 2017 · Engine · 23,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 mazda rx-8. While driving 35 MPH, the vehicle lost power and would not accelerate. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer (south motors mazda, located at 18010 s dixie hwy miami, fl 33157 305‑234‑5500) where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but did not offer any further assistance. The failure mileage was 23,000. ...updated 11/21/17 *bf

Filed Jun 12, 2017 · Engine · 80,000 miles · OH

Car experienced engine failure. Engine received proper care and oil changes every 3000 miles. Certified mazda mechanic determined the issue was due to engine failure due to faulty apex seals. Because of this the car immediately lost engine power and could not be driven. Was required to buy new engine. The vehicle was stationary at the time.

Filed May 28, 2015 · Suspension · 120,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 mazda rx-8. While the vehicle was being serviced for routine maintenance, the mechanic discovered that the front passenger side control arm lower ball joint was deteriorating which could cause a loss of power steering. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was informed that the vehicle was previously serviced under the federal safety agency campaign number: 05v325000 (suspension). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.

Filed May 26, 2014 · Engine, Transmission · 108,000 miles · WI

I purchased the car in 5/14/2013 after a week or so it started to lose power and misfiring , popping noise, transmission warms up. The gear that I hold and shift just warms up all the time it feels like it might fire up. Then I took the car to a mechanic they couldn't do anything. I took it to mazda mechanic they charged around 900$. Then it didn't fix anything I went another one and they told me loss compression it was 115 that time. I kept driving it and they said I need to rebuild the transmission too.. I paid this car 6500. And now it s all bad. And apparently I need to buy new engine and transmission. I believe it will cost me about 6000$ .now its on 129,000miles.

Filed Feb 13, 2013 · Steering · 69,850 miles · NJ

Lost power steering. Car would still turn with heavy effort. However, there was no electronic assist.

Filed Jul 1, 2012 · Acceleration, Electrical · 124,000 miles · CA

**resubmit-didn't go through** I was driving approx 65 MPH on the freeway and felt a kick/jolt and had a loss of power. My speed went down10-15 MPH and although I tried to accelerate it wouldn't do anything. I pulled over to the shoulder and tried to exit but car refused to go into gear. Every time I forced it into gear, the car would constantly stall and die. I had the ignition coil and spark plug replaced but now the clutch just sinks to the floor. I've tried to pump the clutch to get it into gear but this is quite dangerous on the road. My vehicle has trouble controlling its speed since there's a lag switching from 3rd to 4th, 5th to 6th since I have to pump my sunken clutch several times and fiddle with the shifter to actually kick my car into the next gear. My car is now over 100k miles and just read about the mazda rx8 clutch pedal recall online. This malfunction/safety issue was never announced professionally by my dealer. Mazda had no problems contacting me via phone, email ,mail regarding bills but for some reason failed to give me a notice regarding this defect. I've been advised that repairing this problem is quite expensive and since my car although less than 8 years old has passed the extended warranty based on mileage, I'll be stuck driving this car without proper repairs? I feel mazda should've contacted all rx8 owners to reduce the number any future disasters. Would there be any chance to extend the warranty for the clutch pedal based on mileage over 120k? I can't afford to purchase a new car at this moment but need to still commute to work without paying for repairs that would cost me an arm and a leg at the dealer? If this is a recall issue, I would feel more safe having an authorized dealer inspect the problem rather than a cheap auto shop that isn't fully aware of specific details.

Filed Feb 17, 2012 · Steering · 46,000 miles · OH

Loss of power steering. Restart engine ok. Happened twice again since then, same solution.