Is the 2005 Mazda RX-8 reliable?

Overall a good car and reliable if you do regular oil maintenance. It needs a minute to warm up but then you are good to go to enjoy shifting gears on the 6-speed that actually drives better the higher the rpms.

Is the RX-8 reliable?

The sound that its rotary engine makes when you hit the 9,000 rpm redline is intoxicating and the way the car carves through corners is sublime. All this emotion comes at a hefty cost, though, as the Mazda RX-8 is one of the most unreliable cars you can buy.

Are there any problems with the Mazda RX8 engine?

During 2004-2005, there were numerous reports of RX-8 engine failure. Soon, the reputation of the engines was beginning to take shape. It was basically an engine that could only last for many owners up to 30,000 miles. Many Mazda owners were experiencing issues such as power loss.

Where does the oil go in a Mazda RX-8?

Engine oil in the RX-8 lubricates the moving parts of the engine, but is also injected into the rotary compression chambers to provide lubrication for the apex seals. As you drive the car the oil picks up impurities in the engine and can lose some of its lubricating properties.

What causes wheel replacement signal on Mazda RX-8?

It also could be a sensor malfunction, a wire loose, or some other minute detail that is upsetting the complex computer of the Mazda RX-8. If you have installed aftermarket wheels with different sizes front to rear, that may cause a false sensor signal to the ECU, please look at Wheel Replacement guide.

What to do if your RX-8 has a flat tire?

When the break pads get too low they must be replaced. The stock RX-8 does not carry a spare tire, but instead has a “fix-a-flat” kit stored in the trunk. This kit includes tire sealant and a pump that should be able to reinflate the tire for a short period of time to drive the car to a tire shop or somewhere where the tire can be replaced.