2007 Mazda RX-8 vs 2007 Toyota Yaris
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | 2007 Toyota Yaris |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 38 | 258 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 10 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 194 | 152 |
| Investigations | 3 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 36 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 31–32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 72,000 mi | 70,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mazda RX-8 | Toyota Yaris |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 16 | 112 |
| Structure | 6 | 19 |
| Suspension | 0 | 21 |
| Power Train | 9 | 11 |
| Seat Belts | 0 | 20 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 0 | 19 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 15 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 0 | 16 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 23 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 18 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 8 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 7 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 7 |
2007 Mazda RX-8
2007 Toyota Yaris
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.