Mazda RX-8 Track Rod Replacement Parts
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Choosing the right used Mazda RX-8 track rod
Used track rods vary between vehicles - and whether you call it used, second hand or a replacement, matching the right one matters. These are the details breakers need to match the right part to your car - our request form asks them so you only hear from suppliers with the correct part:
- State whether it's left or right
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Fitment questions
Does the Mazda RX-8 have a track rod?
Yes, the RX-8 has track rods as part of its front steering setup — it is a rear-wheel-drive car with a conventional rack-and-pinion steering system, so track rods (also called tie rods) are present at both ends of the steering rack. Each track rod connects the rack to the front hub assembly and is a standard, serviceable component. If you need one, make sure to specify whether you need the nearside (NS) or offside (OS) when getting quotes from a breaker.
Will a track rod from an early RX-8 fit a later one — do the years matter?
The RX-8 was produced in a single generation running from 2003 to 2012, with a significant facelift introduced for the 2009 model year. Track rods from pre-facelift cars (2003–2008) and post-facelift cars (2009–2012) may differ, so you should not assume they interchange across that 2009 boundary without checking. Give your registration to the breaker and ask them to confirm the part against your specific car before buying.
Does a 2004 RX-8 track rod fit a 2007 RX-8?
Both a 2004 and a 2007 RX-8 fall within the pre-facelift phase of the single RX-8 generation (2003–2008), so fitment is more likely to be compatible than if you were crossing the 2009 facelift boundary. That said, fitment on used parts is never guaranteed, and you should confirm the part number against your registration with the breaker before purchasing.
Does the engine size affect which track rod I need — 192bhp vs 231bhp?
The RX-8 was offered in different power outputs (commonly referred to as the 192ps and 231ps variants, reflecting different port configurations of the 1.3-litre rotary engine), but track rod fitment is determined by the steering and suspension geometry rather than engine output. For this model the track rods are not known to vary by power variant, but because the rotary engine setup is unusual it is still worth quoting your registration to the breaker to be sure.
Does the trim level affect which track rod I need — for example PZ, Kuro or RX-8 R3?
Trim levels on the RX-8 — such as the standard RX-8, PZ, Kuro, and R3 — do not affect track rod fitment, as trim differences relate to cosmetic and equipment levels rather than steering geometry. You may find minor cosmetic differences on parts supplied from higher-spec cars, but the track rod itself should be mechanically the same. The key things to confirm with the breaker are the model year (pre- or post-2009 facelift) and whether you need the NS or OS side.
Should I specify nearside or offside when buying a used RX-8 track rod?
Yes — track rods are side-specific on the RX-8, so always tell the breaker whether you need the nearside (NS, left side from the driver's seat) or offside (OS, right side) unit. Buying the wrong side is a common and easily avoided mistake. Confirm this alongside your registration and model year to make sure you get the right part.