All out of a sudden, the button for the rear window defroster cracked.. Is it hard to replace it?

 

It's a known problem - warranty issue. Take it to the dealer and they should take care of it.

I have this too - didn't bother to get it replaced. Maybe next time I bring the car in... although I'm not too crazy about the idea of those mechanics ripping out the head unit... I may remove it myself beforehand. I don't trust those folks with taking care enough not to break something.

 

Thanks mate, I'll get it fixed when I take my car in for service.

 

do you guys often use the defrost buttons. i often see this problem w/ only the defrost buttons so iono... i don't usually use mine

 

No, I rarely use it - still cracked.

 

Mine was replaced under warranty last week. I rarely use them either. Must be a stress point there or something. If you are going to take it in, you may want to call ahead. My dealer had to order it. It took a few days and another trip to the dealer.

 

First post ^.^

ya test drove 2 8's b4 buying mine and they both had cracked defrost buttons odd that it's so common <shrug>

 

LOL mine has cracked defrost button too and i just thought something i had to live with. Well time to call Mazda so i can get the recalls and that darn button fixed.

 

sucks...

 

Mine also is cracked in the exact same spot. I live in Cali and never use that stinking button. Another problem is that cheap ashtray lid/cover, I already glued it once and it cracked again.

 

the ashtray cover cracks too?

 

where is it said that it is covered under warranty

 

More important when it comes to warranty.......Where does it say that it is not covered?

 

Sucks.

Whenever I see pics of the auto climate control 8's, I get HVAC envy. I hear it doesn't work that great in auto, but its so nice to have!