2004 RX-8 Starting/ Shifting problems

[lilring]

I just got an 04 RX-8, AT with 45k miles. I had it sent home to my brother as I am headed overseas for a year and am unable to take it. He called me today and said that while he was driving it it felt as though it wasn't putting out much power. Then he said the gear indicator on the dash would fluctuate from four to two on its own. When he came to a stop it completely cut out on him and now it wont turn over when he goes to start it. I didnt do too much research on RX-8s prior to buying this one. I've just wanted one forever(or since 2003). Anyway, I've been on several forums now and I see a consistant amount of people saying they have the same problem...specifically with the 2004 model. Is this really a known problem and if so, what is the common fix? By the way, I'm new to the RX-8 as well as rotary engines if you can't tell. Any info/ advice would be greatly appreciated.

[TLDavid83]

I just got an 04 RX-8, AT with 45k miles. I had it sent home to my brother as I am headed overseas for a year and am unable to take it. He called me today and said that while he was driving it it felt as though it wasn't putting out much power. Then he said the gear indicator on the dash would fluctuate from four to two on its own. When he came to a stop it completely cut out on him and now it wont turn over when he goes to start it. I didnt do too much research on RX-8s prior to buying this one. I've just wanted one forever(or since 2003). Anyway, I've been on several forums now and I see a consistant amount of people saying they have the same problem...specifically with the 2004 model. Is this really a known problem and if so, what is the common fix? By the way, I'm new to the RX-8 as well as rotary engines if you can't tell. Any info/ advice would be greatly appreciated.