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1987-1995 · 7 model years
Mazda RX-7 Problems by year
Owners have filed 85 complaints about the Mazda RX-7 across 7 model years, and it has 6 recalls. The 1993 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (84). The most reported problem area is the engine & cooling, followed by the fuel system.
- Complaints
- 85
- Recalls
- 6
- Crashes
- 4
- Fires
- 24
- Injuries
- 3
- Deaths
- 0
RX-7 complaints by model year
Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.
Most common RX-7 problems
Mazda RX-7 recalls 6
The rail of the automatic shoulder belt can wear sufficiently such that the cable which retracts the buckle assembly will become jammed in the rail rendering the shoulder belt inoperative.
Oil mist contained in the engine intake air can collect over time in the brake vacuum check valve preventing the check valve from opening at the specified pressure reducing power assist to the brakes.
Residual engine heat can cause premature deterioration of the fuel hose causing the hose to leak. Also, removing and reinstalling the deteriorated fuel hoses increases the likelihood of a leak.
The radiator cap pressure relief valve release pressure is set too high. This can cause the coolant to reach temperatures that exceed the thermal design limits of some components of the coolant system. Should this occur, engine coolant can leak collect on top...
Threaded inflator components may have been damaged during assembly which may allow components to separate when inflator receives a signal to deploy the air bag.
Covers1990 Mazda RX-7
Latest RX-7 complaints
Vehicle caught on fire in engine compartment fire department put it out been sitting ever since
Tl* the contact owns a 1993 mazda rx-7. The contact heard a loud noise coming from the vehicle while it was parked. The contact discovered that the air bags deployed independently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic; however, the mechanic refused to diagnosis it and advised the contact to go to a dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 51,976.
Drove on highway and vehicle started to smoke. Pulled off an exit, opened hood and flames were coming out from engine compartment. Car is sitting at a garage waiting to be repaired. This is the the 3rd engine in the car, all resulting from overheating or fire. 6/2001- Antifreeze fire- issued a used engine 5/2005- antifreeze fire- bought a used engine 3/2006-antifreeze and oil leak- replace all associated hoses/o-rings 2/2012- engine fire- waiting for repairs. *Tt
Tl*the contact owns a 1993 mazda rx7. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked when it caught on fire. The local fire department was notified. The contactwas unsure as to what caused the fire, but stated that he smelled gas fumes before the fire occurred. The current and failure mileages were 50,000.*Ak
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle lost power while going up hill. Later, while the vehicle was parked in a parking lot smoke came from under the hood. After lifting the hood flames came out. The fire was extinguished by a fire extinguisher. The fire department was contacted afterwards to ensure it was contained. Upon inspection the dealership determined the fire started in the area around the battery and alternator wiring. The vehicle is currently at the dealership awaiting repairs.
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle was started and left idling, upon returning there was fire coming from under the hood. There were no previous problems with the vehicle. Upon inspection the insurance company determined the fire started in the area around the battery and alternator wiring. The fire department filed a report. The fire destroyed the vehicle and the contact's home.
Questions about the Mazda RX-7
Which Mazda RX-7 years have the most problems?
Which Mazda RX-7 years have the fewest complaints?
What are the most common Mazda RX-7 problems?
Across every model year, owners report problems with the engine & cooling (36), fuel system (19), electrical system (18) most often.
How many recalls does the Mazda RX-7 have?
NHTSA lists 6 recalls across all Mazda RX-7 model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data