Mazda RX-7 recall history and complaint patterns
Comprehensive recall and complaint data for the Mazda RX-7, sourced from official National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) records.
Last updated: (NHTSA data snapshot)
At a Glance
Stats focus on model years from 1960 onwards. Earlier years appear in the detailed table below where data exists.
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Key Takeaways
A quick scan of where recalls and complaints concentrate for the Mazda RX-7, based on aggregated NHTSA counts and campaign metadata.
- Coverage spans model years 1979–1995 with 17 recall campaigns and 349 complaints in NHTSA data.
- Years with the most recall activity: 1994 (3), 1993 (3), and 1995 (1).
- Years with the most complaint volume: 1993 (111), 1987 (61), and 1989 (32).
- Top recall themes: Brakes, Engine and cooling, and Fuel and emissions.
- Most reported complaint areas (across all years): Seat belts, Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline, Fuel system, gasoline.
- Complaints are not proof of a defect, but repeated themes can be useful signals when researching a used vehicle.
- Always check your specific VIN for open recalls (open recalls are VIN-specific and can change over time).
Recall Themes
Instead of listing long campaign narratives, this groups recall campaigns into a few recurring areas. Each theme links back to official notices as evidence.
Brakes
2 campaigns · Years: 1986–1987, 1993–1995These campaigns relate to braking system components that can affect stopping performance or warning behavior.
Engine and cooling
1 campaign · Years: 1993–1994These campaigns relate to engine or cooling components where failures can lead to stalling or overheating risk.
- 94V094000 · Engine and engine cooling: Cooling system
Fuel and emissions
1 campaign · Years: 1993–1994These campaigns relate to fuel delivery or emissions components where leaks or failures can raise safety risk.
- 95V069000 · Fuel system, gasoline: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Seats and restraints
1 campaign · Years: 1989–1991These campaigns relate to seats, belts, airbags restraint integration, or child restraint anchoring components.
- 96V173000 · Seat belts: Webbing
Steering and suspension
1 campaign · Years: 1979–1983These campaigns relate to steering or suspension components that can affect vehicle control or stability.
- 85V108000 · Steering
Most Reported Issues
Across all model years, the most frequently reported areas for the Mazda RX-7 in NHTSA complaint data are Seat belts, Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline, Fuel system, gasoline.
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Year-by-Year Overview
Each row shows how often this model appears in NHTSA recalls and consumer complaints for a given model year. These are counts of campaigns and complaints, not risk predictions.
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 1 | 4 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Tires, Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline. |
| 1994 | 3 | 26 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system, Air bags:frontal, Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline. |
| 1993 | 3 | 111 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline, Engine and engine cooling:cooling system, Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings. |
| 1991 | 1 | 30 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Seat belts, Seat belts:front:retractor, Fuel system, gasoline. |
| 1990 | 1 | 31 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Seat belts, Seat belts:front:retractor, Seat belts:front:webbing. |
| 1989 | 1 | 32 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Seat belts, Engine and engine cooling:engine, Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline. |
| 1988 | 0 | 27 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Fuel system, gasoline, Electrical system:wiring:front underhood, Fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:fuel rail. |
| 1987 | 0 | 3 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system, Fuel system, gasoline, Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline. |
| 1987 | 1 | 61 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system, Fuel system, gasoline, Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline. |
| 1986 | 1 | 13 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Equipment:mechanical:accessory scissor/screw/bottle jack/lift, Fuel system, gasoline, Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings. |
| 1985 | 0 | 4 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system:ignition, Equipment:appliance:air conditioner, Tires:tread/belt. |
| 1984 | 0 | 5 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system:wiring:front underhood, Fuel system, gasoline, Electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator. |
| 1983 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 1982 | 1 | 2 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Wheels, Steering. |
| 1981 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 1980 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 1979 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
What to Do Next
- Check open recalls by VIN on the official NHTSA site (open recalls are VIN-specific).
- If buying used, ask for proof of recall remedy completion (dealer paperwork helps).
- If symptoms match common complaint themes, consider a mechanic inspection before purchase or long trips.
Recall Evidence by Year
A compact evidence view of recall campaigns that include this model. The default text is an original summary line, with official notice text available on demand.
Most common areas involved: Service brakes , Steering and Seat belts
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⚠️ Important Safety Information
Recall Explained provides independent analysis of official NHTSA data. This site does not replace the official NHTSA VIN lookup and should not be treated as legal or safety advice for your specific vehicle.
For any safety concerns: Always check your VIN on the official NHTSA site and contact an authorized dealer.