MYRModel Year Report

1986 Mazda 323

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1986 Mazda 323
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:52:08.381Z

Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
4

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1986: 4 complaints 1986 4 1987: 8 complaints 1988: 35 complaints 1988 1989: 38 complaints 1990: 19 complaints 1990 1991: 20 complaints 1992: 15 complaints 1992 1993: 10 complaints 1994: 11 complaints 1994 1995: 4 complaints
1986: 4 complaints 1986 4 1987: 8 complaints 1987 1988: 35 complaints 1988 1989: 38 complaints 1989 1990: 19 complaints 1990 1991: 20 complaints 1991 1992: 15 complaints 1992 1993: 10 complaints 1993 1994: 11 complaints 1994 1995: 4 complaints 1995
1986: 4 complaints 1986 4 1987: 8 complaints 1987 1988: 35 complaints 1988 1989: 38 complaints 1989 1990: 19 complaints 1990 1991: 20 complaints 1991 1992: 15 complaints 1992 1993: 10 complaints 1993 1994: 11 complaints 1994 1995: 4 complaints 1995

1986: 4 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19864
19878
198835
198938
199019
199120
199215
199310
199411
19954

Known problem areas

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Engine and engine cooling

2 of 4 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing exhaust system.

CRASH

Wheels

1 of 4 total reports mentions: wheels.

Show complaint excerpts

Right rear wheel fell off, causing accident. (Ohio state police report)

NHTSA ODI report, 1997-04-24

Tires

1 of 4 total reports mentions: tires.

CRASH

Suspension

1 of 4 total reports mentions: suspension.

CRASH

Steering

1 of 4 total reports mentions: steering.

CRASH

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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Buy-smart checklist

1986 Mazda 323 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Tires: 1 report on file for this year.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1986 Mazda 323 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1986 Mazda 323?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1986 Mazda 323 have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.