MYRModel Year Report

1987 Mazda 323

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1987 Mazda 323
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:45:08.522Z

Only 8 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 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mazda 323 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1987 highlighted. 1986: 4 complaints 1986 1987: 8 complaints 1987 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 1995
1987: 8 complaints
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YearComplaints
19864
19878
198835
198938
199019
199120
199215
199310
199411
19954

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 8 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

5 of 8 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline and engine.

CRASH
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THE OVERFLOW RESERVOIR OF THE RADIATOR,THE CAP POPS UP TO EASILY.PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19951213

CRANKSHAFT FAILED. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19950302

CRANKSHAFT CRACKED WHERE IT ATTACHED TO THE TIMING BELT PULLEY. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950111

SERVICE BRAKES

2 of 8 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

VISIBILITY

1 of 8 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing windshield wiper/washer.

POWER TRAIN

1 of 8 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.

AIR BAGS

1 of 8 total reports mentions: air bags.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1987 Mazda 323 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1987 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 1987 Mazda 323?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 63% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1987 Mazda 323 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.