MYRModel Year Report

1987 Mazda RX-7

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1987 Mazda RX-7
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:54:10.224Z

Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint 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 RX-7 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1987 highlighted. 1987: 1 complaints 1987 1990: 28 complaints 1990 1991: 22 complaints 1991 1992: 0 complaints 1992 1993: 82 complaints 1993 1994: 18 complaints 1994 1995: 2 complaints 1995
1987: 1 complaints
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YearComplaints
19871
199028
199122
19920
199382
199418
19952

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 of 1 total report mentions: fuel/propulsion system.

FIRE
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VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE DEPARTMENT PUT IT OUT BEEN SITTING EVER SINCE

NHTSA ODI report, 20170926

ENGINE

1 of 1 total report mentions: engine.

FIRE
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VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE DEPARTMENT PUT IT OUT BEEN SITTING EVER SINCE

NHTSA ODI report, 20170926

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 1 total report mentions: electrical system.

FIRE
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VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE DEPARTMENT PUT IT OUT BEEN SITTING EVER SINCE

NHTSA ODI report, 20170926

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1987 Mazda RX-7 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1987 Mazda RX-7 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 RX-7?

The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1987 Mazda RX-7 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.