MYRModel Year Report

1983 Mazda RX7

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1983 Mazda RX7
RENDERED 2026-08-02T14:06:28.260Z

Only 0 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 0 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 RX7 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1983 highlighted. 1980: 0 complaints 1980 1981: 0 complaints 1982: 2 complaints 1982 1983: 0 complaints 1983 1984: 5 complaints 1984 1985: 4 complaints 1986: 11 complaints 1986 1987: 50 complaints 1988: 24 complaints 1988 1989: 30 complaints 1989
1983: 0 complaints
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YearComplaints
19800
19810
19822
19830
19845
19854
198611
198750
198824
198930

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

No complaint components on file for this model year.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19860214 — steering

IN CERTAIN HIGH SALT AREAS, THE IDLER ARM IS EXPOSED TO ROAD SALT WHICH CAUSES THE DUST SEAL TO DETERIORATE RESULTING IN IDLER ARM PIN CORROSION. THIS CAUSES THE PIN TO FREEZE AND BREAK.

Remedy: REPLACE PIN WITH ONE OF IMPROVED CORROSION RESISTANT QUALITY.

Campaign 85V108000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1983 Mazda RX7 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Verify recall 85V108000 (steering) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1983 Mazda RX7 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

How many recalls does the 1983 Mazda RX7 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

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