1984 Mazda RX7
Only 5 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 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1984: 5 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 2 |
| 1983 | 0 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 4 |
| 1986 | 11 |
| 1987 | 50 |
| 1988 | 24 |
| 1989 | 31 |
Known problem areas
Only 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
3 of 5 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing front underhood and alternator/generator/regulator.
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After parking vehice smelled smoke. Soon afterwards, flames started. Second time, while traveling smeled smoke inside of vehicle. Consumer pulled vehicle over, and noticed fire under hood. Consumer put fire out. Dealer has been contacted.
NHTSA ODI report, 2001-10-02
Vehicle impacted at 6:00 position and 12:00 position, vehicle caught on fire.
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-06-28
No summary listed for this vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 1999-07-17
Fuel system, gasoline
2 of 5 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline.
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Events: started noticing a strong smell of unburned gasoline while driving on highway. Pulled off highway into town stopped in traffic. Saw a bit of smoke leaking past hood. Got out of car (Quickly). Had bystander call 911.
NHTSA ODI report, 2008-11-15
1984 Mazda RX7 with rotary 13B engine: fuel system pulsation damper failed causing significant fuel leak onto engine. Pulsation damper required replacement to correct problem. Old part is available if desired.
NHTSA ODI report, 2008-11-18
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1984 Mazda RX7 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel system, gasoline: 2 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1984 Mazda RX7 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 1984 Mazda RX7?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 60% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1984 Mazda RX7 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.