MYRModel Year Report

1984 Mazda RX7

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1984 Mazda RX7
RENDERED 2026-08-02T14:09:09.099Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

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

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 5 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

2 of 5 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline.

FIRE
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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, 20081115

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. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20081118

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 5 total reports mention: electrical system.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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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, 20011002

VEHICLE IMPACTED AT 6:00 POSITION AND 12:00 POSITION, VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19950628

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 5 total reports mentions: electrical system.

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NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR THIS VEHICLE. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19990717

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1984 Mazda RX7 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (2 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 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 fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1984 Mazda RX7 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

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