MYRModel Year Report

1987 Mazda RX7

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1987 Mazda RX7
RENDERED 2026-11-01T03:19:02.657Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
50
Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1987

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Fuel system, gasoline

60% of complaints

Complaints per year

1982: 2 complaints 1982 1983: 0 complaints 1983 1984: 5 complaints 1984 1985: 4 complaints 1985 1986: 11 complaints 1986 1987: 50 complaints 1987 50 1988: 24 complaints 1988 1989: 31 complaints 1989
1982: 2 complaints 1982 1983: 0 complaints 1983 1984: 5 complaints 1984 1985: 4 complaints 1985 1986: 11 complaints 1986 1987: 50 complaints 1987 50 1988: 24 complaints 1988 1989: 31 complaints 1989
1982: 2 complaints 1982 1983: 0 complaints 1983 1984: 5 complaints 1984 1985: 4 complaints 1985 1986: 11 complaints 1986 1987: 50 complaints 1987 50 1988: 24 complaints 1988 1989: 31 complaints 1989

1987: 50 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19800
19810
19822
19830
19845
19854
198611
198750
198824
198931

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Fuel system, gasoline

60% · 30 reports

Most commonly citing fuel injection system and injectors.

CRASHFIREINJURYDEATH
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Pulsation damper fails on my 1987 RX-7, causes engine fire and turns a 300 dollar repair into over a thousand dollars.

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-04-01

Engine and engine cooling

18% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing gasoline and exhaust system.

FIRE
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*Ohio traffic crash report* a fire originated from the engine compartment.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-02-13

Engine fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 1998-02-20

Engine fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-07-11

Electrical system

14% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing front underhood and wiring.

FIREINJURY
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On 11/07/2012 at approximately 7:15 a.m. While leaving work I noticed smoke coming from behind the radio. I immediately pulled over and realized there was fire coming from the engine compartment. I was able to put it out quickly before it spread.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-11-08

Also filed under Engine and fuel/propulsion system

I have a 1987 RX7 na, the engine caught on fire the other day and I luckily had an extinguisher to put it out with or I would have been toast. Most likely a faulty pulsation damper or a short in some of the wires, I am not sure.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-02-14

Seat belts

6% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing retractor and anchorage.

Service brakes

6% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1988-01-15Service brakes, air87V160000 In areas of heavy usage, road salt may accumulate at surfaces of components of front brake calipers.

    Remedy: Repair front brake calipers to prevent road salt accumulation.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1987 Mazda RX7 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Fuel system, gasoline: 30 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 9 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 7 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 87V160000 · Service brakes, air
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1987 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 1987 Mazda RX7?
The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 60% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1987 Mazda RX7 have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.