MYRModel Year Report

1988 Mazda RX7

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1988 Mazda RX7
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:52:18.077Z

Only 24 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 24 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, 1988 highlighted. 1982: 2 complaints 1982 1983: 0 complaints 1983 1984: 5 complaints 1984 1985: 4 complaints 1985 1986: 11 complaints 1986 1987: 50 complaints 1987 1988: 24 complaints 1988 1989: 31 complaints 1989
1988: 24 complaints
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YearComplaints
19800
19810
19822
19830
19845
19854
198611
198750
198824
198931

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 24 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

12 of 24 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing fuel rail and fuel injection system.

FIRE INJURY
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THE PULSATION DAMPER HAS BEEN LEAKING FOR A WHILE, BUT WAS NOT DETECTED UNTIL VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. DEALERSHIP HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. PH

NHTSA ODI report, 20030203

I WAS PROCEEDING TO THE PEP BOYS TO GET THE FUEL LEAK IN THE PULSATION DAMPENER FIXED WHEN THE ENGINE CAUGHT FIRE. IT WAS PUT OUT WITHOUT THE CAR BURNING TO THE GROUND. DT

NHTSA ODI report, 20021211

THE PULSATION DAMPER RUBBER SEAL RUPTURED DUE TO BAD PLACEMENT AND DESIGN. THE VEHICLE BEGAN LEAKING FUEL RIGHT OVER THE EXTREMELY HOT MANIFOLD AND SPARKED A SMALL ENGIN FIRE. IN THE PROCESS OF EXTINQUISHING THE FIRE, MY RIGHT HAD WAS BURNED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20020904

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

4 of 24 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing front underhood.

CRASH FIRE DEATH
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ENGINE WIRING HARNESS CAUSED FIRE WHICH DAMAGED THE ENGINE.

NHTSA ODI report, 19980708

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

4 of 24 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe and exhaust system.

FIRE
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ENGINE FIRE.

NHTSA ODI report, 19970122

VISIBILITY

2 of 24 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing windshield wiper/washer and defroster/defogger/hvac system.

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER

2 of 24 total reports mention: fuel system, other, most commonly citing hoses, lines/piping, and fittings.

FIRE

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1988 Mazda RX7 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (12 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (4 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1988 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 1988 Mazda RX7?

The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1988 Mazda RX7 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.