1993 Mazda RX-7 problems
Owners have filed 111 complaints about the 1993 Mazda RX-7 with NHTSA. Engine and engine cooling accounts for 36.9% of them — the clear leader, ahead of electrical system at 18.9%.
Complaints111
Crashes4
Fires37
Injuries3
Deaths0
What owners report breaking
Engine and engine cooling 36.9% · 41
Electrical system 18.9% · 21
Fuel system, gasoline 18.9% · 21
Structure 4.5% · 5
Power train 3.6% · 4
Unknown or other 1.8% · 2
Vehicle speed control 1.8% · 2
Tires 1.8% · 2
Severity
Of those complaints, 4 describe a crash, 37 describe a fire and 3 report an injury.
Reading the numbers
Filings have fallen off, 4 in the last three years against 16 in the three before. That is normal as a generation leaves the road.
The median odometer reading at the time of complaint was 70,394 miles.
In owners' own words
94 V 094 000/engine cooling system : this recall notice was received. Contacted manufacturer concerning other recalls founded on the web, they informed that vehicle had two recalls that were already completed, and recall concerning cooling system did not show up on this vehicle. Dealer was not notified at this time. Feel free to provide any further information. Engine and engine cooling
While driving the vehicle with a/c on the vehicle stalls at idle/stalls at stop signs and in stop & go traffic, and is low on power. Vehicle has been taken to dealer (5) times within a (2) month period. Dealer is not able to correct problem. *Ak the vehicle needs a new motor, Mazda has offered to provide a motor if I pay for installation. Engine and engine cooling
While driving there is a gas odor which causes the occupant to become sick . Also, it may cause a fire if there is a fuel leak. Dealer replaced fuel injectors/fuel lines, etc., But problem is still occurring. Dealer cannot determine the cause of the problem. Please provide further information and vin#. Engine and engine cooling
Verbatim from NHTSA filings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
Safety recalls
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