1993 Mazda RX-7 Recalls, Complaints & Specs
3 safety recalls list the 1993 Mazda RX-7, and owners have filed 82 complaints with NHTSA. Check your own VIN below.
3 safety recalls for the 1993 Mazda RX-7
Most recent first. Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. Click a recall for the full defect, consequence and remedy text.
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Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)
Oil mist contained in the engine intake air can collect over time in the brake vacuum check valve preventing the check valve from opening at the specified pressure reducing power assist to the brakes.
Remedy: Dealers will replace two vacuum hoses, including the check valve, with modified hoses.
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Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (fuel system)
Residual engine heat can cause premature deterioration of the fuel hose causing the hose to leak. Also, removing and reinstalling the deteriorated fuel hoses increases the likelihood of a leak.
Remedy: Dealers will install an additional control unit for the electric cooling fan. The fan will then activate after the engine is turned off when the coolant exceeds a specified temperature. The fuel hoses will also be…
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Cooling system (engine and engine cooling)
The radiator cap pressure relief valve release pressure is set too high. This can cause the coolant to reach temperatures that exceed the thermal design limits of some components of the coolant system. Should this occur, engine coolant can leak collect on top of the engine.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the vehicles and if any vehicle exhibits coolant leakage or if the coolant level has dropped to the point where the coolant loss would be sufficient to trigger the coolant level warning system,…
82 owner complaints filed with NHTSA
Owners of the 1993 Mazda RX-7 have filed 82 complaints with NHTSA; 4 describe a crash and 23 describe a fire. Reports cite 3 injuries and 0 deaths. The average mileage at failure in those reports is 66,565 miles. Complaints peaked in 1996 with 17 filed that year.
Most-reported components
What owners are reporting
“Tl* the contact owns a 1993 mazda rx-7. The contact heard a loud noise coming from the vehicle while it was parked. The contact discovered that the air bags deployed independently. The vehicle was tak”
Owner complaint to NHTSA, May 24, 2016 · Air bags
“Tl*the contact owns a 1993 mazda rx7. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked when it caught on fire. The local fire department was notified. The contactwas unsure as to what caused the fire, b”
Owner complaint to NHTSA, April 20, 2007 · Electrical system
Fuel economy and specs
EPA ratings for the 1993 Mazda RX-7. Ranges cover every tested configuration.
| Combined | 18 mpg |
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| City / Highway | 15–16 / 22–23 |
| Fuel | Premium |
| EPA class | Two Seaters |
| Engine | 2 cyl, 1.3 L |
| Transmission | Automatic 4-spd; Manual 5-spd |
Compare Mazda RX-7 model years
Recall and complaint counts for every Mazda RX-7 model year in NHTSA's database.
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 1987 Mazda RX-7 | 0 | 1 |
| 1990 Mazda RX-7 | 1 | 28 |
| 1991 Mazda RX-7 | 1 | 22 |
| 1993 Mazda RX-7 | 3 | 82 |
| 1994 Mazda RX-7 | 3 | 18 |
| 1995 Mazda RX-7 | 1 | 2 |
Checking a specific 1993 Mazda RX-7
How do I know if my 1993 Mazda RX-7 has an open recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN above. The VIN is on the driver's side dashboard (visible through the windshield), the driver's door jamb sticker, and your registration or insurance card. The check runs against NHTSA's live database and tells you which campaigns list your vehicle. 3 campaigns currently list the 1993 Mazda RX-7; your car may already have been repaired under some of them.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Under federal law, manufacturers must fix safety recalls at no charge for vehicles up to 15 years old from the date of sale to the first owner. Contact any authorised Mazda dealer with your VIN and the NHTSA campaign number (for example 94V094000).
What is the difference between a recall and a complaint?
A recall is a safety campaign filed by the manufacturer or ordered by NHTSA, with a defined defect and remedy. A complaint is a report an owner sent to NHTSA; it is not verified, but patterns of complaints are what trigger NHTSA investigations and, eventually, recalls.
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Source: NHTSA recall and complaint databases and EPA fuel economy data, October 2026. Complaint counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. Recall counts are safety campaigns that list this model year; whether a particular car was already repaired depends on its VIN. How this data is compiled.