1982 Mazda RX7
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1982 Mazda RX7. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
1 recall names the 1982 Mazda RX7. Newest first.
In certain high salt areas, the idler arm IS exposed to road salt which causes the dust seal to deteriorate resulting in idler arm pin corrosion. This causes the pin to freeze and break. consequence of defect: a broken idler arm pin could result…
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Replace pin with one of improved corrosion resistant quality.
Owner complaints
2 complaints
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Steering
Tl*the contact owns a 1982 mazda RX7. The contact stated that while driving 40 mph she lost the ability to steer the vehicle. The loss of steering control could cause a crash. A technician stated that the vehicle identification number was excluded from recall# 85v108000, steering; therefore, she was ineligible for a free remedy. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were 75,742.
- Wheels
Wheel fell off, causing accident. (New jersey state police report)
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 603907Experiencing oil leak at rear stationary gear o-ring / on - car replacement procedure.
- 52503Maintenance free battery - diagnostic and charging procedure.
- 52497Use of a/c tracer dye.
- 52492Wiper motor inoperative - circuit breaker activation.
Every Mazda RX7 model year
Bars are owner complaints, dots mark years with recalls. Select a year to open its report.