CarRecallWatchThe 1987 Dodge Daytona has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 5 fires.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (3 reports).
1Recalls
8Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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1987 Dodge Daytona recalls
Most common 1987 Dodge Daytona problems
Problem areas named in the 8 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 |
| Seats | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
What owners report
AFTER DRIVING FOR ABOUT 30MILES TO WORK CONSUMER SHUT THE CAR OFF AND NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD. THEN, OPENED THE HOOD, THERE WERE FLAMES BACK NEAR THE MOTOR, AND THE ELECTRICAL WIRES. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT CLASSIFIED IT AS AN ELECTRICAL FIRE, AND CAR WAS TOTALLED.*AK
ENGINE WIRING HARNESS SHORTED AND STARTED A FIRE.
CONSUMER STARTED VEHICLE AND NOTICED SMOKE IN HOOD AREA. HE THEN DROVE VEHICLE FOR APPROIMATELY 15 MINUTES, TURNED OFF THE ENGINE, AND VEHICLE BEGAN TO SMOKE AND THEREAFTER FLAMES BEGAN. *AK
POOR LOCATION OF EXHAUST PIPE CAUSED CARGO AREA TO OVERHEAT, MELTING PLASTIC LAUNDRY BASKET ONTO RUG.
HEARD A POP AND THEN CAUGHT ON FIRE(FUEL HOSE). PLEASE GIVE MORE DETAILS. *AK
1987 Dodge Daytona questions
Does the 1987 Dodge Daytona have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1987 Dodge Daytona: Fuel System, Gasoline. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1987 Dodge Daytona?
Based on 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (3), Engine And Engine Cooling (2), Seats (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 1987 Dodge Daytona has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.