CarRecallWatchThe 1987 Dodge Lancer has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 fires.
The most-reported problem area is Fuel System, Gasoline (5 reports).
1987 Dodge Lancer recalls
Most common 1987 Dodge Lancer problems
Problem areas named in the 8 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
What owners report
EFFECT BEGAN 07/26/1999 AND OCCURS 3+ TIMES PER MONTH. MAY CLEAR AFTER REACHING FULL OPERATING TEMPERATUE AT 60+ MPH (20 MINUTES). DEALER VERY HELPFUL, AND RESET IDLE SPEED REGISTER SEVERAL TIMES. "TEST DROVE, CHK AIS MOTOR O.K., HIGH IDLE REMAINS O.K.; RESET ALL VALUES" IN REGISTERS. (INV. DOCS90153). FOR 20 MINS. OR SO, MINIMUM SPEED IS 25-30MPH IS 1ST GEAR. I AM JUST CONCERNED WE WILL GET SOMEONE HURT, IF WE CAN'T DETERMINE WHAT'S CAUSING THIS.
STRONG GASOLINE SMELL.
WHEN DRIVER STOPPED THE VEHICLE HE NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD, AND WHEN HE OPENED UP THE HOOD THE FIRE FLEW OUT AND BURNED THE ENTIRE HOOD UP. *AK
TURN SIGNAL FAILED; ALSO, HEADLIGHTS/PARKING LIGHTS MALFUNCTIONED, AS WELL AS POWER DOOR LOCKS/REAR BRAKES AND TWO FUEL INJECTORS FAILED, CAUSING A LEAK. *AK
REAR AXLE BEAM FAILED TWICE. *AK
1987 Dodge Lancer questions
Does the 1987 Dodge Lancer have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1987 Dodge Lancer: Parking Brake; Fuel System, Gasoline. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1987 Dodge Lancer?
Based on 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel System, Gasoline (5), Exterior Lighting (5), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 1987 Dodge Lancer 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.