1987 Dodge RAM Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1987 Dodge RAM recalls

No safety recalls on file for the 1987 Dodge RAM.

Most common 1987 Dodge RAM problems

Problem areas named in the 18 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Seat Belts	9
Seats	3
Power Train	3
Electrical System	2
Equipment	1
Engine And Engine Cooling	1
Structure	1
Tires	1

What owners report

2001-03-20, Electrical System
PULLEY CAME OFF ALTERNATOR WHILE DRIVING AT 55MPH. THIS CAUSED VEHICLE TO STOP DEAD. ALTERNATOR PULLEY WAS PRESSED ON, NOT BOLTED. THIS WAS DONE BY OZARKS AUTOMOTIVES LOCATED IN SPRINGFIELD, MO.*AK

2000-09-11, Tires
THE TIRE WAS MOUNTED IN THE SPIRE TIRE HOLDER IN THE BACK OF THE VEHICLE SUNDAY NIGHT AND BLUE UP DAMAGING THE IN SIDE OF THE VEHICLE( DOT NUMBER: B3DD565455 TIRE SIZE: P235/75R15 )

1999-08-14, Power Train
THIS PAST FRIDAY AUGUST 6, 1999 I HAD A MAJOR FIRE BREAK OUT IN THE BACK OF MY TRUCK IT DESTORYED EVERYTHING THE FIRE WAS SO INTENSED IT MELTED MY LADDERS AND POWER TOOLS THE CAUSE OF THE FIRE IS UNKNOWN

1998-10-20, Power Train
TRANSMISSION POPPING OUT OF GEAR AND NOISE FROM REAR END.

1998-04-29, Structure
HEAT SHIELDS HAVE NEVER BEEN CORRECTED.

1987 Dodge RAM questions

Does the 1987 Dodge RAM have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 1987 Dodge RAM at this time.

What are the most common problems with the 1987 Dodge RAM?

Based on 18 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Seat Belts (9), Seats (3), Power Train (3).

How do I check if a recall on my 1987 Dodge RAM 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.