The 1987 Dodge Shadow has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 3 fires, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Fuel System, Gasoline (6 reports).
1987 Dodge Shadow recalls
Most common 1987 Dodge Shadow problems
Problem areas named in the 12 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 |
| Seats | 2 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
What owners report
THE CONSUMER STATES THAT THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE WHILE PARKED.*YH
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
ENGINE LIGHT STAYS ON, AND IF IT IS NOT ON, THE CAR DOESN'T WANT TO RUN. WHEN IT IS ON, IT RUNS SLUGGISH. ALSO REPLACED IGNITION PLUGS/ROTOR/CAPS AND FUEL FILTER.
TRANSMISSION LURCHES FORWARD WHILE ENGAGING INTO GEAR.
FUEL INJECTORS FAILED, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO STALL WITHOUT WARNING. *AK DEALER HAD REPLACED THE ECM AND THE WIRING HARNESS CONNECTOR, THE DEALER FOUND RECALL 88V105 REGARDING THE FUEL SYSTEM, HOWEVER FOUND THIS VEHICLE'S VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED. *SLC
1987 Dodge Shadow questions
Does the 1987 Dodge Shadow have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1987 Dodge Shadow: Parking Brake; Fuel System, Gasoline. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1987 Dodge Shadow?
Based on 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel System, Gasoline (6), Seats (2), Electrical System (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 1987 Dodge Shadow 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.