CarRecallWatchThe 1987 Ford Econoline has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 fires.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (5 reports).
1987 Ford Econoline recalls
Most common 1987 Ford Econoline problems
Problem areas named in the 15 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Seats | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Parking Brake | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
What owners report
THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL MECHANISM FAILED WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO ACCELERATE RAPIDLY. **JB
PROBLEMS WITH HEATING SYSTEM, STEERING, AND PARKING BRAKE. *MR *SCC *JB
ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, THE CONSUMER EXPERIENCED PROBLEMS WITH THE BASE OF THE ENGINE, WHICH HELD THE COMPONENT IN PLACE. *TT *SCC *JB
WHILE DRIVING DRIVER'S SEAT SEPARATED FROM TRACKS. *AK
BRAKES FAILED SEVERAL TIMES. YH
1987 Ford Econoline questions
Does the 1987 Ford Econoline have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 1987 Ford Econoline: Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control; Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control; Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Mounting. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1987 Ford Econoline?
Based on 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (5), Fuel System, Gasoline (3), Vehicle Speed Control (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 1987 Ford Econoline 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.