CarRecallWatchThe 1987 GMC Suburban has no safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 2 fires, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Fuel System, Gasoline (3 reports).
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8Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
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1987 GMC Suburban recalls
No safety recalls on file for the 1987 GMC Suburban.
Most common 1987 GMC Suburban problems
Problem areas named in the 8 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
What owners report
BAFFLE IN THE GAS TANK FLOATING AROUND FREELY INSIDE OF GAS TANK. BAFFLE HAS KNOCKED SOME PIECES LOOSE INSIDE FUEL TANK. VEHICLE IS NOT RUNNING PROPERLY. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFOMATION. *AK
THE 1987 GMC SUBURBAN, LICENSE #BVW 5641WAS BEING DRIVEN ON I-40 AT 65 MPH. THE CRASH TOOK PLACE JUST SOUTH OF THE 138 EXIT, NEAR GREENSBORO.THE CRASH WAS INVESTIGATED BY TROOPER GLENN M. POWELL, MASTER TROOPER, TROOP D, DISTRICT 2, GILFORD COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA HIGHWAY PATROL, 650 FRANCIS STREET, HIGH POINT, NC 27263. OFFICE: 336-883-6155 COMMUNICATIONS 1-800-445-8621. NO SAFETY DEFECT LISTED IN SUMMARY. *AK (DOT NUMBER: 22417 UR B TIRESIZE: 31X10.50R)
TRANSMISSION OVERHEATED, CAUSING FLUID TO SPRAY ALL OVER ENGINE MANIFOLD & THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER WHICH RESULTED IN VEHICLE CATCHING ON FIRE. VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. *AK
VEHICLE'S DRIVER'S SIDE RESTRAINTS ARE INOPERATIVE. WHEN THE RESTRAINT BELT IS PLACED INTO THE BUCKLE IT COMES OUT. *AK
SUSPENSION; REAR LEAF SPRING BROKE, CAUSING THE VEHICLE SWAY AND LEAN. *AK
1987 GMC Suburban questions
Does the 1987 GMC Suburban have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 1987 GMC Suburban at this time.
What are the most common problems with the 1987 GMC Suburban?
Based on 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel System, Gasoline (3), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1), Suspension (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1987 GMC Suburban 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.
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