CarRecallWatchThe 1987 Nissan Van has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 fires, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (5 reports).
1987 Nissan Van recalls
Most common 1987 Nissan Van problems
Problem areas named in the 7 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 5 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
What owners report
INADEQUATE HEAT RESISTANCE OF THE COOLING SYSTEM DESIGN CAUSED HOSES AND HEAD GASKET DETERIORATED, LOSS OF COOLANT TO HOT EXHAUST MANIFOLD IGNITED AND CAUSED SMOKE AND FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND LEAKED INTO THE PASSENGER CABIN AT THE COOLANT RESERVOIR COMPARTMENT. *TT
THE HOSES AND HEAD GASKET DETERIORATED RESULTING IN COOLANT LEAK. THE COOLANT LEAKED ONTO THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD AND CAUSED A FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND SMOKE IN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. THE MANUFACTURER HAS ISSUED FOUR RECALL FOR THE PROBLEM AND ALTHOUGH THE CORRECTIONS WERE MADE THE PROBLEM STILL EXIST ( RECALLS 91V-211, 90V-136, 95V-103.002). *TS *NLM
VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER RECALL FOR ENGINE IN 1994. WHILE DRIVING ENGINE OVERHEATED, CAUSING THE RADIATOR HOSE TO BURST. THE DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK
CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS UNDER A RECALL . HE HAD THE VEHICLE REPAIRED UNDER THE RECALL IN 94. HE STATES THAT THE VEHICLE IS EXPERICNING THE SAME PROBLEMS AS HE WAS HAVING BEFORE THE RECALL WAS PERFORMED.THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED. *AK
RECALL RELATED, 94V031000, ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM FAILURE, NEVER RECEIVED THE NOTICE, IN FOR REPAIR, WILL NOT ACCEPT THE VEHICLE AS A TRADE IN. *AK
1987 Nissan Van questions
Does the 1987 Nissan Van have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 1987 Nissan Van: Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly; Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Hoses/Lines/Piping/Fittings; Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Hoses/Lines/Piping/Fittings; Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Hoses/Lines/Piping/Fittings; Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Hose, Piping, And Connections. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1987 Nissan Van?
Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (5), Seat Belts (1), Electrical System (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1987 Nissan Van 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.