CarRecallWatchThe 1987 Pontiac Firebird has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Seat Belts (5 reports).
1Recalls
10Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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1987 Pontiac Firebird recalls
Most common 1987 Pontiac Firebird problems
Problem areas named in the 10 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 5 |
| Wheels | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
What owners report
WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE ENGINE CAUGHT ON FIRE. CAUSE OF FIRE HAS NOT BEEN DETERMINED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *AK
THE DRIVERS SIDE FRONT SEAT BELT, HAD A PLASTIC COMPONENT LOCATED IN THE BUCKLE WHICH CRACKED, WHICH CAUSED THE SEAT BELT TO BE INOPERATIVE. DEALER HAD BEEN CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. TS. CONSUMER STATED HE ONCE BECAME TRAPPED IN THE VEHICLE BECAUSE OF THE INOPERATIVE SEAT BELT, AND SINCE THEN, THE SEAT BELT WOULD NOT LATCH, THERE WAS A RECALL REGARDING THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY, HOWEVER CONSUMER WAS INFORMED VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED DUE TO THE VIN. *JB
SEATBELT LATCH COVER MISSING WHEN PURCHASED. *AK
THE WHEEL STUDS BROKE WHILE DRIVING RESULTING IN THE WHEEL COMING OFF THE VEHICLE WHICH CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT). *MJS
FUEL TANK FILLER NECK IS LOOSE, PERMITTING LIQUID FUEL AND VAPORS TO ESCAPE - FIRE AND EXPLOSION POSSIBLE. *AK
1987 Pontiac Firebird questions
Does the 1987 Pontiac Firebird have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1987 Pontiac Firebird: Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1987 Pontiac Firebird?
Based on 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Seat Belts (5), Wheels (2), Exterior Lighting (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1987 Pontiac Firebird 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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