1987 Pontiac Sunbird Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 1987 Pontiac Sunbird has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 fires.

The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (4 reports).

1Recalls
6Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Sunbird?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1987 Pontiac Sunbird recalls

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Filler Pipe And Cap

Recall 87V184Dec 1, 1987131,476 vehicles affected

Most common 1987 Pontiac Sunbird problems

Problem areas named in the 6 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Electrical System4
Equipment2
Engine And Engine Cooling2
Tires1

What owners report

1998-12-17, Electrical System
NONE
1997-03-25, Equipment
AIR CONDITIONER REPLACED.
1996-11-14, Engine And Engine Cooling
ENGINE LOCKED UP, CAUSING FIRE.
1996-10-29, Engine And Engine Cooling
ENGINE FIRE.
1996-05-09, Electrical System
WRONG ALTERNATOR INSTALLED IN VEHICLE AT FACTORY, CAUSING ALTERNATOR TO OVERHEAT. *DSH

1987 Pontiac Sunbird questions

Does the 1987 Pontiac Sunbird have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1987 Pontiac Sunbird: Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Filler Pipe And Cap. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1987 Pontiac Sunbird?

Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (4), Equipment (2), Engine And Engine Cooling (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 1987 Pontiac Sunbird 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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