Complaints
29
Crashes
2
Fires
2
Injuries
3
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 1987 Chevrolet Camaro Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#16 complaints
Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly
Avg mileage:150,000 mi
Crash-related:1
#24 complaints
Seat Belt Issues
#33 complaints
Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1987 Chevrolet Camaro.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly | 6 | 1 | — | 150,000 mi | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Mechanical:Accessory Scissor/Screw/Bottle Jack/Lift | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Column | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Catalytic Convertor | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Parking Brake:Conventional | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Front | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Hood:Hinge And Attachments | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Vehicle Speed Control:Cruise Control | 1 | — | — | — |
Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
150,000
Seat Belt Issues
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Equipment:Mechanical:Accessory Scissor/Screw/Bottle Jack/Lift
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Column
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Catalytic Convertor
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Parking Brake:Conventional
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belts:Front
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structure:Body:Hood:Hinge And Attachments
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Vehicle Speed Control:Cruise Control
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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1987 Chevrolet Camaro — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 1987 Chevrolet Camaro reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 1987 Chevrolet Camaro has 29 NHTSA complaints, 2 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly with 6 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1987 Chevrolet Camaro?
Top reported problems: Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly (6 complaints, avg 150,000 mi); Seat Belt Issues (4 complaints); Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar (3 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 1987 Chevrolet Camaro?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 150,000 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 1987 Chevrolet Camaro?
NHTSA complaints for the 1987 Chevrolet Camaro include 2 crash-related reports, 2 fire reports, 3 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 1987 Chevrolet Camaro have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1987 Chevrolet Camaro as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 1987 Chevrolet Camaro?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Chevrolet Camaro reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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