Worst 1987 Chevrolet Caprice Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Automatic Transmission
Brake Master Cylinder
Unintended Acceleration
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1987 Chevrolet Caprice.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic Transmission | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Brake Master Cylinder | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Vehicle Speed Control:Linkages | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seats:Front Assembly:Head Restraint | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seats:Front Assembly:Power Adjust | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Vacuum | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension:Front | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls | 1 | — | 1 | — |
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1987 Chevrolet Caprice — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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