1987 Jeep Grand Wagoneer Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 1987 Jeep Grand Wagoneer.

19861988
Complaints
18
Crashes
0
Fires
1
Injuries
0
Fatalities
Recalls
0

Worst 1987 Jeep Grand Wagoneer Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#12 complaints

Wiring & Fuses

#22 complaints

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline

Fires:1
#31 complaints

Engine & Cooling

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1987 Jeep Grand Wagoneer.

Wiring & Fuses
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System, Other
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Power Train:Driveline:Universal Joint
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Door:Hinge And Attachments
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension:Front
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System:Heater Core
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Windshield
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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1987 Jeep Grand Wagoneer — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 1987 Jeep Grand Wagoneer reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 1987 Jeep Grand Wagoneer has 18 NHTSA complaints, 0 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Wiring & Fuses with 2 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1987 Jeep Grand Wagoneer?
Top reported problems: Wiring & Fuses (2 complaints); Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline (2 complaints); Engine & Cooling (1 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
Does the 1987 Jeep Grand Wagoneer have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1987 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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 Jeep Grand Wagoneer?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

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