1987 Acura Legend

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1987 Acura Legend
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:26:19.859Z

Only 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

1987: 9 complaints

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Year	Complaints
1986	17
1987	9
1988	33
1989	34
1990	36
1991	117
1992	75
1993	25
1994	21
1995	15

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 9 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2 of 9 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

CRASH INJURY

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VEHICLE WAS IN PARK. CONSUMER PUT VEHCILE IN GEAR AND VEHCILE TOOK OFF THROUGH TWO YARDS WITHOUT TOUCHING THE GAS PEDAL.*AK THE VEHICLE STOPPED WHEN IT SLAMMED INTO DIRT BANK.

NHTSA ODI report, 20000911

POWER TRAIN

2 of 9 total reports mention: power train.

CRASH

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CLUTCH SLAVE CYL FAILED CAUSING LOST OF CONTROL OF TRANSMISSION

NHTSA ODI report, 19990928

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE DID NOT ACCELERATE TO THE SPEED THE RPM'S INDICATED. THE DEALERSHIP DETERMINED THE CLUTCH NEEDED TO BE REBUILT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20060303

VISIBILITY

1 of 9 total reports mentions: visibility.

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I TOOK MY CAR IN FOR REPAIR BECAUSE THE WINDOW REGULATOR FAILED. IT COST ME $248 FOR REPAIRS. IN THREE MONTHS THE REGULATOR FAILED AGAIN.

NHTSA ODI report, 20040422

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 9 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

CRASH INJURY

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WHEN PUTTING VEHICLE INTO DRIVE WHILE FOOT WAS ON BRAKE CAR ACCELERATED AND HIT A CONCRETE PILLAR. VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. *AK THE VEHICLE WAS TOTALLED AND THE CAUSE OF THE VEHICLE'S ACCELERATION WAS UNKOWN. *YH

NHTSA ODI report, 20000901

SUSPENSION

1 of 9 total reports mentions: suspension.

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19871110 — DP (closed 19880308)

SUDDEN ACCELERATION

I 19880308 — EA (closed 19910110)

SUDDEN ACCELERATION

I 19880621 — PE (closed 19881116)

FUEL SYSTEM VENTING

I 19881116 — EA (closed 19891130)

FUEL SYSTEM VENTING

I 19931015 — PE (closed 19940228)

FUEL TANK LEAKAGE

I 19941027 — EA (closed 19950731)

SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILURE

R 19950519 — seat belts

THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE

Remedy: OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES. CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. CHECK THAT BOTH BUCKLES ARE OPERATING PRO

Campaign 95V103001 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1987 Acura Legend — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for power train issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 95V103001 (seat belts) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 1987 Acura Legend reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1987 Acura Legend?

The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1987 Acura Legend have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.