1987 Buick Electra

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1987 Buick Electra
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:57:24.144Z

Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

1987: 4 complaints

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Year	Complaints
1981	0
1982	0
1983	2
1984	2
1985	1
1986	12
1987	4
1988	5
1989	2
1990	5
1991	2

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 4 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

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WHILE APPLYING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED UNCONTROLLABLY. HOWEVER, THE DRIVER WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND PULLED OVER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A GARAGE FOR INSPECTION.

NHTSA ODI report, 20041122

SEATS

1 of 4 total reports mentions: seats.

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WHILE DRIVING ON THE ROAD THE DRIVER'S SEAT WILL GIVE AND DROP DOWN WHEN PUSHING THE LEVER TO RECLINE, IT PARTIALLY RECLINES. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19990811

SEAT BELTS

1 of 4 total reports mentions: seat belts.

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RETRACTOR ON SEAT BELT DOES NOT RETRACT BY ITSELF BACK IN. *AK *TT

NHTSA ODI report, 20011102

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 4 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

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TIMING CHAIN BROKE, RESULTING IN STEERING ABILITY LOST, REPLACED TIMING BELT.

NHTSA ODI report, 19951103

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19870827 — EA (closed 19911127)

STALLING

R 19870916 — electrical system

AN IN LINE FUSIBLE LINK MAY MELT DOWN AND CAUSE A FIRE.

Remedy: THE WINDSHIELD WASHER BOTTLE BRACKET WILL BE REPLACED.

Campaign 87V135000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19880422 — EA (closed 19891023)

SUDDEN ACCELERATION

R 19880520 — vehicle speed control

EXCESSIVE ACCELERATOR CABLE FRICTION MAY RESTRICT THE CABLES FREE MOVEMENT BETWEEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND THE THROTTLE BODY.

Remedy: REPLACE ACCELERATOR CABLE.

Campaign 88V080000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19890310 — PE (closed 19890517)

ANTI LOCK BRAKES

I 19890728 — EA (closed 19900727)

REAR BRAKE PIN

R 20061018 — fuel system, gasoline

CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURE

Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).

Campaign 06E043000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1987 Buick Electra — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for seats issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for seat belts issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 87V135000 (electrical system) has been completed.
Verify recall 88V080000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 1987 Buick Electra 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 Buick Electra?

The most-reported component is vehicle speed control:cables, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1987 Buick Electra have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

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