MYRModel Year Report

1987 Chevrolet Beretta

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1987 Chevrolet Beretta
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:52:19.088Z

Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet Beretta Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1987 highlighted. 1984: 1 complaints 1984 1987: 3 complaints 1987 1988: 60 complaints 1988 1989: 51 complaints 1990: 39 complaints 1990 1991: 49 complaints 1992: 52 complaints 1992 1993: 37 complaints 1994: 85 complaints 1994 1995: 93 complaints 1996: 72 complaints 1996 1997: 1 complaints 1998: 2 complaints 1998 1999: 1 complaints 2002: 1 complaints 2002
1987: 3 complaints
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YearComplaints
19841
19873
198860
198951
199039
199149
199252
199337
199485
199593
199672
19971
19982
19991
20021

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STRUCTURE

1 of 3 total reports mentions: structure.

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FAILURE OF THE DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SIDE DOOR HINGE PIN, THE DOOR HINGE PIN IS BROKEN, CAUSING THE DOOR TO BE IN THE OPEN POSITION, THE DOOR WILL NOT FULLY CLOSE. *AK *JB

NHTSA ODI report, 19961202

SEATS

1 of 3 total reports mentions: seats.

CRASH INJURY
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DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH DOWN A STREET IN A CONSTRUCTION ZONE, THE VEHICLE STRUCK A CURB, AND THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE BUCKET SEAT FELL BACKWARDS WITHOUT WARNING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20061201

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

CRASH FIRE
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THIS CAR WAS PURCHASED AT AUCTION($8000) FINANCING-AFTER FIRE/CO AUCTIONED FOR $250 YET THEY ARE STILL DEMANDING PAYMENT ON THIS BROKEN-DOWN/BURNED UP CAR THAT I NO LONGER OWN AND THAT THE COMPANY AUCTIONED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20001026

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19861213 — latches/locks/linkages

SECONDARY HOOD LATCH MAY NOT PROPERLY ENGAGE DUE TO CONTACT WITH SUPPORT BRACKET AND/OR THE PRIMARY LATCH RETURN SPRING.

Remedy: INSTALL SECONDARY LATCH SKID PLATE ON CORSICA AND BERETTA MODELS. ALSO, INSTALL A REVISED SECONDARY LATCH ASSEMBLY ON BERETTA MODELS.

Campaign 86V165000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19861213 — latches/locks/linkages

LOSS OF SKID PLATE COULD LEAD TO DISENGAGEMENT OF BOTH SECONDARY AND PRIMARY HOOD LATCHES.

Remedy: INSTALL A SECONDARY LATCH SKID PLATE AND/OR SECONDARY LATCH SKID PLATE RETAINING SCREWS.

Campaign 87V062000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19880426 — latches/locks/linkages

SECONDARY HOOD LATCH ASSEMBLY MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PROPERLY ADJUSTED RESULTING IN LATCH BECOMING BENT.

Remedy: INSPECT AND REPLACE SECONDARY HOOD LATCH ASSEMBLIES AS REQUIRED.

Campaign 88V039000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19880802 — PE (closed 19890105)

DOOR HINGE PIN FAILURE

I 19880913 — EA (closed 19900314)

REAR WHEEL SPINDLE

I 19890105 — EA (closed 19900314)

DOOR HINGE PINS

R 19891208 — structure

A DOOR HINGE (UPPER OR LOWER) MAY BREAK WHILE OPENING OR CLOSING THE DOOR MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO REPOSITION AND CLOSE PROPERLY.

Remedy: REPLACE DOOR HINGES ON BOTH DOORS.

Campaign 89V225000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19900419 — DP (closed 19900829)

INADEQUATE BRAKES

I 19900511 — EA (closed 19910828)

HOOD LATCH FAILURE

I 19900829 — EA (closed 19920330)

BRAKE PERFORMANCE

R 19911021 — structure

SECONDARY HOOD LATCH ASSEMBLY ON THESE VEHICLES MAY NOT BE PROPERLY ADJUSTED AND COULD BECOME BENT. THIS WILL LEAD TO A CONDITION WHERE FULL PRIMARY LATCH ENGAGEMENT IS NOT ATTAINED.

Remedy: REPLACE THE PRIMARY HOOD LATCH ASSEMBLY, THE SECONDARY HOOD LATCH ASSEMBLY, AND THE SUPPORT BRACKET.

Campaign 91V135000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19920224 — PE (closed 19920626)

STICKING THROTTLE

I 19920422 — PE (closed 19920831)

PARK BRAKE HANDLE FAILURE

I 19920626 — EA (closed 19940131)

STICKING THROTTLE

I 19920716 — EA (closed 19930708)

FR.SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILS

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 Chevrolet Beretta — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seats issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 86V165000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 87V062000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 88V039000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 89V225000 (structure) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 91V135000 (structure) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 1993 ● 1990 ● 1991

WORST YEARS

◆ 1995 ◆ 1994 ◆ 1996

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FAQ

Is the 1987 Chevrolet Beretta 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 Chevrolet Beretta?

The most-reported component is structure:body:door:hinge and attachments, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1987 Chevrolet Beretta have?

6 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.