1987 Chevrolet C15

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1987 Chevrolet C15
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:50:20.334Z

Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet C15 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1987 highlighted. 1984: 1 complaints 1984 1985: 2 complaints 1986: 5 complaints 1986 1987: 2 complaints 1987 1988: 9 complaints 1988 1989: 12 complaints 1990: 8 complaints 1990 1991: 10 complaints 1992: 14 complaints 1992 1993: 35 complaints 1994: 41 complaints 1994 1995: 60 complaints 1996: 26 complaints 1996
1987: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
19810
19820
19830
19841
19852
19865
19872
19889
198912
19908
199110
199214
199335
199441
199560
199626

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STEERING

1 of 2 total reports mentions: steering, most commonly citing steering wheel/handle bar.

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STEERING WHEEL IS LOOSE, THE BOLTS THAT HOLD WHEEL IN PLACE ARE COMING OFF AND CAUSE LOSS OF STEERING WHILE DRIVING. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19960119

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 2 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing fuel pump.

FIRE
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THE SENDING UNIT TO THE FUEL PUMP INSIDE GAS TANK CAUGHT ON FIRE AND MELTED THE WIRING. THE SENDING UNIT AND FUEL PUMP WERE DESTROYED. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19990113

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1987 Chevrolet C15 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (1 reports on file for this year).

FAQ

Is the 1987 Chevrolet C15 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 C15?

The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1987 Chevrolet C15 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.