1987 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 1 |
| 1981 | 2 |
| 1982 | 1 |
| 1983 | 1 |
| 1984 | 3 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 4 |
| 1987 | 4 |
| 1988 | 15 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 13 |
| 1993 | 13 |
| 1994 | 35 |
| 1995 | 53 |
| 1996 | 49 |
| 1997 | 48 |
| 1998 | 33 |
| 1999 | 35 |
| 2000 | 19 |
| 2001 | 21 |
| 2002 | 37 |
| 2003 | 40 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
3 of 4 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline.
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2 GAS TANK RUSTED THROUGH BECAUS ECHEVROLET PUT ASKID PLATES UNDER THEM, MADE OF PLASTIC WITH NO WAY FOR ELEMENTS TO DRAIN. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19970304
FUEL TANK FAILURE. *SD
NHTSA ODI report, 19960404
1 of 4 total reports mentions: seat belts.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
UBJ: SEAT BELTS
NHTSA ODI report, 19990725
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
FUEL TANK POSITION
GAS TANK GUARD
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1987 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (1 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 1987 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck 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 Chevrolet Truck?
The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly, accounting for 75% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1987 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.