MYRModel Year Report

1987 Dodge Aries

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1987 Dodge Aries
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:37:47.086Z

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

Complaints per year, Dodge Aries Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1987 highlighted. 1981: 2 complaints 1981 1982: 2 complaints 1983: 2 complaints 1983 1984: 2 complaints 1985: 2 complaints 1985 1986: 3 complaints 1987: 9 complaints 1987 1988: 11 complaints 1989: 10 complaints 1989 1990: 0 complaints 1990
1987: 9 complaints
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YearComplaints
19812
19822
19832
19842
19852
19863
19879
198811
198910
19900

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.

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VEHICLE ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN, UNKNOWN CAUSE. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19951208

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

2 of 9 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

CRASH
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BRAKES FAILED, CAUSING ACCIDENT.

NHTSA ODI report, 19961029

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 9 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

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TWO OF THE FRONT LOWER MOTOR MOUNTS WERE MISSING, AND THE OTHER TWO WERE LOOSE, CAUSING THE ENGINE TO VIBRATE. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20040217

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 9 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 9 total reports mention: electrical system.

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19901210 — EA (closed 19911231)

TRANS PARK SYSTEM FAILURE

I 19910416 — PE (closed 19910830)

STEERING GEAR BOLTS LOOSEN

R 20080522 — suspension

FEDERAL MOGUL IS RECALLING 6,903 AFTERMARKET BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES SHIPPED BETWEEN NOVEMBER 9, 2007 AND MARCH 26, 2008, WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS. THE PART NUMBERS PACKAGED WIT

Remedy: FEDERAL MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 22, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL MOGUL AT 877-489-6659.

Campaign 08E033000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1987 Dodge Aries — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 08E033000 (suspension) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1987 Dodge Aries 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 Dodge Aries?

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

How many recalls does the 1987 Dodge Aries 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.