MYRModel Year Report

1987 Dodge RAM 50

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1987 Dodge RAM 50
RENDERED 2026-11-01T11:37:32.253Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
9

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1987

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1985: 1 complaint 1985 1986: 1 complaint 1986 1987: 9 complaints 1987 9 1988: 9 complaints 1988 1989: 5 complaints 1989 1990: 4 complaints 1990 1991: 2 complaints 1991
1985: 1 complaint 1985 1986: 1 complaint 1986 1987: 9 complaints 1987 9 1988: 9 complaints 1988 1989: 5 complaints 1989 1990: 4 complaints 1990 1991: 2 complaints 1991
1985: 1 complaint 1985 1986: 1 complaint 1986 1987: 9 complaints 1987 9 1988: 9 complaints 1988 1989: 5 complaints 1989 1990: 4 complaints 1990 1991: 2 complaints 1991

1987: 9 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19800
19810
19820
19830
19840
19851
19861
19879
19889
19895
19904
19912

Known problem areas

Only 9 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Seat belts

9 of 9 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly.

Show complaint excerpts

The middle seat belt buckle never locked at 68,66O miles. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-06-03

Two replacements of passenger side seat belt because of latching deficiency. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-05-30

Two of three seat belts will not latch, two have broken pieces inside. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-05-22

Steering

1 of 9 total reports mentions: steering, most commonly citing gear box (other than rack and pinion).

Fuel system, gasoline

1 of 9 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing carburetor system.

Engine and engine cooling

1 of 9 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. I
    1987-07-01Preliminary evaluationClosed 1987-11-03 Pitman arm failure
  2. R
    1995-12-13Seat belts95V103003 The front safety belt buckle release buttons can break. These red plastic release buttons are marked "Press." If a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to…

    Remedy: Owners should promptly check the condition and operation of both front safety belt buckles and carefully inspect the red release button for any breaks or cracks. They should ensure that both buckles…

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1987 Dodge RAM 50 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Seat belts: 9 reports on file for this year.
  • Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 95V103003 · Seat belts
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1987 Dodge RAM 50 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 RAM 50?
The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1987 Dodge RAM 50 have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.