1987 Ford Club Wagon
Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint 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 | 0 |
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1983 | 0 |
| 1984 | 0 |
| 1985 | 1 |
| 1986 | 2 |
| 1987 | 1 |
| 1988 | 1 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 15 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 17 |
| 1995 | 15 |
| 1996 | 17 |
| 1997 | 28 |
| 1998 | 28 |
| 1999 | 4 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 2 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 1 total report mentions: electrical system.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
VEHICLE FIRE DIRECTLY RELATED TO RECTIFIER PLUG HEATING UP WHILE IN MOTION. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19951027
SAFETY TIMELINE
VEHICLES ARE SUBJECT TO EXCESSIVE UNDERHOOD TEMPERATURES AND FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURES IN SEVERE DUTY APPLICATIONS.
Remedy: INSTALL MODIFICATION KITS TO MINIMIZE POSSIBILITY OF FUEL EXPULSION AND TO SHIELD UNDERBODY COMPONENTS FROM EXHAUST SYSTEM HEAT.
Campaign 87V144000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1987 Ford Club Wagon — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 87V144000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1987 Ford Club Wagon 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 Ford Club Wagon?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1987 Ford Club Wagon 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.