MYRModel Year Report

1987 Ford F350

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1987 Ford F350
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:41:42.956Z

Only 8 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 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
8

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1987

Investigations
7

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1981: 2 complaints 1981 1982: 0 complaints 1983: 1 complaint 1983 1984: 2 complaints 1985: 4 complaints 1985 1986: 14 complaints 1987: 8 complaints 1987 8 1988: 29 complaints 1989: 41 complaints 1989 1990: 39 complaints 2005: 0 complaints 2005 2006: 0 complaints 2007: 0 complaints 2007 2008: 0 complaints
1981: 2 complaints 1981 1982: 0 complaints 1982 1983: 1 complaint 1983 1984: 2 complaints 1984 1985: 4 complaints 1985 1986: 14 complaints 1986 1987: 8 complaints 1987 8 1988: 29 complaints 1988 1989: 41 complaints 1989 1990: 39 complaints 1990 2005: 0 complaints 2005 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2007: 0 complaints 2007 2008: 0 complaints 2008
1981: 2 complaints 1981 1982: 0 complaints 1982 1983: 1 complaint 1983 1984: 2 complaints 1984 1985: 4 complaints 1985 1986: 14 complaints 1986 1987: 8 complaints 1987 8 1988: 29 complaints 1988 1989: 41 complaints 1989 1990: 39 complaints 1990 2005: 0 complaints 2005 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2007: 0 complaints 2007 2008: 0 complaints 2008

1987: 8 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19800
19812
19820
19831
19842
19854
198614
19878
198829
198941
199039
20050
20060
20070
20080

Known problem areas

Only 8 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Tires

3 of 8 total reports mention: tires.

Show complaint excerpts

Truck lost two right rear tires, the tires collided with vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 1997-11-06

Suspension

1 of 8 total reports mentions: suspension.

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Recall campaign; my truck was part of the recall, which had been completed. Unfortunates neither dealer or my records support that my truck was served. *bf recall campaign the consumers steering failed in her vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-01-21

Service brakes

1 of 8 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

Power train

1 of 8 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing column shift.

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The transfer case gets stuck in the wrong gear. The problem has occurred 3 times.

NHTSA ODI report, 1997-10-27

Exterior lighting

1 of 8 total reports mentions: exterior lighting, most commonly citing turn signal.

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 7 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1987-10-12Fuel system, gasoline87V139000 Spring lock fuel line coupling may not be properly engaged.

    Remedy: Install retainer clips over the couplings to prevent coupling separation and fuel leakage.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    1988-02-04Suspension88V015000 Steering/suspension systems may not adequately control steering type wobble allowing the front end to shimmy.

    Remedy: Modify and/or replace front suspension and steering components, tires, and frames.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  3. I
    1988-12-07Preliminary evaluationClosed 1989-06-01 Fires
  4. I
    1988-12-13Preliminary evaluationClosed 1989-07-12 Antifreeze underhood fires
  5. I
    1989-01-26Defect petitionClosed 1989-08-01 F-series fuel tank fires
  6. I
    1989-06-07Preliminary evaluationClosed 1989-10-17 Gearshift lever breaks
  7. I
    1991-06-20Preliminary evaluationClosed 1991-10-25 Spare tire fires
  8. I
    1993-06-04Engineering analysisClosed 1994-07-29 Alternator belt failure
  9. I
    1994-08-19Preliminary evaluationClosed 1994-12-28 Fuel injector pump fails

Buy-smart checklist

1987 Ford F350 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Tires: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 87V139000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 88V015000 · Suspension
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1987 Ford F350 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 F350?
The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1987 Ford F350 have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.