1987 GMC Pick UP
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
- 4
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
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Complaints per year
1987: 4 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 1 |
| 1985 | 3 |
| 1986 | 3 |
| 1987 | 4 |
| 1988 | 4 |
| 1989 | 4 |
| 1990 | 3 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 16 |
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1996 | 11 |
Known problem areas
Only 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Fuel system, gasoline
3 of 4 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing tank assembly and auxillary tank.
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One of the gas tanks broke,and the consumer can't put gas into the vehicle.the other tank is working, but there is a smell coming from the tank that is working.
NHTSA ODI report, 1999-05-07
Fuel tank mounted outside frame.
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-06-22
Fuel tank mounted outside of frame.
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-02-23
Tires
1 of 4 total reports mentions: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.
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Rear driver's tire has severe belt separation although it has a significant amount of tread left. Consumer is very concerned about safety of tires. 1987,GMC ,3/4TON pickup that is primarily used to tow travel trailers.
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-09-12
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1987 GMC Pick UP — pre-purchase inspection
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- Fuel system, gasoline: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Tires: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1987 GMC Pick UP 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 GMC Pick UP?
- The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 75% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1987 GMC Pick UP have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.