MYRModel Year Report

1987 Jeep Wagoneer

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1987 Jeep Wagoneer
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:45:48.140Z

Only 10 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 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
10

Too few to rank

Recalls
6

Campaigns on file for 1987

Investigations
4

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 2 complaints 1984: 3 complaints 1985: 1 complaint 1986: 5 complaints 1987: 10 complaints 1987 10 1988: 3 complaints 1989: 11 complaints 1990: 13 complaints 1991: 2 complaints 1991 1992: 1 complaint 1993: 3 complaints 1994: 1 complaint 1994 1995: 0 complaints 1996: 2 complaints 1997: 2 complaints 1997 1998: 3 complaints 1999: 2 complaints 2000: 1 complaint 2000 2001: 3 complaints 2022: 209 complaints 2023: 115 complaints 2023 2024: 54 complaints 2025: 6 complaints
1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 2 complaints 1984: 3 complaints 1984 1985: 1 complaint 1986: 5 complaints 1987: 10 complaints 1987 10 1988: 3 complaints 1989: 11 complaints 1990: 13 complaints 1990 1991: 2 complaints 1992: 1 complaint 1992 1993: 3 complaints 1994: 1 complaint 1994 1995: 0 complaints 1996: 2 complaints 1996 1997: 2 complaints 1998: 3 complaints 1998 1999: 2 complaints 2000: 1 complaint 2000 2001: 3 complaints 2022: 209 complaints 2022 2023: 115 complaints 2024: 54 complaints 2024 2025: 6 complaints
1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 2 complaints 1983 1984: 3 complaints 1984 1985: 1 complaint 1985 1986: 5 complaints 1986 1987: 10 complaints 1987 10 1988: 3 complaints 1988 1989: 11 complaints 1989 1990: 13 complaints 1990 1991: 2 complaints 1991 1992: 1 complaint 1992 1993: 3 complaints 1993 1994: 1 complaint 1994 1995: 0 complaints 1995 1996: 2 complaints 1996 1997: 2 complaints 1997 1998: 3 complaints 1998 1999: 2 complaints 1999 2000: 1 complaint 2000 2001: 3 complaints 2001 2022: 209 complaints 2022 2023: 115 complaints 2023 2024: 54 complaints 2024 2025: 6 complaints 2025

1987: 10 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19800
19810
19821
19832
19843
19851
19865
198710
19883
198911
199013
19912
19921
19933
19941
19950
19962
19972
19983
19992
20001
20013
2022209
2023115
202454
20256

Known problem areas

Only 10 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Steering

2 of 10 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing steering wheel/handle bar.

Tires

2 of 10 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.

Engine and engine cooling

2 of 10 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine and cooling system.

Vehicle speed control

1 of 10 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

Seats

1 of 10 total reports mentions: seats.

Show complaint excerpts

Drivers seat frame broke upon applying brakes.

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-05-18

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 4 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1986-12-29Steering86V159000 Steering linkage couplers remained in acid etching bath too long.

    Remedy: Replace out of tolerance steering linkage couplers.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. R
    1987-02-13Fuel system, gasoline86V160000 A stud may have been installed on top of the intake manifold of engine that could contact the fuel supply hose.

    Remedy: Remove stud and replace fuel supply hose and line assembly on vehicles with accumulated mileage.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  3. R
    1987-02-23Vehicle speed control87V022000 Cruise control module could have inconsistent cruise control operation.

    Remedy: Replace module, as necessary.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  4. R
    1987-04-01Vehicle speed control87V035000 Vehicle may contain an out of tolerance throttle body.

    Remedy: Replace suspect throttle bodies.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  5. I
    1987-10-23Preliminary evaluationClosed 1988-01-28 Fires caused by cltch lk
  6. I
    1988-02-23Preliminary evaluationClosed 1988-09-19 Throttle control
  7. I
    1988-03-10Engineering analysisClosed 1989-10-03 Stalling
  8. R
    1989-05-05Service brakes, hydraulic88V106000 Brake booster vacuum reservoir canisters may develop leaks due to bumper impact.

    Remedy: Replace brake booster vacuum cannisters with new type cannisters; also, install a restriction orifice to ensure sufficient vacuum in event cannister leakage occurs.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  9. I
    1989-08-11Preliminary evaluationClosed 1989-12-11 Safety belt retractor
  10. R
    1990-08-28Equipment89V219000 Tire reserve load label may not have been installed.

    Remedy: Install proper label.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1987 Jeep Wagoneer — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Steering: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Tires: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 86V159000 · Steering
  • Recall 86V160000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 87V022000 · Vehicle speed control
  • Recall 87V035000 · Vehicle speed control
  • Recall 88V106000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 89V219000 · Equipment
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1987 Jeep Wagoneer 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 Jeep Wagoneer?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1987 Jeep Wagoneer have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.

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