MYRModel Year Report

1987 Oldsmobile Calais

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1987 Oldsmobile Calais
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:50:09.916Z

Only 5 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 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Oldsmobile Calais Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1987 highlighted. 1984: 0 complaints 1984 1985: 3 complaints 1985 1986: 7 complaints 1986 1987: 5 complaints 1987 1988: 18 complaints 1988 1989: 18 complaints 1989 1990: 12 complaints 1990
1987: 5 complaints
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YearComplaints
19840
19853
19867
19875
198818
198918
199012

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 5 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

3 of 5 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

FIRE
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE. *SD

NHTSA ODI report, 19960601

WHILE DRIVING, THE ENGINE CAUGHT FIRE. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19960229

WHILE DRIVING, THE ENGINE CAUGHT FIRE. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19960229

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 5 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 5 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

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OIL PUMP/BALANCER ASSEMBLY ON 2.5L 151CI. TECH 4 (NOT SURE ON SPECIFIC YEARS) CAN CRACK FROM NORMAL WEAR, AND DESTROY CRANK SHAFT AND ENGINE. THE BALANCER ASSM. AND OIL PUMP ARE LOCATED IN OIL PAN. A SIMPLE REPLACEMENT OF OIL PUMP ASSM.

NHTSA ODI report, 20040422

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19880323 — fuel system, gasoline

THE FUEL FEED OR FUEL RETURN HOSE AT THE ENGINE MAY RUB AGAINST A SHIFT LEVER ON THE 5 SPEED TRANSAXLE.

Remedy: REPLACE THE FUEL FEED AND RETURN HOSE/PIPE ASSEMBLIES.

Campaign 88V032000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19890117 — EA (closed 19900508)

BRAKE INEFFECTIVENESS

I 19900829 — EA (closed 19920330)

BRAKE PERFORMANCE

I 19911107 — EA (closed 19921026)

SEAT BELT SEPARATION

R 20061018 — fuel system, gasoline

CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURE

Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).

Campaign 06E043000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1987 Oldsmobile Calais — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 88V032000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1987 Oldsmobile Calais 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 Oldsmobile Calais?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline, accounting for 60% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1987 Oldsmobile Calais have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.