MYRModel Year Report

1987 Plymouth Sundance

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1987 Plymouth Sundance
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:51:50.165Z

Only 12 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 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
12

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1987

Investigations
3

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1987: 12 complaints 1987 12 1988: 27 complaints 1989: 33 complaints 1989 1990: 37 complaints 1991: 31 complaints 1991 1992: 49 complaints 1993: 60 complaints 1993 1994: 59 complaints 1995: 2 complaints 1995 1996: 0 complaints 1998: 1 complaint 1998
1987: 12 complaints 1987 12 1988: 27 complaints 1988 1989: 33 complaints 1989 1990: 37 complaints 1990 1991: 31 complaints 1991 1992: 49 complaints 1992 1993: 60 complaints 1993 1994: 59 complaints 1994 1995: 2 complaints 1995 1996: 0 complaints 1996 1998: 1 complaint 1998
1987: 12 complaints 1987 12 1988: 27 complaints 1988 1989: 33 complaints 1989 1990: 37 complaints 1990 1991: 31 complaints 1991 1992: 49 complaints 1992 1993: 60 complaints 1993 1994: 59 complaints 1994 1995: 2 complaints 1995 1996: 0 complaints 1996 1998: 1 complaint 1998

1987: 12 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19850
19860
198712
198827
198933
199037
199131
199249
199360
199459
19952
19960
19981

Known problem areas

Only 12 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Electrical system

3 of 12 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing front underhood and module.

FIRE
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Driving when it acted like it was running out of gas no power, went from 35 to 20 MPH then started smoking as I pulled into the parking lot. Went to get help but no one was at work, men next door noticed smoke and ran over with fire extinguisher.

NHTSA ODI report, 2000-02-06

Engine compartment fire, unknown origin. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-05-05

Structure

2 of 12 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing trunk lid and body.

Seat belts

2 of 12 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing webbing and buckle assembly.

CRASHINJURY
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The car hit a tree head on and the front passenger seat belt did not restrain occupant. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-06-19

Engine and engine cooling

2 of 12 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine.

FIRE
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The vehicle became engulfed in flames. *ak the hood blew open because it was so hot. The vehicle was taken to the dealer due to a rebuilt motor that kept running hot and stopping.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-06-02

Vehicle speed control

1 of 12 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

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While driving, the throttle stuck open and the vehicle would not slow down, the consumer had to shift into neutral and lift the accelerator with his toe in order to slow the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-09-05

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    1988-07-13Defect petitionClosed 1988-10-11 Throttle sticking
  2. I
    1988-10-05Engineering analysisClosed 1989-11-17 Logic module
  3. R
    1988-11-15Fuel system, gasoline88V105000 Fuel leakage may occur in low ambient temperature operation at connections of an engine compartment fuel supply hose to the pressure regulator and to the fuel rail.

    Remedy: Relocate pressure regulator; replace fuel supply with formed hose with revised routing configuration to ensure sealing integrity.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  4. I
    1991-04-16Preliminary evaluationClosed 1991-08-30 Steering gear bolts loosen
  5. R
    2008-05-22Suspension08E033000 Federal mogul is recalling 6,903 aftermarket ball joint assemblies shipped between November 9, 2007 and March 26, 2008, which may have been packaged with incorrect nuts. The part numbers packaged…

    Remedy: Federal mogul will notify owners and replace the parts free of charge. The recall began on May 22, 2008. Owners can contact federal mogul at 877-489-6659.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1987 Plymouth Sundance — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Structure: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Seat belts: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 88V105000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 08E033000 · Suspension
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 1987 Plymouth Sundance 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 Plymouth Sundance?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1987 Plymouth Sundance have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-08-10 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.