1987 Renault Alliance
Only 6 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 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1987
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1987: 6 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1983 | 2 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 10 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 6 |
Known problem areas
Only 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine and engine cooling
4 of 6 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing catalytic convertor and emission control.
Visibility
2 of 6 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing windshield wiper/washer and heater core.
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Vehicle fire caused by heater core, vehicle is involved in recall. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-04-17
Windshield wipers work intermittently.
NHTSA ODI report, 1996-06-19
Vehicle speed control
1 of 6 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
Fuel system, gasoline
1 of 6 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing tank assembly.
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Defective fuel tank.*mr the vehicle leaked gas from the fuel tank even though there was no evidence of rust or damage. The dealer suggested the fuel tank was poor manufacturing. The consumer requested a refund for the replacement tank.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-10-10
Electrical system
1 of 6 total reports mentions: electrical system, most commonly citing ignition.
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The engine cuts out at highway speeds. Please describe.
NHTSA ODI report, 1996-07-16
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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1988-07-08Visibility88V087000 Cooling system pressures during overheated engine operation may exceed the strength capability of certain components due to inadequate venting capacity of the system pressure cap.
Remedy: Replace all coolant system pressure caps with one having adequate venting capacity.
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1992-05-28Visibility92V051000 The end cap connecting the heat exchanger's core to the engine cooling system could rupture and allow hot coolant to escape into the passenger compartment.
Remedy: Replace the heater core with a core of different design which will not rupture and leak in the passenger compartment.
Buy-smart checklist
1987 Renault Alliance — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine and engine cooling: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Visibility: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 88V087000 · Visibility
- Recall 92V051000 · Visibility
FAQ
- Is the 1987 Renault Alliance 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 Renault Alliance?
- The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1987 Renault Alliance 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.