MYRModel Year Report

1987 Toyota Pickup

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1987 Toyota Pickup
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:52:15.332Z

Only 8 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 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
8

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1987

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1980: 2 complaints 1980 1981: 3 complaints 1982: 2 complaints 1983: 2 complaints 1983 1984: 3 complaints 1985: 9 complaints 1986: 18 complaints 1987: 8 complaints 1987 8 1988: 7 complaints 1989: 21 complaints 1990: 25 complaints 1991: 29 complaints 1992: 56 complaints 1992 1993: 59 complaints 1994: 99 complaints 1995: 35 complaints 1995 1996: 6 complaints 1997: 5 complaints 1998: 5 complaints 1998 1999: 2 complaints 2000: 4 complaints 2001: 7 complaints 2001 2002: 1 complaint
1980: 2 complaints 1980 1981: 3 complaints 1982: 2 complaints 1982 1983: 2 complaints 1984: 3 complaints 1984 1985: 9 complaints 1986: 18 complaints 1987: 8 complaints 1987 8 1988: 7 complaints 1989: 21 complaints 1990: 25 complaints 1990 1991: 29 complaints 1992: 56 complaints 1992 1993: 59 complaints 1994: 99 complaints 1994 1995: 35 complaints 1996: 6 complaints 1996 1997: 5 complaints 1998: 5 complaints 1998 1999: 2 complaints 2000: 4 complaints 2000 2001: 7 complaints 2002: 1 complaint 2002
1980: 2 complaints 1980 1981: 3 complaints 1981 1982: 2 complaints 1982 1983: 2 complaints 1983 1984: 3 complaints 1984 1985: 9 complaints 1985 1986: 18 complaints 1986 1987: 8 complaints 1987 8 1988: 7 complaints 1988 1989: 21 complaints 1989 1990: 25 complaints 1990 1991: 29 complaints 1991 1992: 56 complaints 1992 1993: 59 complaints 1993 1994: 99 complaints 1994 1995: 35 complaints 1995 1996: 6 complaints 1996 1997: 5 complaints 1997 1998: 5 complaints 1998 1999: 2 complaints 1999 2000: 4 complaints 2000 2001: 7 complaints 2001 2002: 1 complaint 2002

1987: 8 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19802
19813
19822
19832
19843
19859
198618
19878
19887
198921
199025
199129
199256
199359
199499
199535
19966
19975
19985
19992
20004
20017
20021

Known problem areas

Only 8 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Seat belts

3 of 8 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly and anchorage.

CRASH
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Was driving approximately 35MPH and the rear wheels were caught in something. The truck started rolling and the seat belt buckle released on the first roll was thrown out of back window. Insurance to total the vehicle due to cost for repairs.

NHTSA ODI report, 1997-01-27

Tires

2 of 8 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.

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Tl*the contact owns a 1987 Toyota Pickup. While driving at various speeds, the tires vibrate and make noise. The contact stated that all four tires were purchased in 2005 and had 3,000 miles.

NHTSA ODI report, 2007-07-27

Suspension

2 of 8 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing control arm.

CRASHINJURYDEATH
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Vehicle's narrow wheel base and high center of gravity, without power steering makes vehicle prone to easy rollovers.

NHTSA ODI report, 1997-07-04

Steering

1 of 8 total reports mentions: steering, most commonly citing linkages.

Service brakes

1 of 8 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2006-04-03Exterior lighting06E026000 Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber…

    Remedy: Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. The recall began on April 3, 2006. Owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1987 Toyota Pickup — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Seat belts: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Tires: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 06E026000 · Exterior lighting
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1987 Toyota Pickup 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 Toyota Pickup?
The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1987 Toyota Pickup have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.