1987 Toyota VAN
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
- 1
- 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 | 0 |
| 1984 | 4 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 2 |
| 1989 | 3 |
| 1990 | 1 |
| 1994 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Only 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
6 of 6 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Electrical system
2 of 6 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing front underhood and 12v/24v/48v battery.
Show complaint excerpts
Driver noticed smoke coming from under the hood while driving 65 MPH. Vehicle was totalled.
NHTSA ODI report, 2001-11-20
Upon trying to start the vehicle, it would not start. Nothing electrical was working.
NHTSA ODI report, 1998-05-04
Vehicle speed control
1 of 6 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.
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Vehicle was parked, owner had just put vehicle in drive, then stepped lightly on gas pedal, vehicle suddenly shot out like a bullet, hit another vehicle that was traveling in another direction on the same street.*ak consumer was injured in...
NHTSA ODI report, 1996-08-09
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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1989-07-21Steering89V089000 The steering bevel gear assembly may have water contamination which could lead to rust/corrosion.
Remedy: Replace steering bevel gear assembly; cover liquid gasket material with improved material.
Buy-smart checklist
1987 Toyota VAN — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 89V089000 · Steering
FAQ
- Is the 1987 Toyota VAN 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 VAN?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1987 Toyota VAN 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.