1987 Jeep Wagoneer Problems
- Complaints
- 10filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 6campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1987 Jeep Wagoneer (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 10 consumer complaints for the 1987 Jeep Wagoneer. The part named most often is engine cooling, with 2 complaints (20% of the total), followed by steering (2) and tires (2). Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 1 a fire, 2 an injury, 1 a death, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year. Steering complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Engine cooling2 20%
- Steering2 20%
- Tires2 20%
- Electrical system1 10%
- Fuel system1 10%
- Seat belts1 10%
- Seats1 10%
Example complaints
Engine cooling: “Engine cooling system is enclosed with no pressure relief valve, which could result in plastic fill bottle exploding if engine overheats. (1st vehicle on doc# 607835).”
NHTSA complaint #544283, filed 1999-03Steering: “On a trip and at 65 MPH went over rail road crossing and as suspension traveled felt like the drive line was comming through the floor pan.something in the drive train did indeed botton out not the suspension. …”
NHTSA complaint #711688, filed 1999-09Tires: “00 t 005 000/tread separation: right rear tire experienced a tread separation while traveling on a dirt road at 25-30 MPH, notice a flapping sound before the problem commence. Driver and passenger in a 1987 Jeep, wageneer; aftermarket equipment install at 80400 miles, DOT unavailable.”
NHTSA complaint #873205, filed 2000-10Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 89V219000Nov 21, 1989Equipment › Other › LabelsCovers: Jeep Wagoneer 1986–1987
Tire reserve load label may not have been installed.
- 88V106000Jul 1, 1988Service brakes, hydraulic › Power assist › HydraulicCovers: Jeep Wagoneer 1985–1987, Cherokee 1985–1987, Comanche 1985–1987
Brake booster vacuum reservoir canisters may develop leaks due to bumper impact.
- 87V035000Mar 18, 1987Vehicle speed control › LinkagesCovers: Jeep Wagoneer 1987, Cherokee 1987, Comanche 1987
Vehicle may contain an out of tolerance throttle body.
- 87V022000Feb 25, 1987Vehicle speed controlCovers: Jeep Wagoneer 1987, Wrangler 1987, Cherokee 1987 +2 more
Cruise control module could have inconsistent cruise control operation.
- 86V160000Dec 11, 1986Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsCovers: Jeep Wagoneer 1987, Cherokee 1987, Comanche 1987
A stud may have been installed on top of the intake manifold of engine that could contact the fuel supply hose. Consequence of defect: chafing of the fuel hose could occur which could result in a fuel leak.
- 86V159000Dec 9, 1986Steering › LinkagesCovers: Jeep Wagoneer 1986–1987, Cherokee 1986–1987, Comanche 1986–1987
Steering linkage couplers remained in acid etching bath too long. Consequence of defect: couplers could be out of tolerance resulting in steering wheel misalignment with eventual loss of vehicle control.
Recall details for the 1987 Jeep Wagoneer → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 1987 Jeep Wagoneer.
Other model years of the Jeep Wagoneer
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7 | 25,000 | 3 | 4 | 20 | — | Too new |
| 2024 | 57 | 33,714 | 8 | 4 | 20 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2023 | 115 | 32,000 | 9 | 4 | 20 | Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years) | Too new |
| 2022 | 209 | 32,000 | 10 | — | 18 | Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years) | Rising |
| 1990 | 13 | 109,435 | 5 | — | 16 | — | Not enough data |
| 1989 | 11 | 168,388 | 3 | — | 16 | — | Not enough data |
| 1987 | 10 | — | 6 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1986 | 5 | — | 5 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Jeep Wagoneer model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1987 Jeep Wagoneer have?
NHTSA recorded 10 consumer complaints for the 1987 Jeep Wagoneer as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1987 Jeep Wagoneer is reported most often?
Engine cooling is named most often, in 2 complaints (20% of the total), followed by steering with 2.
Has the 1987 Jeep Wagoneer been recalled?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.