Model year guide

1987 Jeep wagoneer

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1987 Jeep wagoneer is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

1987 Jeep wagoneer — representative photo
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1987 Jeep wagoneer at a glance

Safety recalls6
Owner complaints11

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1987 Jeep wagoneer recalls 6

Equipment:other:labels NHTSA Campaign #89V219000 · 21/11/1989

TIRE RESERVE LOAD LABEL MAY NOT HAVE BEEN INSTALLED.

Fix: INSTALL PROPER LABEL.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:hydraulic NHTSA Campaign #88V106000 · 01/07/1988

BRAKE BOOSTER VACUUM RESERVOIR CANISTERS MAY DEVELOP LEAKS DUE TO BUMPER IMPACT.

Fix: REPLACE BRAKE BOOSTER VACUUM CANNISTERS WITH NEW TYPE CANNISTERS; ALSO, INSTALL A RESTRICTION ORIFICE TO ENSURE SUFFICIENT VACUUM IN EVENT CANNISTER LEAKAGE OCCURS.

Vehicle Speed Control:linkages NHTSA Campaign #87V035000 · 18/03/1987

VEHICLE MAY CONTAIN AN OUT OF TOLERANCE THROTTLE BODY.

Fix: REPLACE SUSPECT THROTTLE BODIES.

Vehicle Speed Control NHTSA Campaign #87V022000 · 25/02/1987

CRUISE CONTROL MODULE COULD HAVE INCONSISTENT CRUISE CONTROL OPERATION.

Fix: REPLACE MODULE, AS NECESSARY.

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings NHTSA Campaign #86V160000 · 11/12/1986

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.

Fix: REMOVE STUD AND REPLACE FUEL SUPPLY HOSE AND LINE ASSEMBLY ON VEHICLES WITH ACCUMULATED MILEAGE.

Steering:linkages NHTSA Campaign #86V159000 · 09/12/1986

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.

Fix: REPLACE OUT OF TOLERANCE STEERING LINKAGE COUPLERS.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 7 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

1987 Jeep wagoneer common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.

1987 Jeep wagoneer trims & engines on record

Engines
5.9L 8-cyl

1987 Jeep wagoneer vehicles on record

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1987 Jeep wagoneer — frequently asked questions

Does the 1987 Jeep wagoneer have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for the 1987 Jeep wagoneer. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 1987 Jeep wagoneer?

Across all 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are tires, steering, engine and engine cooling.

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.