- The problem
- Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (To see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). The connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. As a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.
- The risk
- This condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
- The fix
- Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began on october 18, 2006. Owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).
Vehicle safety record
1987 Buick Skyhawk Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 1987 Buick Skyhawk with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system (2) and the brakes (1). Those complaints describe 1 fire. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in May 2006 for the fuel system, gasoline. For comparison, the 1986 has 0 and the 1988 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
FFar more problems than a typical Skyhawk year, for its age
#122 most complained-about 1987 vehicle
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1987 Buick Skyhawk problems
Share of all 3 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1987 Buick Skyhawk recalls 3
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- The fuel feed and/or return hose/pipe assemblies could crack or separate, allowing fuel to leak into the underhood area.
- The risk
- This could result in an underhood fire, without priorwarning, and cause injury to occupants.
- The fix
- Replace both fuel feed and return hose/pipe assemblies.
- The problem
- Parking brake lever mechanisms may not properly engage when applied as required by fmvss 105. Consequence of defect: vehicle could unexpectedly roll away uncontrolled, which could result in a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- REPLACE PARKING BRAKE LEVER ASSEMBLY.
What owners say
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3 complaints about the 1987 Buick Skyhawk
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
While traveling abs indicator light would flash when making a turn, vehicle would stall when depressing brakes. Please provide further information.*Ak
Driver's side rear tire locks up whether in reverse or in drive. *Ak
Possible electrical fire started under the hood. *Ak
Buick Skyhawk: every year compared
All Skyhawk years1987 Buick Skyhawk vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 Buick Skyhawk | 3 | 3 | F | |
| 1987 Buick Lesabre | 44 | 5 | D | Compare |
| 1987 Buick Century | 31 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 1987 Buick Regal | 25 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 1987 Buick Park Avenue | 14 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 1987 Buick Riviera | 5 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1987 Buick Electra | 4 | 3 | F | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1987 Buick Skyhawk
Does the 1987 Buick Skyhawk have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 1987 Buick Skyhawk: fuel system, gasoline (May 2006); filler pipe and cap (December 1987); mechanical (September 1986). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1987 Buick Skyhawk?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the electrical system (2), brakes (1), wheels & tires (1).
How many complaints has the 1987 Buick Skyhawk had?
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on May 13, 1996 and the latest on December 6, 2000. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 1 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1987 Buick Skyhawk a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 22 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Buick Skyhawk year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Buick Skyhawk years have the most complaints?
1987 (3), 1989 (3), 1992 (2). See every Buick Skyhawk year compared.
What should I do if my 1987 Buick Skyhawk has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data