- The problem
- Federal mogul is recalling 6,903 aftermarket ball joint assemblies shipped between november 9, 2007 and march 26, 2008, which may have been packaged with incorrect nuts. The part numbers packaged with incorrect nuts are: k7147, k7329, k8683, and 104353. These parts were made for use on the various vehicles listed above.
- The risk
- The nuts included in the packaging for these ball joint assemblies are missing the intended prevailing torque (self-locking) feature. If the incorrect nut was to become loose, the joining members may loosen leading to a separation of the ball joint. This may result in loss of vehicle control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Federal mogul will notify owners and replace the parts free of charge. The recall began on may 22, 2008. Owners can contact federal mogul at 877-489-6659.
Vehicle safety record
1987 Dodge Aries Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 9 complaints about the 1987 Dodge Aries with NHTSA, most often about the brakes (2) and the engine & cooling (2). Those complaints describe 1 crash and 1 fire. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in April 2008 for the suspension. For comparison, the 1986 has 3 and the 1988 has 11.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Aries year, for its age
#69 most complained-about 1987 vehicle
- Complaints
- 9
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1987 Dodge Aries problems
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1987 Dodge Aries recalls 1
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
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9 complaints about the 1987 Dodge Aries
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
While driving check engine light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. Consumer noticed that fumes were coming from underneath the vehicle. Consumer was able to pull over, and extinguish the fire. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the fuel rail needed to be replaced.
While traveling at low speeds transmission went into neutral without warning. This nearly caused a crash. Also, the 4 bolts that held transmission in place fell out while driving. *Ak
Two of the front lower motor mounts were missing, and the other two were loose, causing the engine to vibrate. *Ak
Mom handed the car over to me with 58,000 miles and said she always had a difficult time getting the car out of park especiallly on an incline. I began having problems as well and had the cable replaced in the spring of last year. The mechanic said this has been an on-going problem with dodges and suggested I apply the emergency brake before I put it into park. At $160. I thought the problem solved until it started again, this time stranding me in a parking lot several miles from home. The repair this time...
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was done after the car was towed to a mechanic. Upon receipt, the mechanic told me there is no guarantee on this as it has been a problem with dodge for years. The "repair " lasted one day. I am presently using the car and at my destination I apply the emergency brake, put the car in neutral, and turn off the engine. The keys remain in the column. I have to keep another set of keys on me to let myself into the car. Not good. My mom purchased a 1999 dodge stratus and guess what? She has received several letters about this same problems in the new dodges. I would think they could get it right after 12 years. In the meantime, I wanted to give my daughter the car, but don't feel very confident or safe in passing the problem on the her.
If outside temperatures are below 20 degrees the vehicle is hard to start and is prone to engine flooding. Once it is started, there is an engine "miss" that improves as engine warms up. Additionally, there is a problem with the speed control. When signaling a lane change, with speed control on, the engine speed up. It will increase speed by five to eight mph. Are there any related recalls?
BRAKES FAILED, CAUSING ACCIDENT.
BRAKES FAILED SEVEN TIMES.
VEHICLE ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN, UNKNOWN CAUSE. TT
While making a right hand turn, 20 mph, right front wheel bent right out at 90 degrees; frame cradle cracked in half; pulled out tranmission, etc.
Dodge Aries: every year compared
All Aries years1987 Dodge Aries vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 Dodge Aries | 9 | 1 | C | |
| 1987 Dodge Caravan | 72 | 3 | B | Compare |
| 1987 Dodge Colt | 28 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 1987 Dodge 600 | 6 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1987 Dodge B250 | 5 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1987 Dodge B150 | 2 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 1987 Dodge Colt Vista | 1 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1987 Dodge D Series(light) | 1 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 1987 Dodge D150 | 1 | 2 | D | 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 Dodge Aries
Does the 1987 Dodge Aries have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1987 Dodge Aries: suspension (April 2008). 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 Dodge Aries?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the brakes (2), engine & cooling (2), acceleration & cruise control (2).
How many complaints has the 1987 Dodge Aries had?
9 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on September 1, 1995 and the latest on June 16, 2004. Of these, 1 describe a crash and 1 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1987 Dodge Aries a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 45 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Dodge Aries 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 Dodge Aries years have the most complaints?
1988 (11), 1989 (10), 1987 (9). See every Dodge Aries year compared.
What should I do if my 1987 Dodge Aries 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