When stepping on the clutch cylinder breaks off the firewall. The way the cylinder is mounted is bad engineering and it breaks after constant use of clutch. Consumer states that once in a while at an intersection pushed on clutch and put vehicle in gear, and it got stuck. Took vehicle to mechanic. Mechanic also said it was poor engineering design. *Ak
Vehicle safety record
1987 Dodge B150 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1987 Dodge B150 with NHTSA, most often about the transmission & drivetrain (2). There are no recalls for it. For comparison, the 1988 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical B150 year, for its age
#138 most complained-about 1987 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1987 Dodge B150 problems
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No recalls for the 1987 Dodge B150
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1987 Dodge B150. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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2 complaints about the 1987 Dodge B150
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Hydraulic clutch cylinder has been replaced 3 times on this vehicle. I believe this is a serious safety problem. Depressing the clutch pedal forces the hydraulic clutch master cylinder to detach from the "firewall" mounting and you are unable to shift gears. The master cylinder housing is constructed of plastic with a quarter-turn (by hand!) Locking thread. Over time, the plastic threads fatigue and break loose from the firewall. This is very poor engineering and absolutely needs to be addressed.
Dodge B150: every year compared
All B150 years1987 Dodge B150 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 Dodge B150 | 2 | 0 | B | |
| 1987 Dodge Caravan | 72 | 3 | B | Compare |
| 1987 Dodge Colt | 28 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 1987 Dodge Aries | 9 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 1987 Dodge 600 | 6 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1987 Dodge B250 | 5 | 0 | C | 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 B150
Does the 1987 Dodge B150 have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1987 Dodge B150 right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 1987 Dodge B150?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the transmission & drivetrain (2).
How many complaints has the 1987 Dodge B150 had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on April 17, 2000 and the latest on April 17, 2000. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1987 Dodge B150 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 74 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Dodge B150 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 B150 years have the most complaints?
1999 (8), 1995 (4), 1994 (3). See every Dodge B150 year compared.
What should I do if my 1987 Dodge B150 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