1987 Pontiac Sunbird WagonPontiac Sunbird Wagon 1987

Vehicle Details: Recalls, Fuel Economy, Emissions, Crash Tests, Investigations, Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins

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Below you will find all available information on the 1987 Pontiac Sunbird Wagon, manufacturered by General Motors Llc.
The vehicle is described as a Front-Wheel Drive Compact Cars Convertible(excludes sun-roof,t-bar).

ManufacturerKnown WMI(s)Fuel Type
Pontiac4G2 JG2 JG7 KL2 Premium
City MPGHighway MPGCO2 emissions
18 - 23 MPG25 - 33 MPG341.80 - 423.19 g/mile
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Frequently Asked Questions
  • What is the MPG of a 1987 Pontiac Sunbird Wagon?
     - The 1987 Pontiac Sunbird Wagon has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 18 - 23 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 25 - 33 MPG.
  • What is the fuse box diagram for the 1987 Pontiac Sunbird Wagon?
     - Fuse box diagrams for the 1987 Pontiac Sunbird Wagon can be found here
  • What is the annual fuel cost for the 1987 Pontiac Sunbird Wagon?
     - EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 1987 Pontiac Sunbird Wagon is $3150.
  • Where is the 1987 Pontiac Sunbird Wagon produced?
     - The 1987 Pontiac Sunbird Wagon is produced in Warren Michigan, United States (usa).
  • Are there recalls for the 1987 Pontiac Sunbird Wagon?
     - There are 3 recall(s) for the 1987 Pontiac Sunbird Wagon, additional information is below.
  • How much does the 1987 Pontiac Sunbird Wagon weigh?
     - The 1987 Pontiac Sunbird Wagon is listed to weigh 1343 lbs.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
  • Recall 59720 [USA]: 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.

  • Recall 29714 [USA]: This could result in an underhood fire, without priorwarning, and cause injury to occupants.

  • Recall 1987126 [Canada]: Fuel supply

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NHTSA Submitted Mechanical & Emissions Details
  • Automatic 3-spd Front-Wheel Drive Sunbird

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.0
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS,TRBO)
    TransmissionAutomatic 3-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-6000
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 114.1671
    City mpg for fuel type 1,18
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,21
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.0
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index4201
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS,TRBO)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)3150
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Premium
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Premium Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,25
    Hatchback luggage volume (cubic feet)15
    Hatchback passenger volume (cubic feet)84
    Vehicle record id3296
    2 door luggage volume (cubic feet)13
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)13
    Model name (carline)Sunbird
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    2-door passenger volume (cubic feet)85
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)91
    TransmissionAutomatic 3-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 123.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 135.0
    EPA vehicle size classCompact Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-6000
    If t, this vehicle is turbochargedT
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
  • Manual 4-spd Front-Wheel Drive Sunbird

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.0
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    TransmissionManual 4-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-1000
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsSIL
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 111.9004
    City mpg for fuel type 1,22
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,25
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.0
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index4121
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2150
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,30
    Hatchback luggage volume (cubic feet)15
    Hatchback passenger volume (cubic feet)84
    Vehicle record id3297
    2 door luggage volume (cubic feet)13
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)13
    Model name (carline)Sunbird
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    2-door passenger volume (cubic feet)85
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)91
    TransmissionManual 4-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 128.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 142.3077
    EPA vehicle size classCompact Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-1000
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsSIL
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
  • Manual 5-spd Front-Wheel Drive Sunbird

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.0
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS,TRBO)
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-5250
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 113.5232
    City mpg for fuel type 1,18
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,22
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.0
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index4201
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS,TRBO)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)3000
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Premium
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Premium Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,29
    Hatchback luggage volume (cubic feet)15
    Hatchback passenger volume (cubic feet)84
    Vehicle record id3298
    2 door luggage volume (cubic feet)13
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)13
    Model name (carline)Sunbird
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    2-door passenger volume (cubic feet)85
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)91
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 123.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 140.0
    EPA vehicle size classCompact Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-5250
    If t, this vehicle is turbochargedT
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
  • Automatic 3-spd Front-Wheel Drive Sunbird

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.0
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(122) (FFS)
    TransmissionAutomatic 3-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-1000
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 111.9004
    City mpg for fuel type 1,22
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,25
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.0
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index4203
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(122) (FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2150
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,29
    Hatchback luggage volume (cubic feet)15
    Hatchback passenger volume (cubic feet)84
    Vehicle record id3299
    2 door luggage volume (cubic feet)13
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)13
    Model name (carline)Sunbird
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    2-door passenger volume (cubic feet)85
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)91
    TransmissionAutomatic 3-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 128.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 140.0
    EPA vehicle size classCompact Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-1000
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
  • Manual 5-spd Front-Wheel Drive Sunbird

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.0
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(122) (FFS)
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-750
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsSIL
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 111.4427
    City mpg for fuel type 1,23
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,26
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.0
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index4202
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(122) (FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2100
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,33
    Hatchback luggage volume (cubic feet)15
    Hatchback passenger volume (cubic feet)84
    Vehicle record id3300
    2 door luggage volume (cubic feet)13
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)13
    Model name (carline)Sunbird
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    2-door passenger volume (cubic feet)85
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)91
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 129.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 146.0
    EPA vehicle size classCompact Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-750
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsSIL
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
  • Manual 4-spd Front-Wheel Drive Sunbird Wagon

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.0
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    TransmissionManual 4-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-1000
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsSIL
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 111.9004
    City mpg for fuel type 1,22
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,25
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.0
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index4121
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2150
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,30
    Vehicle record id3521
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)34
    Model name (carline)Sunbird Wagon
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)91
    TransmissionManual 4-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 128.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 142.0
    EPA vehicle size classSmall Station Wagons
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-1000
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsSIL
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
  • Automatic 3-spd Front-Wheel Drive Sunbird Wagon

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.0
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(122) (FFS)
    TransmissionAutomatic 3-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-1000
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 111.9004
    City mpg for fuel type 1,22
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,25
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.0
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index4203
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(122) (FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2150
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,29
    Vehicle record id3522
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)34
    Model name (carline)Sunbird Wagon
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)91
    TransmissionAutomatic 3-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 128.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 140.0
    EPA vehicle size classSmall Station Wagons
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-1000
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
  • Manual 5-spd Front-Wheel Drive Sunbird Wagon

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.0
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(122) (FFS)
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-750
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsSIL
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 111.4427
    City mpg for fuel type 1,23
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,26
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.0
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index4202
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(122) (FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2100
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,33
    Vehicle record id3523
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)34
    Model name (carline)Sunbird Wagon
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)91
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 129.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 146.0
    EPA vehicle size classSmall Station Wagons
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-750
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsSIL
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
Bulletins

Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

  • 000524001 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS: Information regarding snow intrusion into rear drum brake assemblies. **mr
Known Recall Investigations
  • Sticking throttle investigation # EA92024

    There is no summary currently available

  • Brake performance investigation # EA90041

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  • Brake ineffectiveness investigation # EA89010

    There is no summary currently available

  • Poor braking investigation # PE88085

    There is no summary currently available

  • Separated strng knuckle investigation # PE87031

    Summary of information from manufacturer: general motors has submited one field report pertaining to a customer owned vehicle with problem.Analysis: inspection by odi engineer revealed a missing nut and cotter pin which holdsthe tie rod end to the steering knuckle. The hex nut apparently had never been installed. Owner had driven vehicle one day (less than 50 miles) since taking delivery. G.M.S one field report stated that the tie rod came apart during test drive and the tie rod nut was also missing. It would appear these are two isolated incidents.Proposed action: close thispreliminary evaluation.===

Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
CrashFireTowedInjuredDeathsFailure
Date
NoFireN NoneNone19981210

Consumer didn't entry summary.

NoNoN NoneNone19961226

Air conditioner replaced.

NoFireN NoneNone19960826

Engine fire.

NoFireN NoneNone19960528

Engine locked up, causing fire.

NoNoN NoneNone19951129

Wrong alternator installed in vehicle at factory, causing alternator to overheat. *dsh

NoNoN NoneNone

Have the air conditioner repair about three times and still doesn't work . Tt

Latest VINs Decoded for this Manufacturer
VIN Year Model Manufactured In
1G2JD31K0H75620931987SunbirdLORDSTOWN OHIO, UNITED STATES (USA)

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