VehicleVerdict

Dodge Shelby years to avoid

Across 1983–1987, no single Shelby year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1987 drew the most complaints; 1987 the fewest.

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Total complaints

4

Recall campaigns

1983–1987

Years covered

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Years to avoid

Complaints by model year

Dodge Shelby NHTSA complaints by model year1 complaints1983: 0 complaints1985: 0 complaints1986: 0 complaints1987: 0 complaints
Dodge Shelby NHTSA complaints by model year. Red bars are years to avoid.

Every Shelby year

YearComplaintsRecalls
198702
198601
198502
198301

Common questions

What is the best year for the Dodge Shelby?

By complaint volume, 1987 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Shelby years with enough data to compare.

How many recalls does the Dodge Shelby have?

Across all model years, the Shelby has 4 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 0 consumer complaints on file.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.