MYRModel Year Report

1988 Buick Electra

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1988 Buick Electra
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:57:40.413Z

Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Buick Electra Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1988 highlighted. 1981: 0 complaints 1981 1982: 0 complaints 1983: 2 complaints 1983 1984: 2 complaints 1985: 1 complaints 1985 1986: 12 complaints 1987: 4 complaints 1987 1988: 5 complaints 1988 1989: 2 complaints 1989 1990: 5 complaints 1991: 2 complaints 1991
1988: 5 complaints
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YearComplaints
19810
19820
19832
19842
19851
198612
19874
19885
19892
19905
19912

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 5 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STEERING

2 of 5 total reports mention: steering.

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WHEN IT IS COLD AND TRYING TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE THE STEERING WHEEL WILL NOT TURN UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS WARM. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19960304

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 5 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

CRASH INJURY
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CONSUMER WHILE PARKED WITH CAR RUNNING. PUT FOOT ON BRAKE AND STARTED TO PUT CAR IN DRIVE, WHEN WHEELS STARTED SPINNING, ENGINE WAS REVVING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20000922

TIRES

1 of 5 total reports mentions: tires.

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TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1988 BUICK ELECTRA PARK AVENUE. THE VEHICLE HAS FIRESTONE FR480 TIRES, SIZE P205/75/R14. WITHIN A 2-3 WEEK TIME PERIOD, THREE OF THE FOUR TIRES FORMED BUBBLES AND THEN BLEW OUT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20090527

STEERING

1 of 5 total reports mentions: steering.

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DURING MORNING START UP YOU CAN NOT MANIPULATE THE STEERING. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950306

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19880422 — EA (closed 19891023)

SUDDEN ACCELERATION

I 19890310 — PE (closed 19890517)

ANTI LOCK BRAKES

R 20061018 — fuel system, gasoline

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 MANUFACTURE

Remedy: 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).

Campaign 06E043000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1988 Buick Electra — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1988 Buick Electra reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1988 Buick Electra?

The most-reported component is steering:rack and pinion, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1988 Buick Electra have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.