MYRModel Year Report

1988 Chevrolet C25

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1988 Chevrolet C25
RENDERED 2026-08-02T14:05:23.119Z

Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet C25 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1988 highlighted. 1981: 0 complaints 1981 1982: 0 complaints 1983: 0 complaints 1983 1984: 0 complaints 1985: 0 complaints 1985 1986: 0 complaints 1988: 3 complaints 1988 1989: 3 complaints 1990: 1 complaints 1990 1991: 1 complaints 1992: 6 complaints 1992 1993: 6 complaints 1994: 9 complaints 1994 1995: 11 complaints 1996: 2 complaints 1996
1988: 3 complaints
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YearComplaints
19810
19820
19830
19840
19850
19860
19883
19893
19901
19911
19926
19936
19949
199511
19962

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

VISIBILITY

1 of 3 total reports mentions: visibility.

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WINDSHIELD WIPERS WILL NOT WORK AT ANY SPEED EXCEPT HIGH DURING WET WEATHER AND OCCASIONALLY WILL NOT WORK AT ALL. HOWEVER THEY WORK FINE IN DRY WEATHER. IT SHOWS THE SAME SYMPTONS AS 94-95 CHEVROLET ASTRO VAN. JUST RECIEVED RECALL ON THAT ONE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20031104

TIRES

1 of 3 total reports mentions: tires.

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SIX TIRES PURCHASED ON JUNE 17, 1998. THREE OF THESE TIRES HAVE EXPERIENCED TREAD SEPARATION WITH LESS THAN 15,000 MILES ON THE TIRE. FIRST INCIDENT: AUGUST 2, 2001, TREAD SEPARATED FROM TIRE LEAVING ITS DEBRIS ON I-10 BETWEEN PHOENIX AND TUCSON.

NHTSA ODI report, 20020702

SEATS

1 of 3 total reports mentions: seats.

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LOCKING TABS DO NOT HOLD THE SEAT LOCKED IN UPRIGHT POSITION. SEAT CAN FOLD FORWARD IF SEAT BELTS ARE USED OR NOT.

NHTSA ODI report, 19980505

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 19880119 — PE (closed 19880331)

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BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1988 Chevrolet C25 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seats issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1988 Chevrolet C25 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 Chevrolet C25?

The most-reported component is visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1988 Chevrolet C25 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

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