MYRModel Year Report

1988 Chevrolet Celebrity

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1988 Chevrolet Celebrity
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:57:37.400Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
39
Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 1988

Investigations
5

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Steering

38% of complaints

Complaints per year

1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 2 complaints 1984: 8 complaints 1984 1985: 15 complaints 1986: 37 complaints 1986 1987: 46 complaints 1988: 39 complaints 1988 39 1989: 42 complaints 1990: 7 complaints 1990 1991: 1 complaint 1992: 1 complaint 1992
1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 2 complaints 1983 1984: 8 complaints 1984 1985: 15 complaints 1985 1986: 37 complaints 1986 1987: 46 complaints 1987 1988: 39 complaints 1988 39 1989: 42 complaints 1989 1990: 7 complaints 1990 1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 1 complaint 1992
1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 2 complaints 1983 1984: 8 complaints 1984 1985: 15 complaints 1985 1986: 37 complaints 1986 1987: 46 complaints 1987 1988: 39 complaints 1988 39 1989: 42 complaints 1989 1990: 7 complaints 1990 1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 1 complaint 1992

1988: 39 complaints

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YearComplaints
19800
19810
19821
19832
19848
198515
198637
198746
198839
198942
19907
19911
19921

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Steering

38% · 15 reports

Most commonly citing rack and pinion and steering wheel/handle bar.

Engine and engine cooling

26% · 10 reports

Most commonly citing engine and gasoline.

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While approaching an intersection the engine stoped, when started again the car jumped forward, causing an accident.

NHTSA ODI report, 1997-06-27

Electrical system

23% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing interior/under dash and module.

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Wiring harness to the ignition was improperly installed, causing crankshaft/ignition module to fail.

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-01-05

Seat belts

15% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing buckle assembly and anchorage.

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1988 cheverolet Celebrity. Manufacrurer does not stock or sell replacement seat belts or parts. The part is a plastic clip that goes over the seat belt buckle. Probably a $1.00 part.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-02-10

Service brakes

10% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 5 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1988-04-20Suspension88V048000 Front suspension lower control arm bracket could develop metal cracks.

    Remedy: Inspect all vehicles and replace engine cradle assembly on all suspect vehicles.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. R
    1988-12-15Fuel system, gasoline88V164000 Fuel feed hose could leak at the coupling on the engine end of the hose assembly.

    Remedy: Install new fuel feed hose assembly.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    1989-01-17Engineering analysisClosed 1990-05-08 Brake ineffectiveness
  4. I
    1989-01-19Preliminary evaluationClosed 1989-05-24 Stop lamps
  5. I
    1989-06-27Defect petitionClosed 1989-10-12 Steering failure
  6. I
    1991-10-25Preliminary evaluationClosed 1992-01-22 Steering wheel separation
  7. I
    1994-06-21Preliminary evaluationClosed 1994-12-30 Sub-frame absorber failure
  8. R
    2006-10-18Fuel system, gasoline06E043000 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…

    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).

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1988 Chevrolet Celebrity — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Steering: 15 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 10 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 9 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 88V048000 · Suspension
  • Recall 88V164000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1988 Chevrolet Celebrity 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 Celebrity?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1988 Chevrolet Celebrity have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.