MYRModel Year Report

1988 Chevrolet Corsica

▲ Better than typical
1988 Chevrolet Corsica
RENDERED 2026-09-17T01:56:50.551Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet Corsica Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1988 highlighted. 1987: 2 complaints 1987 1988: 50 complaints 1988 1989: 66 complaints 1989 1990: 55 complaints 1991: 111 complaints 1991 1992: 129 complaints 1993: 101 complaints 1993 1994: 124 complaints 1995: 103 complaints 1995 1996: 110 complaints 1997: 1 complaints 1997
1988: 50 complaints
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YearComplaints
19872
198850
198966
199055
1991111
1992129
1993101
1994124
1995103
1996110
19971

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 26%

26% of complaints: electrical system — 13 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing interior/under dash and ignition.

FIRE
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EXPERIENCE STEERING COLUMN SMOKE, WHEN STARTING THE IGNITION SMALL AMOUNT OF SMOKE. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950320

COMPUTER/COIL PACK FAILED 5 TIMES. *SKD

NHTSA ODI report, 19940111

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 24%

24% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 12 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing engine and gasoline.

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES 22%

22% of complaints: latches/locks/linkages — 11 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing latch.

CRASH
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HOOD LATCH FAILED, CAUSING HOOD TO FLY INTO WINDSHIELD/LOSS OF VISIBILITY/CONTROL/ACCIDENT. *SKD

NHTSA ODI report, 19941128

SERVICE BRAKES 16%

16% of complaints: service brakes — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 12%

12% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.

CRASH

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19880426 — latches/locks/linkages

SECONDARY HOOD LATCH ASSEMBLY MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PROPERLY ADJUSTED RESULTING IN LATCH BECOMING BENT.

Remedy: INSPECT AND REPLACE SECONDARY HOOD LATCH ASSEMBLIES AS REQUIRED.

Campaign 88V039000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19880802 — PE (closed 19890105)

DOOR HINGE PIN FAILURE

I 19880913 — EA (closed 19900314)

REAR WHEEL SPINDLE

I 19890105 — EA (closed 19900314)

DOOR HINGE PINS

I 19890302 — PE (closed 19890821)

WINDSHIELD WIPER FAILURE

R 19891208 — structure

A DOOR HINGE (UPPER OR LOWER) MAY BREAK WHILE OPENING OR CLOSING THE DOOR MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO REPOSITION AND CLOSE PROPERLY.

Remedy: REPLACE DOOR HINGES ON BOTH DOORS.

Campaign 89V225000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19900419 — DP (closed 19900829)

INADEQUATE BRAKES

I 19900511 — EA (closed 19910828)

HOOD LATCH FAILURE

I 19900829 — EA (closed 19920330)

BRAKE PERFORMANCE

R 19911021 — structure

SECONDARY HOOD LATCH ASSEMBLY ON THESE VEHICLES MAY NOT BE PROPERLY ADJUSTED AND COULD BECOME BENT. THIS WILL LEAD TO A CONDITION WHERE FULL PRIMARY LATCH ENGAGEMENT IS NOT ATTAINED.

Remedy: REPLACE THE PRIMARY HOOD LATCH ASSEMBLY, THE SECONDARY HOOD LATCH ASSEMBLY, AND THE SUPPORT BRACKET.

Campaign 91V135000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19911218 — seat belts

THE FRONT SHOULDER BELT RETRACTORS MAY HAVE REDUCED SENSITIVITY OF THE LOCK-UP FEATURE AND WOULD NOT FUNCTION IN A SUDDEN DECELERATION OR CRASH.

Campaign 91V206000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19920117 — EA (closed 19920909)

HINGE PIN FAILURE

I 19920224 — PE (closed 19920626)

STICKING THROTTLE

I 19920422 — PE (closed 19920831)

PARK BRAKE HANDLE FAILURE

I 19920512 — PE (closed 19920928)

SEAT BREAKS FROM TRACK

I 19920626 — EA (closed 19940131)

STICKING THROTTLE

I 19920716 — EA (closed 19930708)

FR.SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILS

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 Chevrolet Corsica — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (13 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (12 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for latches/locks/linkages issues (11 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 88V039000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 89V225000 (structure) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 91V135000 (structure) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 91V206000 (seat belts) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 1990 ▲ 1989 ● 1993

WORST YEARS

◆ 1992 ● 1994 ● 1991

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FAQ

Is the 1988 Chevrolet Corsica reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1988 Chevrolet Corsica is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 1988 Chevrolet Corsica?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1988 Chevrolet Corsica have?

5 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.