1988 Chevrolet K10
Only 0 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 0 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 1 |
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1983 | 0 |
| 1984 | 0 |
| 1985 | 2 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 2 |
| 1988 | 0 |
| 1989 | 1 |
| 1990 | 2 |
| 1991 | 2 |
| 1992 | 4 |
| 1993 | 4 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 4 |
| 1998 | 4 |
| 1999 | 4 |
| 2000 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
No complaint components on file for this model year.
SAFETY TIMELINE
CRUISE CONTROL CABLE LOCK MECHANISM MAY SELF DISENGAGE CAUSING ERRATIC OPERATION OR THROTTLE NOT RETURNING TO IDLE.
Remedy: INSTALL A CLAMP AROUND THE LOCK TAB OF CRUISE CONTROL.
Campaign 87V125000 — check if this car was fixed
INCORRECT FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER UPPER AND LOWER NUTS COULD LOOSEN.
Remedy: REPLACE FREE SPINNING NUTS WITH TORQUE NUTS.
Campaign 87V128000 — check if this car was fixed
ONE OR BOTH OF OUTER TIE ROD NUTS MAY BE LOOSE AND NOT CRIMPED.
Remedy: REPLACE TIE ROD AND KNUCKLE AND SET TOE-IN.
Campaign 87V126000 — check if this car was fixed
TRUCKS MAY HAVE CRACKED OR BROKEN DOOR STRIKER NUTS, WHICH DO NOT CONFORM TO FMVSS 206.
Remedy: REPLACE EXISTING DOOR STRIKER NUTS.
Campaign 87V127000 — check if this car was fixed
REAR BRK LIGHTS STAY ON
BRAKE BACKING PLATES
TIRE SIZE DATA ON CERTIFICATION LABEL IS INCORRECT.
Remedy: AFFIX NEW CERTIFICATION LABEL WITH CORRECT INFORMATION.
Campaign 89V107000 — check if this car was fixed
FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY
UNANTICIPATED HEAT IN THE TRANSMISSION CAN FORCE THE TRANSMISSION FLUID OUT OF THE VENT TUBE.
Remedy: INSTALL A LONGER TRANSMISSION VENT HOSE ROUTED TO THE LEFT SIDE OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT OF THE VEHICLE.
Campaign 93V016000 — check if this car was fixed
SEVERE CORROSION DUE TO ROAD SALT AT THE JOINT OF THE STAMPED STEEL CENTER SECTION AND THE CAST OUTER SECTION CAN CAUSE THE SECTIONS TO SEPARATE.
Remedy: REPLACE THE FRONT BRAKE ROTORS WITH NEW ROTORS WITH A CORROSION PROTECTION COATING. HOWEVER, IF REPLACEMENT OF BRAKE LININGS ARE NECESSARY, IT WILL BE DONE AT OWNER'S EXPENSE SINCE BRAKE LININGS ARE N
Campaign 93V119000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1988 Chevrolet K10 — pre-purchase inspection
- Verify recall 87V125000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
- Verify recall 87V128000 (suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 87V126000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 87V127000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
- Verify recall 89V107000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 93V016000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 93V119000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1988 Chevrolet K10 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
How many recalls does the 1988 Chevrolet K10 have?
7 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.