MYRModel Year Report

1988 Chevrolet K10

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1988 Chevrolet K10
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:56:24.015Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
0

Too few to rank

Recalls
7

Campaigns on file for 1988

Investigations
3

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1981: 1 complaint 1981 1982: 0 complaints 1983: 0 complaints 1984: 0 complaints 1984 1985: 2 complaints 1986: 5 complaints 1987: 2 complaints 1988: 0 complaints 1988 0 1989: 1 complaint 1990: 2 complaints 1991: 2 complaints 1992: 4 complaints 1993: 4 complaints 1993 1994: 8 complaints 1995: 18 complaints 1996: 8 complaints 1996 1997: 4 complaints 1998: 4 complaints 1999: 4 complaints 1999 2000: 0 complaints
1981: 1 complaint 1981 1982: 0 complaints 1983: 0 complaints 1983 1984: 0 complaints 1985: 2 complaints 1985 1986: 5 complaints 1987: 2 complaints 1988: 0 complaints 1988 0 1989: 1 complaint 1990: 2 complaints 1991: 2 complaints 1991 1992: 4 complaints 1993: 4 complaints 1993 1994: 8 complaints 1995: 18 complaints 1995 1996: 8 complaints 1997: 4 complaints 1997 1998: 4 complaints 1999: 4 complaints 1999 2000: 0 complaints
1981: 1 complaint 1981 1982: 0 complaints 1982 1983: 0 complaints 1983 1984: 0 complaints 1984 1985: 2 complaints 1985 1986: 5 complaints 1986 1987: 2 complaints 1987 1988: 0 complaints 1988 0 1989: 1 complaint 1989 1990: 2 complaints 1990 1991: 2 complaints 1991 1992: 4 complaints 1992 1993: 4 complaints 1993 1994: 8 complaints 1994 1995: 18 complaints 1995 1996: 8 complaints 1996 1997: 4 complaints 1997 1998: 4 complaints 1998 1999: 4 complaints 1999 2000: 0 complaints 2000

1988: 0 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19800
19811
19820
19830
19840
19852
19865
19872
19880
19891
19902
19912
19924
19934
19948
199518
19968
19974
19984
19994
20000

Known problem areas

No complaint components on file for this model year.

Safety timeline

7 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1987-08-31Vehicle speed control87V125000 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.

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  2. R
    1987-08-31Suspension87V128000 Incorrect front shock absorber upper and lower nuts could loosen.

    Remedy: Replace free spinning nuts with torque nuts.

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  3. R
    1987-08-31Steering87V126000 One or both of outer tie rod nuts may be loose and not crimped.

    Remedy: Replace tie rod and knuckle and set toe-in.

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  4. R
    1987-08-31Latches/locks/linkages87V127000 Trucks may have cracked or broken door striker nuts, which do not conform to FMVSS 206.

    Remedy: Replace existing door striker nuts.

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  5. I
    1988-01-19Preliminary evaluationClosed 1988-03-31 Rear brk lights stay on
  6. I
    1989-02-23Engineering analysisClosed 1990-01-09 Brake backing plates
  7. R
    1989-08-15Equipment89V107000 Tire size data on certification label is incorrect.

    Remedy: Affix new certification label with correct information.

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  8. I
    1992-12-08Engineering analysisClosed 1995-03-09 Fuel system integrity
  9. R
    1993-03-13Power train93V016000 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.

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    1993-11-08Service brakes, hydraulic93V119000 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…

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Buy-smart checklist

1988 Chevrolet K10 — pre-purchase inspection

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 87V125000 · Vehicle speed control
  • Recall 87V128000 · Suspension
  • Recall 87V126000 · Steering
  • Recall 87V127000 · Latches/locks/linkages
  • Recall 89V107000 · Equipment
  • Recall 93V016000 · Power train
  • Recall 93V119000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
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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 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.