MYRModel Year Report

1988 Chevrolet S10 Pickup

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1988 Chevrolet S10 Pickup
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:21:39.355Z

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 S10 Pickup Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1988 highlighted. 1985: 0 complaints 1985 1986: 2 complaints 1987: 1 complaints 1987 1988: 3 complaints 1988 1989: 0 complaints 1989 1990: 0 complaints 1991: 6 complaints 1991 1992: 1 complaints 1993: 3 complaints 1993 1994: 3 complaints 1995: 7 complaints 1995 1996: 5 complaints 1996
1988: 3 complaints
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YearComplaints
19850
19862
19871
19883
19890
19900
19916
19921
19933
19943
19957
19965

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

STRUCTURE

1 of 3 total reports mentions: structure.

DEATH
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I AM A DETECTIVE WITH THE COUNCIL BLUFFS IOWA POLICE DEPARTMENT. THERE WAS A FATAL INCIDENT THAT OCCURRED IN WHICH THE ADULT MALE VICTIM HAD THE ENGINE RUNNING AND IN PARK.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120911

STEERING

1 of 3 total reports mentions: steering.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

DEATH
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I AM A DETECTIVE WITH THE COUNCIL BLUFFS IOWA POLICE DEPARTMENT. THERE WAS A FATAL INCIDENT THAT OCCURRED IN WHICH THE ADULT MALE VICTIM HAD THE ENGINE RUNNING AND IN PARK.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120911

ENGINE

1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine.

DEATH
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1988 CHEVROLET S10. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WITH THE ENGINE IN OPERATION.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120907

SAFETY TIMELINE

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 S10 Pickup — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1988 Chevrolet S10 Pickup 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 S10 Pickup?

The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1988 Chevrolet S10 Pickup have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

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