MYRModel Year Report

1988 Dodge B350

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1988 Dodge B350
RENDERED 2026-08-02T14:08:04.866Z

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.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Dodge B350 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1988 highlighted. 1982: 0 complaints 1982 1983: 0 complaints 1984: 0 complaints 1984 1985: 0 complaints 1986: 0 complaints 1986 1987: 0 complaints 1988: 3 complaints 1988 1989: 3 complaints 1991: 2 complaints 1991 1992: 4 complaints 1993: 3 complaints 1993 1994: 2 complaints 1998: 4 complaints 1998 1999: 14 complaints 2000: 2 complaints 2000
1988: 3 complaints
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YearComplaints
19820
19830
19840
19850
19860
19870
19883
19893
19912
19924
19933
19942
19984
199914
20002

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

STEERING

1 of 3 total reports mentions: steering.

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TILT MECHANISM IS LOOSE CAUSING THE CAR TO BE REJECTED FOR INSPECTION. PLEASE EXPLAIN. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950612

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

1 of 3 total reports mentions: latches/locks/linkages.

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SIDE SLIDING DOOR JAMMED, CAN'T BE OPENED INSIDE OR OUT, LATCH MECHANISMS INOPERATIVE. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950223

EQUIPMENT

1 of 3 total reports mentions: equipment.

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LEVER FOR THE AIR CONDITIONING UNIT THAT GOES UP AND DOWN MAKES THE FAN BLOW OUT HOT AIR. CONSUMER CAN SMELL SMOKE AND SMOKE THAT COMES FROM A/C UNIT AND THE VENTS.

NHTSA ODI report, 19991021

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19880218 — power train

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MAY CONTAIN A PARK SPRAG ROD ASSEMBLY THAT MAY STICK IN THE TOOTH BUTT UNENGAGED POSITION.

Remedy: ALL INVOLVED VEHICLES WILL HAVE THE PARK SPRAG ROD ASSEMBLIES REPLACED.

Campaign 87V194000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19880707 — electrical system

THE BATTERY MAY INTERFERE WITH THE HOOD INNER PANEL AT THE FRONT THREE CELL VENT CAP OF THE BATTERY.

Remedy: REPLACE THREE CELL CAP WITH INDIVIDUAL BATTERY CELL CAPS.

Campaign 88V073000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1988 Dodge B350 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for latches/locks/linkages issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for equipment issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 87V194000 (power train) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 88V073000 (electrical system) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1988 Dodge B350 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 Dodge B350?

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

How many recalls does the 1988 Dodge B350 have?

2 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.