MYRModel Year Report

1988 Dodge Daytona

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1988 Dodge Daytona
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:50:24.539Z

Only 11 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 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
11

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1988

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1984: 2 complaints 1984 1985: 4 complaints 1986: 4 complaints 1986 1987: 8 complaints 1988: 11 complaints 1988 11 1989: 35 complaints 1990: 26 complaints 1990 1991: 13 complaints 1992: 17 complaints 1992 1993: 15 complaints 1994: 0 complaints 1994
1984: 2 complaints 1984 1985: 4 complaints 1985 1986: 4 complaints 1986 1987: 8 complaints 1987 1988: 11 complaints 1988 11 1989: 35 complaints 1989 1990: 26 complaints 1990 1991: 13 complaints 1991 1992: 17 complaints 1992 1993: 15 complaints 1993 1994: 0 complaints 1994
1984: 2 complaints 1984 1985: 4 complaints 1985 1986: 4 complaints 1986 1987: 8 complaints 1987 1988: 11 complaints 1988 11 1989: 35 complaints 1989 1990: 26 complaints 1990 1991: 13 complaints 1991 1992: 17 complaints 1992 1993: 15 complaints 1993 1994: 0 complaints 1994

1988: 11 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19842
19854
19864
19878
198811
198935
199026
199113
199217
199315
19940

Known problem areas

Only 11 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Engine and engine cooling

4 of 11 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline and manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

While vehicle was parked the engine caught on fire. The vehicle was a total loss.

NHTSA ODI report, 1997-05-06

Steering

3 of 11 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing rack and pinion and steering wheel/handle bar.

Seat belts

3 of 11 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing retractor and anchorage.

Power train

3 of 11 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing manual transmission and constant velocity joint.

Electrical system

2 of 11 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing front underhood.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

While driving temperature gauge went up, smoke coming from underhood, pulled aside, opened hood, engulfed with flames, damage mostly in area of battery, according to fire dept. Caused by electrical short, vehicle totaled.

NHTSA ODI report, 1997-08-11

Safety timeline

1 recall · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    1988-09-22Preliminary evaluationClosed 1989-01-06 Trunk fire
  2. I
    1988-11-29Preliminary evaluationClosed 1989-02-21 Horn failure
  3. R
    2008-05-22Suspension08E033000 Federal mogul is recalling 6,903 aftermarket ball joint assemblies shipped between November 9, 2007 and March 26, 2008, which may have been packaged with incorrect nuts. The part numbers packaged…

    Remedy: Federal mogul will notify owners and replace the parts free of charge. The recall began on May 22, 2008. Owners can contact federal mogul at 877-489-6659.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1988 Dodge Daytona — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Steering: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Seat belts: 3 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 08E033000 · Suspension
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1988 Dodge Daytona 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 Daytona?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1988 Dodge Daytona have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.