MYRModel Year Report

1988 Dodge Daytona

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1988 Dodge Daytona
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:08:17.973Z

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Dodge Daytona Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1988 highlighted. 1984: 2 complaints 1984 1985: 4 complaints 1986: 4 complaints 1986 1987: 8 complaints 1988: 11 complaints 1988 1989: 34 complaints 1990: 26 complaints 1990 1991: 13 complaints 1992: 17 complaints 1992 1993: 15 complaints 1994: 0 complaints 1994
1988: 11 complaints
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YearComplaints
19842
19854
19864
19878
198811
198934
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.

STEERING

2 of 11 total reports mention: steering.

SEAT BELTS

2 of 11 total reports mention: seat belts.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 11 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

FIRE
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WHILE VEHICLE WAS PARKED THE ENGINE CAUGHT ON FIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS A TOTAL LOSS. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19970506

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 11 total reports mention: electrical system.

FIRE
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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. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19970811

VISIBILITY

1 of 11 total reports mentions: visibility.

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19880922 — PE (closed 19890106)

TRUNK FIRE

I 19881129 — PE (closed 19890221)

HORN FAILURE

R 20080522 — suspension

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 WIT

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.

Campaign 08E033000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1988 Dodge Daytona — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 08E033000 (suspension) has been completed.
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 steering:rack and pinion, accounting for 18% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1988 Dodge Daytona 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.