1988 Dodge Dodge Truck
Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 1 |
| 1981 | 1 |
| 1984 | 1 |
| 1985 | 0 |
| 1986 | 3 |
| 1987 | 4 |
| 1988 | 4 |
| 1989 | 2 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1992 | 14 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 19 |
| 1995 | 16 |
| 1996 | 35 |
| 1997 | 18 |
| 1998 | 28 |
| 1999 | 51 |
| 2000 | 20 |
| 2001 | 39 |
| 2002 | 22 |
| 2003 | 15 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 4 total reports mentions: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.
1 of 4 total reports mentions: steering, most commonly citing rack and pinion.
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RECALL REPAIR WORK DENIED DUE TO LACK OF PARTS, RACK AND PINION STEERING.
NHTSA ODI report, 19981014
1 of 4 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASH1 of 4 total reports mentions: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly.
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SEAT BELT LATCH INOPERATIVE. *SD
NHTSA ODI report, 19960601
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1988 Dodge Dodge Truck — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (1 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 1988 Dodge Dodge Truck 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 Dodge Truck?
The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1988 Dodge Dodge Truck have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.