1988 Dodge Dynasty

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1988 Dodge Dynasty
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:07:51.457Z

Only 14 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 14 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 Dynasty Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1988 highlighted. 1988: 14 complaints 1988 1989: 55 complaints 1990: 55 complaints 1990 1991: 108 complaints 1992: 144 complaints 1992 1993: 83 complaints 1994: 1 complaints 1994 1995: 1 complaints 1997: 1 complaints 1997
1988: 14 complaints
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YearComplaints
198814
198955
199055
1991108
1992144
199383
19941
19951
19971

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 14 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

4 of 14 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

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ABS BRAKES; WHEN APPLYING BRAKES EXCESSIVE EFFORT IS NECESSARY TO TRY TO STOP. SYSTEM REPLACED SEVERAL TIMES. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950104

VISIBILITY

1 of 14 total reports mentions: visibility.

VISIBILITY

1 of 14 total reports mentions: visibility.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 14 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

TIRES

1 of 14 total reports mentions: tires.

CRASH
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1988 DODGE DYNASTY, UNIT 1 WAS EASTBOUND WHEN THE DRIVER LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. UNIT 1 WENT OFF THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE ROADWAY STRIKING THE GUARDRAIL. *BF ACCORDING TO THE POLICE REPORT, THE TIRES WERE WORN.

NHTSA ODI report, 20110206

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1988 Dodge Dynasty — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).

FAQ

Is the 1988 Dodge Dynasty 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 Dynasty?

The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1988 Dodge Dynasty have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

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