MYRModel Year Report

1988 Dodge RAM 50

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1988 Dodge RAM 50
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:36:15.541Z

Only 9 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 9 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 RAM 50 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1988 highlighted. 1985: 1 complaints 1985 1986: 1 complaints 1986 1987: 9 complaints 1987 1988: 9 complaints 1988 1989: 5 complaints 1989 1990: 4 complaints 1990 1991: 2 complaints 1991
1988: 9 complaints
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YearComplaints
19800
19810
19820
19830
19840
19851
19861
19879
19889
19895
19904
19912

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 9 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SEAT BELTS

7 of 9 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly and webbing.

CRASH INJURY
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CONSUMER WAS IN A 4 CAR PILE-UP CRASH, HER VEHICLE WAS THE FOURTH CAR. WAS DRIVING APPROX. 20-32 MPH. WEARING SEAT BELT WHEN THE THE CRASH OCCURRED.

NHTSA ODI report, 19970904

BOTH FRONT SEAT BELTS WOULDN'T LOCK LIKE SOMETHING THAT IS JAMMED INSIDE. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950228

MODEL #524 SEATBELT BUCKLE JAMS AND IS DIFFICULT TO RELEASE.

NHTSA ODI report, 19950222

TIRES

1 of 9 total reports mentions: tires.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 9 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing mounting.

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REAR GAS TANK BRACKET FAILED (RUSTED TRHOUGH) ALLOWING TANK TO SWING DOWN AND SKID ALONG PAVEMENT. ACCIDENT AVOIDED DUE TO LOW SPEED AND RAPID STOP. *TT

NHTSA ODI report, 20020912

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 9 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19951213 — seat belts

THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE

Remedy: OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES AND CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. THEY SHOULD ENSURE THAT BOTH BUCKLES A

Campaign 95V103003 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1988 Dodge RAM 50 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 95V103003 (seat belts) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1988 Dodge RAM 50 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 RAM 50?

The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 78% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1988 Dodge RAM 50 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.