1988 Ford Motor Home
Only 2 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 2 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 |
|---|---|
| 1988 | 2 |
| 1991 | 1 |
| 1993 | 1 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 11 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 26 |
| 2000 | 26 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 6 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 2 total reports mentions: tires.
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WHILE DRIVING THE MOTORHOME, THE TREAD SEPARATED FROM ONE OF THE DUAL REAR TIRES. A FEW MONTHS LATER, THE TREAD SEPARATED FROM ANOTHER REAR TIRE, TIRES MADE BY FIRESTONE. *CJ
NHTSA ODI report, 20001219
1 of 2 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.
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WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING WHEN VEHICLE IS AT A STANDSTILL OR IS JUST BEING STARTED, WITHIN A 500FEET/50 MILE RADIUS ENGINE CUTS OFF AND CANNOT BE RESTARTED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20010628
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1988 Ford Motor Home — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 1988 Ford Motor Home 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 Ford Motor Home?
The most-reported component is tires:tread/belt, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1988 Ford Motor Home 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.