MYRModel Year Report

1988 GMC C15

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1988 GMC C15
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:34:10.503Z

Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
1

Too few to rank

Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 1988

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1988: 1 complaint 1988 1 1989: 1 complaint 1990: 2 complaints 1990 1991: 1 complaint 1992: 6 complaints 1992 1993: 7 complaints 1994: 7 complaints 1994 1995: 10 complaints 1996: 4 complaints 1996
1988: 1 complaint 1988 1 1989: 1 complaint 1989 1990: 2 complaints 1990 1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 6 complaints 1992 1993: 7 complaints 1993 1994: 7 complaints 1994 1995: 10 complaints 1995 1996: 4 complaints 1996
1988: 1 complaint 1988 1 1989: 1 complaint 1989 1990: 2 complaints 1990 1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 6 complaints 1992 1993: 7 complaints 1993 1994: 7 complaints 1994 1995: 10 complaints 1995 1996: 4 complaints 1996

1988: 1 complaint

View as data table
YearComplaints
19820
19850
19860
19881
19891
19902
19911
19926
19937
19947
199510
19964

Known problem areas

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Power train

1 of 1 total report mentions: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

The transmission caught on fire while driving. And pulling a trailer. Please describe.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-05-14

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. R
    1987-08-31Steering87V126000 One or both of outer tie rod nuts may be loose and not crimped.

    Remedy: Replace tie rod and knuckle and set toe-in.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. R
    1987-08-31Vehicle speed control87V125000 Cruise control cable lock mechanism may self disengage causing erratic operation or throttle not returning to idle.

    Remedy: Install a clamp around the lock tab of cruise control.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  3. R
    1987-08-31Latches/locks/linkages87V127000 Trucks may have cracked or broken door striker nuts, which do not conform to FMVSS 206.

    Remedy: Replace existing door striker nuts.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  4. R
    1987-11-16Service brakes, hydraulic87V136000 Right and left hand brake hose may contact the wheel or tire in a full turn.

    Remedy: Install new repositioning brackets for the front brake hoses.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  5. I
    1988-01-19Preliminary evaluationClosed 1988-03-31 Rear brk lights stay on

Buy-smart checklist

1988 GMC C15 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 87V126000 · Steering
  • Recall 87V125000 · Vehicle speed control
  • Recall 87V127000 · Latches/locks/linkages
  • Recall 87V136000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1988 GMC C15 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 GMC C15?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1988 GMC C15 have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.