MYRModel Year Report

1988 GMC C15

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1988 GMC C15
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:21:55.999Z

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, GMC C15 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1988 highlighted. 1982: 0 complaints 1982 1985: 0 complaints 1986: 0 complaints 1986 1988: 1 complaints 1988 1989: 1 complaints 1989 1990: 2 complaints 1991: 1 complaints 1991 1992: 6 complaints 1993: 7 complaints 1993 1994: 7 complaints 1995: 10 complaints 1995 1996: 4 complaints 1996
1988: 1 complaints
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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.

FIRE
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THE TRANSMISSION CAUGHT ON FIRE WHILE DRIVING. AND PULLING A TRAILER. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19960514

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19870831 — steering

ONE OR BOTH OF OUTER TIE ROD NUTS MAY BE LOOSE AND NOT CRIMPED.

Remedy: REPLACE TIE ROD AND KNUCKLE AND SET TOE-IN.

Campaign 87V126000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19870831 — vehicle speed control

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.

Campaign 87V125000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19870831 — latches/locks/linkages

TRUCKS MAY HAVE CRACKED OR BROKEN DOOR STRIKER NUTS, WHICH DO NOT CONFORM TO FMVSS 206.

Remedy: REPLACE EXISTING DOOR STRIKER NUTS.

Campaign 87V127000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19871116 — service brakes, hydraulic

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.

Campaign 87V136000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19880119 — PE (closed 19880331)

REAR BRK LIGHTS STAY ON

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1988 GMC C15 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 87V126000 (steering) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 87V125000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 87V127000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 87V136000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
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:automatic transmission, 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 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.