MYRModel Year Report

1988 Isuzu Pickup Truck

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1988 Isuzu Pickup Truck
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:33:12.087Z

Only 3 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 3 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, Isuzu Pickup Truck Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1988 highlighted. 1980: 0 complaints 1980 1981: 0 complaints 1982: 0 complaints 1984: 1 complaints 1984 1985: 0 complaints 1986: 3 complaints 1987: 2 complaints 1987 1988: 3 complaints 1988 1989: 6 complaints 1990: 10 complaints 1990 1991: 7 complaints 1992: 9 complaints 1993: 6 complaints 1993 1994: 10 complaints 1995: 8 complaints 1996: 1 complaints 1996 1997: 1 complaints 1997
1988: 3 complaints
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YearComplaints
19800
19810
19820
19841
19850
19863
19872
19883
19896
199010
19917
19929
19936
199410
19958
19961
19971

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

TIRES

1 of 3 total reports mentions: tires.

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TIRES 1/3 WORN. WIRE FROM STEEL BELT PENETRATED TREAD AND IS PROTRUDING OUT ABOUT AN INCH. ALSO ALL 4 TIRES TREAD IS CRACKING AROUND THE TREAD STUDS. (DOT NUMBER: VN60AXC TIRESIZE: 3110.50R15)

NHTSA ODI report, 20001026

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 3 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

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THE REAR BRAKE PAD LITERALLY FELL OUT THE REAR DISC BRAKES. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19960111

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 3 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

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FUEL INJECTOR LEAKING CAUSING A STRONG GAS SMELL INSIDE THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950106

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19920602 — EA (closed 19930402)

HEATER CORE FAILURE

R 20060403 — exterior lighting

CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER S

Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.

Campaign 06E026000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1988 Isuzu Pickup Truck — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 06E026000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1988 Isuzu Pickup Truck 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 Isuzu Pickup Truck?

The most-reported component is tires:tread/belt, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1988 Isuzu Pickup Truck have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

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