1988 Plymouth Acclaim
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1988 | 1 |
| 1989 | 33 |
| 1990 | 60 |
| 1991 | 97 |
| 1992 | 63 |
| 1993 | 72 |
| 1994 | 69 |
| 1995 | 30 |
| 1996 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 1 total report mentions: steering.
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WHILE PARKING ON A PARKING LOT, VEHICLE MANIFESTED STEERING PROBLEMS. VEHICLE DID NOT STEER SMOOTHLY. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19990713
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1988 Plymouth Acclaim — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 1988 Plymouth Acclaim 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 Plymouth Acclaim?
The most-reported component is steering:gear box (other than rack and pinion), accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1988 Plymouth Acclaim 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.