Is the 1988 Pontiac 6000 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 Pontiac 6000?

The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1988 Pontiac 6000 have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

1988 Pontiac 6000

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1988 Pontiac 6000
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:48:31.967Z

Only 14 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 14 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 14
Recalls: 3
Investigations: 4
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

1988: 14 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
1980	0
1981	0
1982	0
1983	3
1984	1
1985	5
1986	16
1987	18
1988	14
1989	16
1990	11
1991	6
1992	0

Known problem areas

Only 14 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Steering

6 of 14 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing rack and pinion and pump.

Show complaint excerpts

Having steering problems. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-01-12

Seat belts

5 of 14 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly and rear/other.

Fuel system, gasoline

3 of 14 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing tank assembly and injectors.

Service brakes

2 of 14 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

Power train

2 of 14 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing driveshaft and axle assembly.

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 4 investigations · oldest first

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1988-04-20Suspension88V048000 Front suspension lower control arm bracket could develop metal cracks.

Remedy: Inspect all vehicles and replace engine cradle assembly on all suspect vehicles.

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1988-12-15Fuel system, gasoline88V164000 Fuel feed hose could leak at the coupling on the engine end of the hose assembly.

Remedy: Install new fuel feed hose assembly.

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1989-01-17Engineering analysisClosed 1990-05-08 Brake ineffectiveness
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1989-01-19Preliminary evaluationClosed 1989-05-24 Stop lamps
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1992-06-26Engineering analysisClosed 1994-01-31 Sticking throttle
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1994-06-21Preliminary evaluationClosed 1994-12-30 Sub-frame absorber failure
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2006-10-18Fuel system, gasoline06E043000 Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n G3727, with date codes X52911 through X60801 sequentially or X600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing…

Remedy: Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began on October 18, 2006. Owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (Option 1).

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Buy-smart checklist

1988 Pontiac 6000 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Steering: 6 reports on file for this year.
Seat belts: 5 reports on file for this year.
Fuel system, gasoline: 3 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 88V048000 · Suspension
Recall 88V164000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline

FAQ

Is the 1988 Pontiac 6000 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 Pontiac 6000?: The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1988 Pontiac 6000 have?: 3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.