- The problem
- Federal mogul is recalling 6,903 aftermarket ball joint assemblies shipped between november 9, 2007 and march 26, 2008, which may have been packaged with incorrect nuts. The part numbers packaged with incorrect nuts are: k7147, k7329, k8683, and 104353. These parts were made for use on the various vehicles listed above.
- The risk
- The nuts included in the packaging for these ball joint assemblies are missing the intended prevailing torque (self-locking) feature. If the incorrect nut was to become loose, the joining members may loosen leading to a separation of the ball joint. This may result in loss of vehicle control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Federal mogul will notify owners and replace the parts free of charge. The recall began on may 22, 2008. Owners can contact federal mogul at 877-489-6659.
Vehicle safety record
1988 Dodge Aries Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 11 complaints about the 1988 Dodge Aries with NHTSA, most often about the steering (3) and the electrical system (2). Those complaints describe 1 fire. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in April 2008 for the suspension. For comparison, the 1987 has 9 and the 1989 has 10.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Aries year, for its age
#72 most complained-about 1988 vehicle
- Complaints
- 11
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1988 Dodge Aries problems
Share of all 11 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1988 Dodge Aries recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
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11 complaints about the 1988 Dodge Aries
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Engine check light came on, opened hood and fire was shooting from the electrical wires near the fuel injection, vehicle burned to the ground. *Ts *jb ****dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12-12-02 cut over to artemis****761962
I had a mechanics shop replace the rack and pinion assembley and it keeps coming loose from the frame, when I go around a bend in the road the car feels like it whants to straihgten out and the steering wheel has to be turned as mucn as 45 degrees to maintain proper control. When the road straitens out the steering wheel always ends up in a different position.*Ak
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
VEHICLES SEAT BACK COLLAPSED.
Upont starting the vehicle the rpms increased and in addition upon applying force to the gas pedal the vehicle suddly accelerated. *Ak
DISTRIBUTOR FAILURE, CAUSING VEHICLE TO STALL.
Steering column fell off of assembly while being parked. Owner aware of other dodge models w/similar problem having recalled. Please describe details. Tt
Rear axle control arm loosened/torqued, causing other damage to vehicle. *Dsh
Bracket that holds the rear axle broke, causing rear wheel to rub against the gas tank pipe. Tt
Both seat belts in the front do not retract. In the event of an accident it is felt that they would not work. Tt
While going around a slight curve it was difficult to turn steering. Tt
Dodge Aries: every year compared
All Aries years1988 Dodge Aries vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 Dodge Aries | 11 | 1 | C | |
| 1988 Dodge Caravan | 107 | 5 | B | Compare |
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 25 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 1988 Dodge D150 | 5 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 1988 Dodge B350 | 3 | 2 | D | Compare |
| 1988 Dodge D100 | 3 | 2 | D | Compare |
| 1988 Dodge D250 | 3 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 1988 Dodge B Series | 2 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 1988 Dodge B250 | 2 | 2 | D | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1988 Dodge Aries
Does the 1988 Dodge Aries have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1988 Dodge Aries: suspension (April 2008). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1988 Dodge Aries?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the steering (3), electrical system (2), seats & seat belts (2).
How many complaints has the 1988 Dodge Aries had?
11 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on February 7, 1995 and the latest on May 16, 2002. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 1 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1988 Dodge Aries a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 45 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Dodge Aries year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Dodge Aries years have the most complaints?
1988 (11), 1989 (10), 1987 (9). See every Dodge Aries year compared.
What should I do if my 1988 Dodge Aries has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data