- The problem
- The battery may interfere with the hood inner panel at the front three cell vent cap of the battery.
- The risk
- Such interference may dislodge cap and allow hydrogengas to escape and cause a fire hazard.
- The fix
- Replace three cell cap with individual battery cell caps.
Vehicle safety record
1988 Dodge B250 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1988 Dodge B250 with NHTSA, most often about the steering (1) and the wheels & tires (1). It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in May 1988 for the 12v / 24v / 48v battery. For comparison, the 1987 has 5 and the 1989 has 4.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical B250 year, for its age
#161 most complained-about 1988 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1988 Dodge B250 problems
Share of all 2 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1988 Dodge B250 recalls 2
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
- The problem
- Automatic transmission may contain a park sprag rod assembly that may stick in the tooth butt unengaged position.
- The risk
- This condition could allow the vehicle to roll with thegear shift lever in park position.
- The fix
- All involved vehicles will have the park sprag rod assemblies replaced.
What owners say
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2 complaints about the 1988 Dodge B250
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Driver was on the baltimore beltway running about 65 miles per hour when he felt a vibration, and the tire blew out ,he was between two large trucks but was able to control the vehicle to a safe stop. No injuries occured. Bration (dot number: vdhl 252 tiresize: p235/75r15)
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Dodge B250: every year compared
All B250 years1988 Dodge B250 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 Dodge B250 | 2 | 2 | D | |
| 1988 Dodge Caravan | 107 | 5 | B | Compare |
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 25 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 1988 Dodge Aries | 11 | 1 | C | 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 |
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 B250
Does the 1988 Dodge B250 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1988 Dodge B250: 12v / 24v / 48v battery (May 1988); gear position indication (prndl) (December 1987). 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 B250?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the steering (1), wheels & tires (1).
How many complaints has the 1988 Dodge B250 had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on July 8, 1997 and the latest on October 9, 2000. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1988 Dodge B250 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 39 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Dodge B250 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 B250 years have the most complaints?
1994 (32), 1992 (11), 1993 (10). See every Dodge B250 year compared.
What should I do if my 1988 Dodge B250 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