- The problem
- In a rear end collision, the pickup box crossmember could contact the fuel pump modules fuel line, causing a fuel leak which would be in non-compliance with fmvss 301.
- The risk
- Consequence of defect: leakage of fuel could cause a fire if a source of ignition is present.
- The fix
- Install two pickup box reinforcement blocker brackets to the undercarriage to eliminate contact with fuel line.
Vehicle safety record
1988 Dodge D150 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 1988 Dodge D150 with NHTSA, most often about the body, doors & structure (2) and the seats & seat belts (1). It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in July 1990 for the bumpers. For comparison, the 1987 has 1 and the 1989 has 1.
NHTSA data checked
FFar more problems than a typical D150 year, for its age
#113 most complained-about 1988 vehicle
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1988 Dodge D150 problems
Share of all 5 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1988 Dodge D150 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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5 complaints about the 1988 Dodge D150
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Frame of 1988 dodge d150 is developing cracks in front of vehicle . Certified mechanic said he has never heard of this happening. Want to know what my options are as to how to remedy this situation? *Tr
Lower control arm to frame on front wheel rivets (2) popped out due to metal fatigue.
Seat belt on passenger side does not lock at all. Sometimes the driver's seat belt will latch and sometimes it will not latch at all. Please describe details.
Where the gear box attaches to the frame the frame has cracked, and the vehicle is unsafe to drive. Tt
Frame cracking, causing hard to steer vehicle correctly. Tt
Dodge D150: every year compared
All D150 years1988 Dodge D150 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 Dodge D150 | 5 | 2 | F | |
| 1988 Dodge Caravan | 107 | 5 | B | Compare |
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 25 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 1988 Dodge Aries | 11 | 1 | C | 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 D150
Does the 1988 Dodge D150 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1988 Dodge D150: bumpers (July 1990); 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 D150?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the body, doors & structure (2), seats & seat belts (1), steering (1).
How many complaints has the 1988 Dodge D150 had?
5 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on April 18, 1995 and the latest on October 28, 2007. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1988 Dodge D150 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 15 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Dodge D150 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 D150 years have the most complaints?
1990 (6), 1988 (5), 1986 (3). See every Dodge D150 year compared.
What should I do if my 1988 Dodge D150 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