- The problem
- Right and left hand brake hose may contact the wheel or tire in a full turn.
- The risk
- If the hose makes contact with the wheel or tire it willeventually wear the hose to a point of rupture, resulting in a loss of thefront brakes. Loss of front brakes would increase the stopping distance whenminimum time is required and could result in a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Install new repositioning brackets for the front brake hoses.
Vehicle safety record
1988 GMC C15 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1988 GMC C15 with NHTSA, most often about the transmission & drivetrain (1). Those complaints describe 1 fire. It is covered by 4 recalls, the latest in September 1987 for the hoses, lines / piping, and fittings. For comparison, the 1989 has 1.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical C15 year, for its age
#191 most complained-about 1988 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1988 GMC C15 problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1988 GMC C15 recalls 4
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
- Trucks may have cracked or broken door striker nuts, which do not conform to fmvss 206.
- The risk
- In a collision, cracked or broken striker nut couldallow door to open unexpectedly and possibly cause injury to occupants.
- The fix
- REPLACE EXISTING DOOR STRIKER NUTS.
- The problem
- One or both of outer tie rod nuts may be loose and not crimped.
- The risk
- Loss of one or both nuts could lead to tie roddisengaging from steering knuckle resulting in possible loss of steeringcontrol and possibly a crash.
- The fix
- REPLACE TIE ROD AND KNUCKLE AND SET TOE-IN.
- The problem
- Cruise control cable lock mechanism may self disengage causing erratic operation or throttle not returning to idle.
- The risk
- Engine speed would not decrease; loss of acceleratorcontrol could result in a crash without prior warning.
- The fix
- Install a clamp around the lock tab of cruise control.
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 1988 GMC C15
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
The transmission caught on fire while driving. And pulling a trailer. Please describe. *Ak
GMC C15: every year compared
All C15 years1988 GMC C15 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 GMC C15 | 1 | 4 | D | |
| 1988 GMC C1500 | 6 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 1988 GMC C2500 | 2 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 1988 GMC C25 | 1 | 4 | D | Compare |
| 1988 GMC C Series | 1 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 1988 GMC C Series(light) | 1 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1988 GMC C35 | 1 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1988 GMC 7000 | 1 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 1988 GMC C1500 Pickup | 1 | 1 | 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 GMC C15
Does the 1988 GMC C15 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 1988 GMC C15: hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (September 1987); latch (August 1987); tie rod assembly (August 1987); linkages (August 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 GMC C15?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the transmission & drivetrain (1).
How many complaints has the 1988 GMC C15 had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on May 14, 1996 and the latest on May 14, 1996. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 1 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1988 GMC C15 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 35 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical GMC C15 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 GMC C15 years have the most complaints?
1995 (10), 1993 (7), 1994 (7). See every GMC C15 year compared.
What should I do if my 1988 GMC C15 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