- 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.
Vehicle safety record
1988 GMC C35 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1988 GMC C35 with NHTSA, most often about the wheels & tires (1). It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in August 1987 for the latch. For comparison, the 1989 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical C35 year, for its age
#191 most complained-about 1988 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1988 GMC C35 problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1988 GMC C35 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
- 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 C35
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Rear wheels locked up causing loss of vehicle control. Please describe details. Tt
GMC C35: every year compared
All C35 years1988 GMC C35 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 GMC C35 | 1 | 2 | C | |
| 1988 GMC C1500 | 6 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 1988 GMC C2500 | 2 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 1988 GMC C15 | 1 | 4 | D | 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 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 C35
Does the 1988 GMC C35 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1988 GMC C35: latch (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 C35?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the wheels & tires (1).
How many complaints has the 1988 GMC C35 had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on March 6, 1995 and the latest on March 6, 1995. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1988 GMC C35 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 47 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical GMC C35 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 C35 years have the most complaints?
1985 (1), 1988 (1). See every GMC C35 year compared.
What should I do if my 1988 GMC C35 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