The 1988 Chevrolet C20 has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (2 reports).
1988 Chevrolet C20 recalls
Most common 1988 Chevrolet C20 problems
Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
What owners report
PURCHASE TRUCK NEW THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE NOT LOCKING . TT
THE V6 MOTOR IS DEFECT THE STEEL CAST IRON BLOCK WEARS OUT AND THE PISTON GOES OUT BURNING A LOT OF OIL . TT
VEHICLE WAS IMPACT 3:00 POSITION CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL VEHICLE FLIP OVER TOP CAME OFF VAN CAUSING INJURIES. TT
1988 Chevrolet C20 questions
Does the 1988 Chevrolet C20 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 1988 Chevrolet C20: Power Train:Automatic Transmission; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Vehicle Speed Control:Linkages; Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly; Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1988 Chevrolet C20?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (2), Structure (1), Seat Belts (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1988 Chevrolet C20 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.