CarRecallWatchThe 1988 GMC C1500 has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 fire, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (3 reports).
1988 GMC C1500 recalls
Most common 1988 GMC C1500 problems
Problem areas named in the 6 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Seats | 1 |
What owners report
ON DECEMBER 4, 1999, WHILE FUELING THE TRUCK FLAMES STARTED COMING OUT OF THE FILL SPOUT AREA RESULTING IN TOTAL DESTRUCTION OF THE TRUCK AND SUBSTANTIAL DAMAGE TO THE GAS STATION. UPON INVESTIGATION BY THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE INVESTIGATOR IT WAS DETERMINED TO BE AN ACCIDENTAL ELECTRICAL FIRE.
ABS BRAKE LIGHTS STAY ON AFTER BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED & RELEASED. ALSO, SEATS HAVE NO HEAD REST. CAN CAUSE A WHIPLASH EFFECT IF VEHICLE IS HIT FROM BEHIND. BEEN TO DEALER FOR BRAKES, BUT WILL NOT INSTALL HEADREST. *AK
PITMAN AND IDLER CONTROL ARMS FAILED.
CONSUMER'S WIRING HARNESS IS MELTING, THE WIRING AND THE BRAKES AND TAIL LIGHTS ARE BURNING OUT. THIS HAS HAPPENED THREE TIMES IN NINE YEARS. *AK
MISSING SPARE TIRE FROM THE MOUNTING UNDERNEATH THE TRUCK. TT
1988 GMC C1500 questions
Does the 1988 GMC C1500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1988 GMC C1500: Power Train:Automatic Transmission. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1988 GMC C1500?
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (3), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (2), Suspension (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1988 GMC C1500 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.