CarRecallWatchThe 1988 Pontiac Lemans has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Seat Belts (7 reports).
1988 Pontiac Lemans recalls
Most common 1988 Pontiac Lemans problems
Problem areas named in the 13 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 7 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 |
| Suspension | 3 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 |
| Equipment | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
What owners report
FINGERS BENT AND TWISTED INDEX AND MIDDLE FINGERS ARE BENT AND TWISTED TOWARDS THE BABY FINGERS. THUNBS ARE BENT OUTWARD AWAY FROM HANDS. HANDS ARE PAINFUL. BENDING AND TWISTING DOESN'T APPEAR AS BADLY AS OTHER DRIVERS. PLEASE VIEW PHOTO AT HTTP://PHOTOS.YAHOO.COM/MIKETOMICH THIS INFORMATION IS BEING PROVIDED ON BEHALF OF JOAN LOPEZ BY MIKE TOMICH 989-665-2311. DT
WHILE DRIVING FRONT SPRINGS BROKE. THERE WAS NO WARNING. ONE SET BROKE WHILE ON CRUISE CONTROL. THE OTHER SET BROKE WHILE WAITING AT A STOP LIGHT. HAVE NOT TAKEN VEHICLE TO DEALER YET. *AK
PLASTIC COMPONENTS IN THE DASHBOARD THAT CONTROL THE INTERIOR DASHBOARD LIGHTS MELTED AND STARTED TO BURN.
FUEL FILLER NECK LEAKED FUEL DUE TO IMPROPER WELDING PRIOR TO/AFTER RECALL. OWNER NEVER RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE (88V-094.000). *AK
FAILURE ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE SHOULDER BELT, THE SHOULDER BELT IS LOCKED IN PLACE. *AK
1988 Pontiac Lemans questions
Does the 1988 Pontiac Lemans have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1988 Pontiac Lemans: Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly; Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly; Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Filler Pipe And Cap. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1988 Pontiac Lemans?
Based on 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Seat Belts (7), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (4), Suspension (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 1988 Pontiac Lemans 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.