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Transmission and drivetrainPart report

1988 Chevrolet K15 Transmission and drivetrain Problems

Complaints
2about this part
Share
20%of 10 total for the year
Median mileage
—not reported
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 1988 Chevrolet K15, 20% of the 10 complaints for this model year. 2 a fire, according to the filers.

Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.

Transmission and drivetrain: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
1995411%
1994517%
199317%
1992218%
1991222%
1990467%
1988220%

Other parts of the 1988 Chevrolet K15

Brakes
3 complaints
Suspension
3 complaints
Electrical system
1 complaints
Engine cooling
1 complaints

← All problems reported for the 1988 Chevrolet K15

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology