Electrical systemPart report
1988 Chevrolet Nova Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 18%of 11 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 electrical system of the 1988 Chevrolet Nova, 18% of the 11 complaints for this model year. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 1988 | 2 | 18% |
Other parts of the 1988 Chevrolet Nova
Transmission and drivetrain
4 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
1 complaintsSeats
1 complaintsTires
1 complaints
4 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
1 complaintsSeats
1 complaintsTires
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1988 Chevrolet Nova
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 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