1988 Dodge D150 Problems
- Complaints
- 5filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1988 Dodge D150 (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 1988 Dodge D150. The part named most often is body and structure, with 2 complaints (40% of the total), followed by seat belts (1) and steering (1). NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year. Body and structure complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the bumpers filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Body and structure2 40%
- Seat belts1 20%
- Steering1 20%
- Suspension1 20%
Example complaints
Body and structure: “Frame of 1988 Dodge D150 is developing cracks in front of vehicle . Certified mechanic said he has never heard of this happening. Want to know what my options are as to how to remedy this situation?”
NHTSA complaint #10207114, filed 2007-10Seat belts: “Seat belt on passenger side does not lock at all. Sometimes the driver's seat belt will latch and sometimes it will not latch at all. Please describe details.”
NHTSA complaint #979299, filed 1996-02Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 90V124000Jul 6, 1990Structure › Body › BumpersCovers: Dodge D150 1987–1990, W150 1987–1990, D100 1987–1990 +1 more
In a rear end collision, the pickup box crossmember could contact the fuel pump modules fuel line, causing a fuel leak which would be in non-compliance with fmvss 301.
- 87V194000Dec 26, 1987Power train › Automatic transmission › Gear position indication (prndl)Covers: Dodge D150 1988, D250 1988, D350 1988 +15 more
Automatic transmission may contain a park sprag rod assembly that may stick in the tooth butt unengaged position.
Recall details for the 1988 Dodge D150 → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
NHTSA investigations
- PE89110Fuel tank strap failureClosed · Apr 5, 1989
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 1988 Dodge D150.
Other model years of the Dodge D150
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 6 | — | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1988 | 5 | — | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1988 Dodge D150 have?
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 1988 Dodge D150 as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1988 Dodge D150 is reported most often?
Body and structure is named most often, in 2 complaints (40% of the total), followed by seat belts with 1.
Has the 1988 Dodge D150 been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.