1988 Dodge Raider Problems
- Complaints
- 9filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 16 mpgcombined, 2.6L 4-cyl 4WD/AWD · 15 city / 18 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1988 Dodge Raider (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 9 consumer complaints for the 1988 Dodge Raider. The part named most often is seat belts, with 7 complaints (78% of the total), followed by engine cooling (1) and tires (1). Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year. Seat belts complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the buckle assembly 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.
- Seat belts7 78%
- Engine cooling1 11%
- Tires1 11%
Example complaints
Seat belts: “Received recall notice (#95v103003). Called dealer for appointment. Took vehicle in on date. Left vehicle w/dealer. Next day, went to pick up vehicle. Service mechanic informed owner after arriving, that there were no parts. Don't know when parts will be available. Will call.”
NHTSA complaint #816801, filed 1997-09Tires: “Consumer's son was driving about 35-40 MPH and all of a sudden vehicle jerked sideways. He got out, and saw that back passenger's tire tread had peeled off from the 12 o'clock position to the 6 o'clock position , causing a plate to be ripped off the automobile.”
NHTSA complaint #870517, filed 2000-09Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1988 Dodge Raider version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raider 4WD/AWD | 2.6L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 15 | 18 | 16 | $4,200 |
| Raider 4WD/AWD | 2.6L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 15 | 16 | 15 | $4,450 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 95V103003May 24, 1995Seat belts › Front › Buckle assemblyCovers: Dodge Raider 1987–1989, Colt 1986–1991, RAM 50 1986–1991 +7 more
The front safety belt buckle release buttons can break. These red plastic release buttons are marked "press." if a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to operate improperly.
Recall details for the 1988 Dodge Raider → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 1988 Dodge Raider.
Other model years of the Dodge Raider
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | 9 | — | 2 | — | 16 | — | Not enough data |
| 1988 | 9 | — | 1 | — | 16 | — | Not enough data |
| 1987 | 7 | — | 1 | — | 16 | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1988 Dodge Raider have?
NHTSA recorded 9 consumer complaints for the 1988 Dodge Raider as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1988 Dodge Raider is reported most often?
Seat belts is named most often, in 7 complaints (78% of the total), followed by engine cooling with 1.
Has the 1988 Dodge Raider been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1988 Dodge Raider get?
The EPA rates the 1988 Dodge Raider (Raider, 2.6L 4-cyl) at 16 mpg combined, 15 city and 18 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,200 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
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.