1988 Dodge D150 recalls & complaints
Source: NHTSA, updated daily. Last checked 2026-10-20. Recalls apply to specific VINs — run your VIN to confirm.
2 safety recalls, most serious first
1. Body / structure
What's wrong, in plain English: Body panels, frame, doors, hood, trunk or latches. 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.
What could happen: CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: LEAKAGE OF FUEL COULD CAUSE A FIRE IF A SOURCE OF IGNITION IS PRESENT.
The fix: INSTALL TWO PICKUP BOX REINFORCEMENT BLOCKER BRACKETS TO THE UNDERCARRIAGE TO ELIMINATE CONTACT WITH FUEL LINE.
What to do
- Check whether your car is affected: enter your 17-digit VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. A recall covers specific VINs, not every 1988 D150.
- Book a repair at any authorized Dodge dealer. Quote NHTSA campaign 90V124000.
- The repair is free. By US law, safety recall repairs cost the owner nothing, no matter the car's age or mileage.
- Buying this car used? Ask the seller for proof the recall was completed, or run the VIN yourself before paying.
Official wording from NHTSA
Component: STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS
Summary: 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.
Consequence: CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: LEAKAGE OF FUEL COULD CAUSE A FIRE IF A SOURCE OF IGNITION IS PRESENT.
Remedy: INSTALL TWO PICKUP BOX REINFORCEMENT BLOCKER BRACKETS TO THE UNDERCARRIAGE TO ELIMINATE CONTACT WITH FUEL LINE.
Notes: SYSTEM: REAR BUMPER; FUEL SYSTEM; FMVSS 301. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PICKUP TRUCKS WITH 6 1/2 FOOT BOXES, EFI, AND NO REAR BUMPER.
2. Transmission / drivetrain
What's wrong, in plain English: The parts that send engine power to the wheels. Failure can mean a sudden loss of power or the car rolling away. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MAY CONTAIN A PARK SPRAG ROD ASSEMBLY THAT MAY STICK IN THE TOOTH BUTT UNENGAGED POSITION.
What could happen: THIS CONDITION COULD ALLOW THE VEHICLE TO ROLL WITH THEGEAR SHIFT LEVER IN PARK POSITION.
The fix: ALL INVOLVED VEHICLES WILL HAVE THE PARK SPRAG ROD ASSEMBLIES REPLACED.
What to do
- Check whether your car is affected: enter your 17-digit VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. A recall covers specific VINs, not every 1988 D150.
- Book a repair at any authorized Dodge dealer. Quote NHTSA campaign 87V194000.
- The repair is free. By US law, safety recall repairs cost the owner nothing, no matter the car's age or mileage.
- Buying this car used? Ask the seller for proof the recall was completed, or run the VIN yourself before paying.
Official wording from NHTSA
Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
Summary: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MAY CONTAIN A PARK SPRAG ROD ASSEMBLY THAT MAY STICK IN THE TOOTH BUTT UNENGAGED POSITION.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION COULD ALLOW THE VEHICLE TO ROLL WITH THEGEAR SHIFT LEVER IN PARK POSITION.
Remedy: ALL INVOLVED VEHICLES WILL HAVE THE PARK SPRAG ROD ASSEMBLIES REPLACED.
Notes: SYSTEM: PARKING GEAR SHIFTVEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT TRUCKS AND VANS/WAGONS.
Useful for owners
- OBD2 code reader — see what the car's computer is reporting
- Compact car fire extinguisher
- 1988 Dodge D150 owner's manual
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA
Most complained-about parts: Body / structure (2), Suspension (2), Seat belts (2), Steering (1).
Complaints are unverified reports from owners. A pattern (many complaints about the same part) matters more than any single one.
Read recent complaints (7)
10/28/2007 · Body / 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? *TR
03/05/1996 · Suspension
LOWER CONTROL ARM TO FRAME ON FRONT WHEEL RIVETS (2) POPPED OUT DUE TO METAL FATIGUE.
03/05/1996 · Suspension
LOWER CONTROL ARM TO FRAME ON FRONT WHEEL RIVETS (2) POPPED OUT DUE TO METAL FATIGUE.
02/16/1996 · Seat 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.
02/16/1996 · Seat 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.
08/08/1995 · Steering
WHERE THE GEAR BOX ATTACHES TO THE FRAME THE FRAME HAS CRACKED, AND THE VEHICLE IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. TT
04/18/1995 · Body / structure
FRAME CRACKING, CAUSING HARD TO STEER VEHICLE CORRECTLY. TT