1988 GMC SierraGmc Sierra 1988

Vehicle Details: Recalls, Investigations, Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins

Below you will find all available information on the 1988 GMC Sierra, manufacturered by General Motors Llc.

ManufacturerKnown WMI(s)Fuel Type
GMC3GD 3GT 2GT 1GD 2GD 2GT 2GJ 2GK 2GT 3GD 3GT 1GJ 1GT
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Frequently Asked Questions
  • Where is the 1988 GMC Sierra produced?
     - The 1988 GMC Sierra is produced in Warren Michigan, United States (usa).
  • Are there recalls for the 1988 GMC Sierra?
     - There are 2 recall(s) for the 1988 GMC Sierra, additional information is below.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
  • Recall 79528 [USA]: Without the amber side reflex reflectors, the lighting visibility may be affected, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

  • Recall 21941 [USA]: Separation of the rotor sections can cause loss ofbraking ability in the affected wheel. this could result in increased stoppingdistance and/or loss of vehicle control and an accident.

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Bulletins

Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

  • 04-06-04-051F - EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL: This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
  • 990730016A - POWER TRAIN: Diagnostic information for intermittent transmission downshift, slip, busy/cycling tcc or noisy cooling fan. *tt
  • 01570 - SUSPENSION:REAR: Spring slap noise from the rear of the gmt 400 series truck. *mn
Known Recall Investigations
  • W-car hinge pin failure investigation # PE91133

    There is no summary currently available

Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
CrashFireTowedInjuredDeathsFailure
Date
NoNoN NoneNone20000625

This is the second time that the acc.Elerator bracket broke at the power steering pump/i also had a chevrolet astro van that used this same bracket and it broke on me at the same exact spot. *ak

NoFireN NoneNone19980814

While driving transmission cooling unit and lines malfuctioned, causing a leak in the transmission, which sprayed transmission fluid onto the exhaust manifold, causing a fire. Dealer cannot determine problem. Please provide details. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone

Alignment kit and adjustments were not installed on vehicle at time of purchase.

NoNoN NoneNone

When the brakes are applied they become hard, resulting in extended stopping distances. The dealer has inspected the brakes, they cannot be repaired. *ak

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