Does the 1988 Dodge Colt have any recalls?

The 1988 Dodge Colt has 1 recall on file with NHTSA, including issues with seat belts:front:buckle assembly.

How many complaints have been filed for the 1988 Dodge Colt?

28 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1988 Dodge Colt.

1988 Dodge Colt Service and Repair Manual

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1988 Dodge Colt service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

Designed for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you troubleshoot accurately, follow step-by-step repair procedures, and reference wiring diagrams and system sections quickly while you work.

What’s included

Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
Specifications and reference data (where provided)
Wiring diagrams and electrical sections
Powertrain, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC and more

Trims covered

DL Sedan 4-Door
Premier Sedan 4-Door
Vista Wagon 4-Door
E Hatchback 2-Door
E Sedan 4-Door
DL Wagon 4-Door
DL Hatchback 2-Door
Base Hatchback 2-Door

Engines covered

1.5L 1468CC 90Cu. In. l4 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
1.6L 1597CC 98Cu. In. l4 GAS SOHC Turbocharged
2.0L 1997CC 122Cu. In. l4 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated

Index / Table of contents

Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Wiring Diagrams

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1988 Dodge Colt Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #95V10300324/05/1995Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

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

Consequence

THE SAFETY BELTS WOULD NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION TO AN OCCUPANT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy

OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES AND CAREF

No service bulletins No technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA for the 1988 Dodge Colt.

19950217Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBINGCrash reported2 injured

THE SHOULDER STRAPS FAILED TO RESTRAIN ON BOTH SEATS, CAUSING INJURIES. TT

19950217Component: SEATSCrash reported2 injured

UPON IMPACT, PASSENGER FLEW FORWARD THEN BACKWARD, CAUSING SEAT TO BREAK. *AK

19970102Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERYFire reported

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE IN THE FUEL LINE SYSTEM. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

20000417Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

SEAT BELT BUCKLE BROKE AND THE LATCH WILL NOT CATCH IN THE BUCKLE

19990113Component: TIRES

I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF THERE WERE ANY RECALLS FOR THIS TIRE IN 1998. THE TIRES WERE ONLY TWO MONTHS OLD WHEN THE BACK PASSENGER SIDE TIRE CAME OFF THE RIM AND CAUSED ME TO SPIN INTO A GUARDRAIL. THER

Showing the 5 most serious of 28 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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