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1988 Chevrolet C30 recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1988 Chevrolet C30. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Chevrolet dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

1988 Chevrolet C30 recalls, newest first

February 1, 1993NHTSA 93V0160001,702,880 vehicles potentially affected

Power train › Automatic transmission

Summary
Unanticipated heat in the transmission can force the transmission fluid out of the vent tube.
Consequence
The vented transmission fluid can catch fire if exposedto a source of ignition.
Remedy
Install a longer transmission vent hose routed to the left side of the engine compartment of the vehicle.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

August 10, 1987NHTSA 87V1250008,893 vehicles potentially affected

Vehicle speed control › Linkages

Summary
Cruise control cable lock mechanism may self disengage causing erratic operation or throttle not returning to idle.
Consequence
Engine speed would not decrease; loss of acceleratorcontrol could result in a crash without prior warning.
Remedy
Install a clamp around the lock tab of cruise control.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1988 Chevrolet C30 with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Seat belts › Front › Retractor1

Other Chevrolet C30 years

Other 1988 Chevrolet models

Questions

Does the 1988 Chevrolet C30 have any recalls?
3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: power train, latches/locks/linkages, vehicle speed control. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1988 Chevrolet C30 recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Chevrolet dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1988 Chevrolet C30?
1 complaint filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.