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1988 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250. 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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1988 Ford F-250 recalls, newest first

April 25, 1996NHTSA 96V0710007,900,000 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › Ignition

Summary
The ignition switch could experience an internal short circuit.
Consequence
This condition could cause overheating, smoke, and possibly fire in the steering column area of the vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the ignition switch.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 3, 1992NHTSA 92V026000467,000 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Drum › Shoes/linings

Summary
A revised brake lining noise insulator resulted in a decrease in the thermal insulation between the brake lining and the front brake caliper piston. This caused greater heat transfer to the caliper pistons with the potential to overheat the brake fluid and diminish brake effectiveness during severe braking conditions.
Consequence
Increased stopping distances and inablility to holdvehicles on a steep grade results in increased risk of accident in the event ofa sudden stop or when constant braking is needed to maneuver through areas withsteep grades.
Remedy
Add snap-in insulators that attach to each of the front brake caliper pistons. In addition, vehicles with 7.5 l engines will have insulation added to the engine compartment brake lines.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

September 2, 1988NHTSA 88V14600057,400 vehicles potentially affected

Visibility › Glass, side/rear

Summary
Sliding rear window may contain glazing panels which do not meet requirements of FMVSS 205.
Consequence
A fractured window may contain fragments that are largerthan the 425 grams allowed.
Remedy
Replace suspect window panels.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 62 complaints about the 1988 Ford F-250 with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
2
Fires reported
9
Injuries reported
3
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Service brakes16
  2. Fuel system12
  3. Hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip6
  4. Electrical system › Ignition › Switch5
  5. Electrical system › Ignition4

Other Ford F-250 years

Other 1988 Ford models

Questions

Does the 1988 Ford F-250 have any recalls?
3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: electrical system, service brakes, hydraulic, visibility. 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 Ford F-250 recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Ford 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 Ford F-250?
62 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.