Does the 1988 GMC C35 have any recalls?

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: 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 GMC C35 recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a GMC 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 GMC C35?

1 complaint filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

1988 GMC C35 recalls

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

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

For the 1988 GMC C35. 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.

Has your GMC been repaired?

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.

Check your VIN with NHTSA

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

1988 GMC C35 recalls, newest first

August 10, 1987NHTSA 87V1270001,521 vehicles potentially affected

Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch

Summary: Trucks may have cracked or broken door striker nuts, which do not conform to FMVSS 206.
Consequence: In a collision, cracked or broken striker nut couldallow door to open unexpectedly and possibly cause injury to occupants.
Remedy: Replace existing door striker nuts.

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 GMC C35 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

Wheels1

Other GMC C35 years

Other 1988 GMC models

Questions

Does the 1988 GMC C35 have any recalls?: 2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: 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 GMC C35 recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a GMC 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 GMC C35?: 1 complaint filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.