The 1988 Dodge D250 has a low safety risk profile with 0 recall campaigns and 4 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 4 owners have filed complaints about the 1988 Dodge D250. STEERING issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Steering2

02Electrical System1

03Power Train1

4 total across 1 model years (1988–1988)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Dodge D250 Fuel Economy

11–15mpg combined

10-14city

12-17hwy

$2,900-$4,000/yr

Across 8 configurations, the 1988 Dodge D250 returns 11–15 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim

D250 Pickup 2WD - Automatic 3-spd

15mpg

3.9L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

14 city17 hwy~$2,900/yr-1/10 Poor

D250 Pickup 2WD - Manual 4-spd

15mpg

3.9L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

14 city16 hwy~$2,900/yr-1/10 Poor

D250 Pickup 2WD - Automatic 4-spd

14mpg

5.2L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

12 city17 hwy~$3,150/yr-1/10 Poor

D250 Pickup 2WD - Automatic 3-spd

12mpg

5.2L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

11 city13 hwy~$3,650/yr-1/10 Poor

D250 Pickup 2WD - Manual 4-spd

12mpg

5.2L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

11 city15 hwy~$3,650/yr-1/10 Poor

D250 Cab Chassis 2WD - Automatic 3-spd

11mpg

5.9L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

10 city12 hwy~$4,000/yr-1/10 Poor

D250 Pickup 2WD - Automatic 3-spd

11mpg

5.9L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

10 city12 hwy~$4,000/yr-1/10 Poor

D250 Pickup 2WD - Manual 4-spd

11mpg

5.9L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

10 city13 hwy~$4,000/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 1988 Dodge D250

9States

63%in top 3

37% of the market sits in Texas, though listings span 9 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

TXTexas

737%

CACalifornia

316%

DEDelaware

211%

PAPennsylvania

211%

MNMinnesota

15%

INIndiana

15%

NENebraska

15%

FLFlorida

15%

OKOklahoma

15%

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 1988.

1988 Dodge D250 Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 1988 Dodge D250 a good car to buy?

The 1988 Dodge D250 has 0 recalls on record. The most commonly reported issue area is steering, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

What's the gas mileage of the 1988 Dodge D250?

Depending on configuration, the 1988 Dodge D250 delivers 11–15 MPG combined. Choose wisely. The full comparison shows how engine choice affects your wallet.

What are common problems with the 1988 Dodge D250?

STEERING is the number-one complaint area for the 1988 Dodge D250, based on 4 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.