What is the 1988 Chevrolet Corvette Missing Wheel Weld Can Separate the Center from the Rim (Recall 88V017)?

Certain 1988 Chevrolet Corvette 17-inch wheels may be missing a weld attaching the wheel center to the rim. Separation can reduce steering and braking control and cause sudden loss of tire pressure. Severity: high.

What is the 1988-1989 Chevrolet Corvette Rear-Wheel Tie Rod Can Fatigue and Fracture (Recall 90V032)?

Certain 1988-1989 Chevrolet Corvette rear-wheel tie-rod assemblies can fatigue and fracture at the inboard bearing, causing loss of vehicle control. Severity: high.

What is the 1984-1991 Chevrolet Corvette Front Safety Belts Can Jam in Their Retractors (Recall 91V143)?

Certain 1984-1991 Chevrolet Corvette front safety belts can lock or jam in the retractor, leaving the belt impossible to pull out and unusable. Severity: high.

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1988 Chevrolet Corvette Problems: 3 Issues Every Owner Should Know

1988 model year · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated August 2026

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According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 1988 Chevrolet Corvette has 3 documented known issues, with 3 rated critical. The most serious are Missing Wheel Weld Can Separate the Center from the Rim (Recall 88V017), Rear-Wheel Tie Rod Can Fatigue and Fracture (Recall 90V032) and Front Safety Belts Can Jam in Their Retractors (Recall 91V143). DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.

1988 Chevrolet Corvette Problems: 3 Issues Every Owner Should Know

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What is the 1988 Chevrolet Corvette Missing Wheel Weld Can Separate the Center from the Rim (Recall 88V017)?

What is the 1988-1989 Chevrolet Corvette Rear-Wheel Tie Rod Can Fatigue and Fracture (Recall 90V032)?

What is the 1984-1991 Chevrolet Corvette Front Safety Belts Can Jam in Their Retractors (Recall 91V143)?