1988 Toyota pickup STD
JT4RN50A0J5167588
Vehicle history report for the 1988 Toyota pickup (VIN JT4RN50A0J5167588). Green. Title: Clean. 268,820 mi reported. Registered in Tx. 1 open safety recall. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
At a glance
Vehicle identity & specifications
Full vehicle history report
What a full report checks for VIN JT4RN50A0J5167588
A full report searches national title databases (NMVTIS) and licensed history providers for this VIN and shows whatever records are on file — not every vehicle has every record type. The decode, safety recalls and owner complaints above are always free.
Safety recalls 1
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
NHTSA Campaign #06E026000 · 23/03/2006We'll email you the moment a new safety recall is issued — no spam, unsubscribe any time.
Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1988 Toyota pickup, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
🔍 Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
🔍 Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.
🔍 Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 7
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 1988 Toyota pickup.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
NHTSA ODI #751895ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
FACTORY DEFECTIVE ENGINE BLOCK. ENGINE BLOCK CRACKED INTERNALY CAUSING THE DRIVERS SIDE CYLINDER HEAD GASKET TO BLOW . FORCED OIL INTO THE RAIDIOR AND OUT ONTO THE BREAKING SYSTEM ON DRIVERS SIDE ONLY. THIS HAPPENED AT 4:30PM WHILE SLOWING ON A TURN TO STOP AT A FAIRLY NBUSY INTERSECTION. CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SPIN OUT DUE TO LOSS OF BREAKING CONTROL. I HA…
NHTSA ODI #740758TIRES
TREAD BEGAN TO SEPARATE FROM TIRE (CRACK EXTENDS AROUND ENTIRE CIRCUMFRENCE OF TIRE).*AK( DOT NUMBER: W2 TIRE SIZE: P23575R15 )
NHTSA ODI #732023ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TOYOTA HAD A SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN FOR BLOWN HEAD GASKETS. *AK
NHTSA ODI #726639SEAT BELTS
TRY TO CLICK TO SEAT BELT ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE.WAS NOT ABLE TO UNLATCH. HAD TO CLIMB OUT. THEN WITH MUCH FORCE PRIED IT OPEN.CONSUMER CONTACTED DEALER. *AK
NHTSA ODI #844224ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
REPLACED LOOS EGROUND WIRE CONNECTING TO ENGINE CYLINDER HEAD FROM WIRING HARNESS. *AK
NHTSA ODI #508043SEAT BELTS
SEAT BELT BUCKLE LOCKED DRIVER IN THE SEAT BELT. *AK
NHTSA ODI #968340
