Chrysler LeBaron complaints by model year
649 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | 82 | 7 | 4 | 0 |
| 1994 | 107 | 7 | 5 | 0 |
| 1993 | 70 | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| 1992 | 80 | 10 | 6 | 2 |
| 1991 | 66 | 6 | 5 | 5 |
| 1990 | 70 | 9 | 2 | 2 |
| 1989 | 49 | 10 | 7 | 2 |
| 1988 | 32 | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| 1987 | 42 | 5 | 7 | 2 |
| 1986 | 25 | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| 1985 | 10 | 0 | 2 | 5 |
| 1984 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 1983 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4 |
| 1982 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 1989–2003. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 1989 | 1990 | 1991 | 1992 | 1993 | 1994 | 1995 | 1996 | 1997 | 2003 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power train | 7 | 29 | 22 | 20 | 22 | 26 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 3 | 1 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 33 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 15 | 9 | 4 | 4 | 7 | 22 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 8 | 11 | 7 | 9 | 12 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 11 | 9 | 10 | 7 | 4 | 3 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Suspension | 2 | 7 | 4 | 12 | 13 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 3 | 6 | 8 | 12 | 4 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 2 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Chrysler LeBaron recalls (27)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one LeBaron model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92V070000 | May 13, 1992 | STRUCTURE:HOOD ASSEMBLY:LATCHES | 1992 | — |
| 92V015000 | Feb 14, 1992 | STEERING:COLUMN SHAFT UPPER | 1992 | — |
| 92V017000 | Feb 11, 1992 | BRAKES:HYDRAULIC:DISC:PADS AND SHOES | 1989 | — |
| 92V016000 | Feb 11, 1992 | STRUCTURE:DOOR ASSEMBLY | 1991 | — |
| 91V122000 | Jul 11, 1991 | INTERIOR SYSTEMS:ACTIVE SEAT AND SHOULDER BELTS AN | 1991 | — |
| 91V078000 | May 14, 1991 | EMERGENCY PARKING BRAKE:MECHANICAL:LINKAGES AND CA | 1991 | — |
| 90V194000 | Nov 19, 1990 | INTERIOR SYSTEMS:PASSIVE RESTRAINT:AIR BAG IMPACT | 1991 | — |
| 90V162000 | Sep 4, 1990 | BRAKES:HYDRAULIC:DISC:CALIPER | 1991 | — |
| 90V080000 | Apr 25, 1990 | INTERIOR SYSTEMS:PASSIVE RESTRAINT:AIR BAG IMPACT | 1990 | — |
| 89V237000 | Dec 27, 1989 | ENGINE:GASKETS:VALVE COVER | 1989, 1990 | — |
| 89V052000 | Mar 29, 1989 | SUSPENSION:INDEPENDENT FRONT CONTROL ARM:LOWER | 1982, 1983 | — |
| 89V011000 | Jan 31, 1989 | INTERIOR SYSTEMS:SEAT TRACK ANCHORS AND SEATS | 1985 | — |
| 88V105000 | Jul 1, 1988 | FUEL:FUEL SYSTEMS | 1985, 1986, 1987 | — |
| 88V061000 | Apr 8, 1988 | INTERIOR SYSTEMS:TRACKS AND ANCHORS:FRONT SEAT:POW | 1985, 1986 | — |
| 87V107000 | Jul 16, 1987 | FUEL:THROTTLE LINKAGES AND CONTROL:PEDAL | 1987 | — |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Chrysler LeBaron FAQ
How many recalls has the Chrysler LeBaron had?
NHTSA lists 27 recall campaigns that cover at least one Chrysler LeBaron model year from 1982 to 2003. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Chrysler LeBaron year has the most complaints?
Among the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 1994 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (107) and the 2003 the fewest (1). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Chrysler LeBaron problems?
Across the 1989–2003 model years, owners most often name the power train, structure, engine and engine cooling in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Chrysler LeBaron get?
EPA rates the 1995 Chrysler LeBaron at 21 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.