Chrysler LeBaron recalls and complaints by year
Comprehensive recall and complaint data for the Chrysler LeBaron, sourced from official National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) records.
Last updated: (NHTSA data snapshot)
At a Glance
Stats focus on model years from 1960 onwards. Earlier years appear in the detailed table below where data exists.
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Key Takeaways
A quick scan of where recalls and complaints concentrate for the Chrysler LeBaron, based on aggregated NHTSA counts and campaign metadata.
- Coverage spans model years 1976–2003 with 41 recall campaigns and 832 complaints in NHTSA data.
- Years with the most recall activity: 1991 (5), 1985 (5), and 1986 (4).
- Years with the most complaint volume: 1994 (133), 1992 (100), and 1990 (96).
- Top recall themes: Brakes, Seats and restraints, and Fuel and emissions.
- Most reported complaint areas (across all years): Power train:automatic transmission, Air bags:frontal, Structure:body:door:hinge and attachments.
- Complaints are not proof of a defect, but repeated themes can be useful signals when researching a used vehicle.
- Always check your specific VIN for open recalls (open recalls are VIN-specific and can change over time).
Recall Themes
Instead of listing long campaign narratives, this groups recall campaigns into a few recurring areas. Each theme links back to official notices as evidence.
Brakes
8 campaigns · Years: 1976–1978, 1980, 1982–1983, 1989, 1991These campaigns relate to braking system components that can affect stopping performance or warning behavior.
Seats and restraints
6 campaigns · Years: 1976–1978, 1985–1986, 1991–1992These campaigns relate to seats, belts, airbags restraint integration, or child restraint anchoring components.
Fuel and emissions
4 campaigns · Years: 1981, 1984–1987These campaigns relate to fuel delivery or emissions components where leaks or failures can raise safety risk.
Steering and suspension
4 campaigns · Years: 1978, 1982–1983, 1992These campaigns relate to steering or suspension components that can affect vehicle control or stability.
Electrical
3 campaigns · Years: 1983, 1986These campaigns relate to wiring or electrical components that can cause warning lights, loss of function, or fire risk in some cases.
Airbags
2 campaigns · Years: 1990–1991These campaigns relate to airbag system components and deployment/airbag readiness issues.
Other
2 campaigns · Years: 1981–1982, 1987These campaigns do not fit a single dominant theme, or the component taxonomy is broad.
Engine and cooling
1 campaign · Years: 1989–1990These campaigns relate to engine or cooling components where failures can lead to stalling or overheating risk.
- 89V237000 · Engine and engine cooling
Most Reported Issues
Across all model years, the most frequently reported areas for the Chrysler LeBaron in NHTSA complaint data are Power train:automatic transmission, Air bags:frontal, Structure:body:door:hinge and attachments.
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Year-by-Year Overview
Each row shows how often this model appears in NHTSA recalls and consumer complaints for a given model year. These are counts of campaigns and complaints, not risk predictions.
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 0 | 1 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Air bags. |
| 1997 | 0 | 2 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Tires, Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe. |
| 1996 | 0 | 4 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Air bags:frontal, Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components, Visibility:power window devices and controls. |
| 1995 | 0 | 89 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Structure:body:door:hinge and attachments, Power train:automatic transmission, Seats:front assembly:recliner. |
| 1994 | 0 | 133 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Structure:body:door:hinge and attachments, Power train:automatic transmission, Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline. |
| 1993 | 0 | 87 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Power train:automatic transmission, Electrical system:ignition, Power train:axle assembly. |
| 1992 | 2 | 100 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train:automatic transmission, Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, Air bags:frontal. |
| 1991 | 5 | 95 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train:automatic transmission, Visibility:power window devices and controls, Air bags:frontal. |
| 1990 | 2 | 96 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train:automatic transmission, Air bags:frontal, Electrical system:ignition. |
| 1989 | 2 | 69 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine and engine cooling:engine, Air bags:frontal, Electrical system:wiring:front underhood. |
| 1988 | 0 | 40 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Air bags:frontal, Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline, Structure:frame and members. |
| 1987 | 2 | 59 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine and engine cooling:engine, Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline, Electrical system:ignition. |
| 1986 | 4 | 31 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline, Engine and engine cooling:engine, Power train:automatic transmission. |
| 1985 | 5 | 13 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine and engine cooling:engine, Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline, Seat belts. |
| 1984 | 1 | 7 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine and engine cooling:engine, Fuel system, gasoline, Steering: steering wheel/handle bar. |
| 1983 | 4 | 2 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline, Seats:front assembly:power adjust. |
| 1982 | 4 | 1 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Structure:frame and members. |
| 1981 | 2 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 1980 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 1979 | 0 | 1 | Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued. |
| 1978 | 3 | 2 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly, Power train:driveline:driveshaft. |
| 1977 | 2 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 1976 | 2 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
What to Do Next
- Check open recalls by VIN on the official NHTSA site (open recalls are VIN-specific).
- If buying used, ask for proof of recall remedy completion (dealer paperwork helps).
- If symptoms match common complaint themes, consider a mechanic inspection before purchase or long trips.
Recall Evidence by Year
A compact evidence view of recall campaigns that include this model. The default text is an original summary line, with official notice text available on demand.
Most common areas involved: Service brakes , Fuel system and Latches/locks/linkages
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⚠️ Important Safety Information
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