1992 Chrysler Lebaron: problems, recalls and reliability
2 recalls and 80 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is power train (23% of complaints).
Data updated weekly · latest recall May 1992
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 80 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“Tl*the contact owns a 1992 chrysler lebaron. The contact stated that the paint was peeling from the roof and front bumper on his vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer, but he called the manufacturer to inquire if they would repair it for free. The manufacturer stated that they would not pay for the repair because the vehicle was too old and the mileage was too high. The failure mileage was 96,000. Updated 020209 *bf updated 02/03/09. *jb”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Dec 2008
“Basically, everything happened at once. First, my door fell completely off of the hinges and is now wired shut. Then, I was informed that I needed a new water pump put in. My transmission feels as though it is locked in second gear (I haven't yet found out what the problem is with my transmission). All, the while my car has been overheating ever since I bought the car a year ago and I need a new radiator.*ak”Owner report · Suspension · Oct 2003
“The vehicle unpredictably shifts into second gear while traveling at freeway speeds. First occurance was at 62,000 miles. The repairs so far only solve the problem for a brief period of time, 10,000 to 15,000 per repair. During the winter months I drive in the snow weekly. This condition makes the car extremly unsafe on wet or icy roads. Its now driven only on dry roads. Can this transmission be repaired?”Owner report · Power Train · Jun 2001
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“While sitting at a stop sign vehicle was rearended, and neither airbag deployed*ak. Driver sustained injuries to the neck, back, and knee. *slc”Owner report · Air Bags · Jul 2000
“While at a stop sign vehicle was rearended. Upon impact, drivers seat became loose and shaky, partially detatched from anchors. *ak consumer suffered injuries.*jb”Owner report · Seats · Jul 2000
“Starting up vehicle and smoke was coming out from the under the dash of the steering column, and shut off vehicle. Got out and vehicle caught on fire. Vehicle was totalled. *ak”Owner report · Electrical System · Sep 1999
“There is a short within the ignition switch, and ignition switch locks up. Consumer is unable to get the vehicle to start, and the dealer can't determine the cause of the problem. *ak”Owner report · Electrical System · Sep 1999
“When traveling 55 mph the hood flew up, reducing driver's ability to see oncoming traffic. Consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer has yet to replace parts. Recall number 92v070000/ hood latch failure this vehicle not included in recall due to VIN#. Please provide any further details. *ak”Owner report · Latches/Locks/Linkages · Aug 1999
“While driving at <5 mph (rush hour traffic), depressed accelerator and car reacted as if in neutral (revving, no movement), let off gas and tried again. Engine revved, slammed into gear and went approx. 30 ft. Occurred 3 more times and had to be towed. Transmission shop stated that "overdrive snap ring broke inside main input drum assembly and the forward drum assembly blew up" resulting in need to rebuild trans., replace all clutch plates and torque converter. Shop stated that chrysler knew of this problem and had upgrades to transmission but did not recall because "not every car had the problem". Cost to rebuild transmission and have upgrade installed $2025.51.”Owner report · Power Train · Jan 1999
“There were weld cracks in the rear axle. Took vehicle to dealership & informed by mechanic it needs to be replaced with new rear axle. Took to 2nd mechanic & informed the same reasoning. The service manager said it can only be welded. *ak”Owner report · Power Train · Dec 1998
When filing, owners marked a crash in 10 of these complaints and injuries in 11 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 2 campaigns
THE HOOD LATCH ASSEMBLY MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PROPERLY INSTALLED AND THE SECONDARY HOOD LATCH MAY BE PREVENTED FROM ENGAGING WHEN THE HOOD IS CLOSED.
Remedy: ADJUST THE SECONDARY HOOD LATCH TO ALLOW THE LATCH ASSEMBLY TO PROPERLY ENGAGE WHEN THE HOOD IS CLOSED.
THE ZINC PLATING OPERATION PERFORMED ON THE UPPER STEERING COLUMN SHAFT COUPLING BOLT CAUSED HYDROGEN EMBRITTLEMENT AND BREAKAGE OF THE BOLT.
Remedy: REPLACE THE ZINC PLATED BOLT WITH A PHOSPHATE PLATED BOLT.
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Is the 1992 Chrysler Lebaron reliable?
NHTSA has 80 owner complaints and 2 recall campaigns on record for the 1992 Chrysler Lebaron. The most complained-about area is power train (23% of complaints).
At what mileage do 1992 Chrysler Lebaron problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 96,000 miles or less.
Does the 1992 Chrysler Lebaron have open recalls?
2 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning latches/locks/linkages:hood:latch. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.