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Chrysler LeBaron1992–1995

Year-by-year buyer intelligence from NHTSA safety data — reliability, value, and which years to target or avoid.

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Chrysler LeBaron
1992–1995
B
Defect Risk
Recall intensity
0.0/yr · seg. median 0.0
Limited data — provisional
Safety
Low
0 inj.
✓No open federal investigations
2
Recalls
69
Complaints
—
Best Yr
8
Injuries
Top issue: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
4
Years Analyzed
2
Total Recalls
69
Total Complaints
8
Reported Injuries
0
Reported Deaths

Federal Defect Investigations

NHTSA investigations are the stage that precedes a recall. 2 past investigations into the LeBaron became recalls.

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Data current as of September 11, 2026.

Chrysler LeBaron — Year-by-Year Comparison

Every model year ranked by Buyer Score. Click any year for its detailed problem report.

YearRecallsComplaintsInjuriesDeathsReliabilityValueBuyer ScoreVerdict
19950151—
57
39
51
Caution
19940165—
57
39
51
Avoid
19930171—
57
39
51
Avoid
19922211—
57
39
51
Avoid

Buyer Score = Reliability (65%) + Value window (35%). Deaths and injuries sourced from NHTSA complaint filings. Year links open full NHTSA problem reports.

Known Chrysler LeBaron Problems

Most frequently reported components across all model years, from NHTSA owner complaints.

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
7
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
5
SUSPENSION:FRONT
5
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
4
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
3
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
3
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
2
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
2

Complaint counts across all model years. Numbers indicate frequency, not severity.

Shopping by Era

How each generation of the LeBaron compares — best year within each era shown.

Pre-2013

Older LeBaron models are deeply depreciated but carry higher wear and repair risk. High mileage is common. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and verify full recall history.

Proceed with Caution
1992 · 511993 · 511994 · 511995 · 51

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best year LeBaron to buy?+

See the Buyer Score table above for a full ranking of every LeBaron model year.

Which LeBaron years have the most problems?+

See the year-by-year problem table for a complete breakdown.

What is the Buyer Score?+

The Buyer Score is a composite metric that combines reliability (65% weight) and depreciation value (35% weight). Reliability reflects recall and complaint severity. Value reflects how much of the vehicle's depreciation has already been absorbed by prior owners — a 4–6 year old vehicle typically sits in the sweet spot.

What are the most common LeBaron problems?+

The most frequently reported Chrysler LeBaron issues involve: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION, SUSPENSION:FRONT, SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER. These are aggregated across all model years from NHTSA owner complaint filings. Frequency of complaints does not necessarily indicate severity.

Deep-Dive Research

Common Problems

Full year-by-year breakdown of every documented defect for the Chrysler LeBaron.

Reliability Score

Reliability rating and score breakdown compared to similar sedan vehicles.

Years to Avoid

Every LeBaron year ranked by problem score — worst years listed with full reasoning.

Found the right year? Verify the specific car.

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