Chrysler LeBaron Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Chrysler LeBaron model year (1992–1995) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Chrysler LeBaron Years to Avoid
0 recalls · 71 complaints
9 reported injuries
Top issue: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Problem score: 89
2 recalls · 57 complaints
5 reported injuries
Top issue: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Problem score: 73
0 recalls · 48 complaints
5 reported injuries
Top issue: STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
Problem score: 58
Best Chrysler LeBaron Years to Buy
0 recalls · 42 complaints
Main area: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Problem score: 48
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Chrysler LeBaron — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 0 | 48 | 5 | — | 58 | Avoid |
| 1994 | 0 | 71 | 9 | — | 89 | Avoid |
| 1993 | 0 | 42 | 3 | — | 48 | Caution |
| 1992 | 2 | 57 | 5 | — | 73 | Avoid |
All 4 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Chrysler LeBaron Shopping Guide by Era
Pre-2013
Proceed with CautionOlder LeBaron models have more accumulated wear and a larger recall history. These are higher-risk purchases without documented maintenance records and a clean VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year LeBaron should I avoid?+
Avoid the 1994 Chrysler LeBaron if possible. It has 0 recalls, 71 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 89 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year LeBaron to buy?+
The 1993 Chrysler LeBaron is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 48. It has only 0 recalls and 42 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which LeBaron has the fewest problems?+
The 1993 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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