MYRModel Year Report

1983 Chrysler Lebaron

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1983 Chrysler Lebaron
RENDERED 2026-11-01T17:04:43.683Z

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
2

Too few to rank

Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 1983

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1982: 1 complaint 1983: 2 complaints 1983 2 1984: 7 complaints 1985: 10 complaints 1985 1986: 25 complaints 1987: 43 complaints 1988: 32 complaints 1988 1989: 50 complaints 1990: 68 complaints 1991: 63 complaints 1991 1992: 80 complaints 1993: 66 complaints 1994: 102 complaints 1994 1995: 75 complaints 1996: 3 complaints 1997: 2 complaints 1997 2003: 1 complaint
1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 2 complaints 1983 2 1984: 7 complaints 1984 1985: 10 complaints 1986: 25 complaints 1986 1987: 43 complaints 1988: 32 complaints 1988 1989: 50 complaints 1990: 68 complaints 1990 1991: 63 complaints 1992: 80 complaints 1992 1993: 66 complaints 1994: 102 complaints 1994 1995: 75 complaints 1996: 3 complaints 1996 1997: 2 complaints 2003: 1 complaint 2003
1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 2 complaints 1983 2 1984: 7 complaints 1984 1985: 10 complaints 1985 1986: 25 complaints 1986 1987: 43 complaints 1987 1988: 32 complaints 1988 1989: 50 complaints 1989 1990: 68 complaints 1990 1991: 63 complaints 1991 1992: 80 complaints 1992 1993: 66 complaints 1993 1994: 102 complaints 1994 1995: 75 complaints 1995 1996: 3 complaints 1996 1997: 2 complaints 1997 2003: 1 complaint 2003

1983: 2 complaints

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YearComplaints
19800
19810
19821
19832
19847
198510
198625
198743
198832
198950
199068
199163
199280
199366
1994102
199575
19963
19972
20031

Known problem areas

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Seats

1 of 2 total reports mentions: seats, most commonly citing power adjust.

Show complaint excerpts

While driving, driver's seat slid forward; could not stop seat from moving forward; caused seat belt to tighen around chest and neck; electrical seats.

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-09-01

Engine and engine cooling

1 of 2 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

Vehicle fire. (Ohio state police report)

NHTSA ODI report, 1997-04-24

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1982-09-03Service brakes, hydraulic82V085000 On the involved vehicles, improper routing of the hydraulic brake tube could cause it to chafe against the park brake cables. Eventually, the brake tube may fail and brake fluid leakage may occur.

    Remedy: Dealer will reroute the hydraulic brake tube, if necessary, without charge to owner.

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  2. R
    1982-09-17Equipment82V092000 The travel computer system wiring, on the involved vehicles, may be improperly connected. This condition can cause damage to internal components.

    Remedy: The wiring will be reconnected to ensure proper functioning of ignition system..

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  3. R
    1982-12-16Service brakes, hydraulic82V123000 Hydraulic brake tubing routed to the left rear wheel brake system may have been bent out of shape during assembly and could chafe against the exhaust system hanger bolt.

    Remedy: Dealer will inspect and relocate tube, if necessary. A retaining clip will be installed to ensure adequate clearance for the tubing; any damaged tubes will also be replaced.

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  4. I
    1987-10-27Defect petitionClosed 1988-02-19 Stalling
  5. R
    1989-06-29Suspension89V052000 Front suspension crossmember may corrode and fail at lower control arm rear pivot mounts if operated where salt is used to aid in snow removal.

    Remedy: Install attachment reinforcement brackets to prevent control arm detachment as a result of corrosion weakening.

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  6. I
    1990-12-10Engineering analysisClosed 1991-12-31 Trans park system failure

Buy-smart checklist

1983 Chrysler Lebaron — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Seats: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 82V085000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 82V092000 · Equipment
  • Recall 82V123000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 89V052000 · Suspension
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 1983 Chrysler Lebaron reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1983 Chrysler Lebaron?
The most-reported component is seats, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1983 Chrysler Lebaron have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.