1984 Chrysler Lebaron

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1984 Chrysler Lebaron
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:35:41.772Z

Only 7 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 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
7

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1984

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 2 complaints 1984: 7 complaints 1984 7 1985: 10 complaints 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 1984: 7 complaints 1984 7 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 1984: 7 complaints 1984 7 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

1984: 7 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 7 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Steering

3 of 7 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing rack and pinion and pump.

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Found that rak and pinion bolts were stripped and there was only one bolt holding up the frame. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-04-12

Fuel system, gasoline

3 of 7 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing injectors and fuel injection system.

FIRE
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Vehicle caught fire due to failure or fuel injectors prior to recall.

NHTSA ODI report, 1998-03-23

Engine and engine cooling

1 of 7 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine.

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While driving, engine light came on, pulled over, checked fluid, no signs of leakage; engine would not restart; female driver left stranded; very scary.…

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-10-13

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1984-12-14Fuel system, gasoline84V147000 The potential for fuel leakage exists in the engine compartment at the fuel reservoir seam and its hose connections. The fuel reservoir is a silver colored can mounted to the air cleaner.

    Remedy: The hoses and the metal tube that attaches to the fuel reservoir will be replaced with new components. The dealer will also replace or reseal the reservoir.

  2. I
    1990-11-13Defect petitionClosed 1991-03-05 Frame corrosion
  3. I
    1990-12-10Engineering analysisClosed 1991-12-31 Trans park system failure
  4. R
    2008-05-22Suspension08E033000 Federal mogul is recalling 6,903 aftermarket ball joint assemblies shipped between November 9, 2007 and March 26, 2008, which may have been packaged with incorrect nuts. The part numbers packaged…

    Remedy: Federal mogul will notify owners and replace the parts free of charge. The recall began on May 22, 2008. Owners can contact federal mogul at 877-489-6659.

Buy-smart checklist

1984 Chrysler Lebaron — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Steering: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 84V147000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 08E033000 · Suspension

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FAQ

Is the 1984 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 1984 Chrysler Lebaron?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1984 Chrysler Lebaron have?
2 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.