MYRModel Year Report

1985 Chrysler Lebaron

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1985 Chrysler Lebaron
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:40:38.726Z

Only 10 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 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
10

Too few to rank

Recalls
6

Campaigns on file for 1985

Investigations
4

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 1985: 10 complaints 1985 10 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 1985: 10 complaints 1985 10 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 1985: 10 complaints 1985 10 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

1985: 10 complaints

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

Known problem areas

Only 10 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Engine and engine cooling

4 of 10 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine and gasoline.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

The vehicle was in the park position for five minutes when the vehicle caught on fire in the engine compartment due to the gasket valve cover caming detached, causing oil to enter in the the engine compartment.

NHTSA ODI report, 1997-08-01

Engine compartment fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-06-19

The vehicle cut off after being driven a short distance. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for repairs four times, and now the vehicle doesn't start at all.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-06-05

Suspension

2 of 10 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing shackle and rear.

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Consumer was driving stoped on highway and the rear frame broke almost causing and accident . *ak weld broke rear axle attachment to frame the axle came loose from vehicle, the weld broke.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-07-30

Seat belts

2 of 10 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing retractor.

Vehicle speed control

1 of 10 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

Structure

1 of 10 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing frame and members.

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 4 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1984-12-26Seat belts84V163000 Required front center seat belt assembly was omitted. Vehicles are not in compliance with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 209, seat belt assemblies.

    Remedy: Installation of missing center seat belt will be done without charge.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. R
    1985-02-09Fuel system, gasoline85V010000 An engine compartment fuel hose routed to the fuel system pressure regulator may have an inadequately tightened hose clamp.

    Remedy: Reposition and tighten to the proper torque level of the fuel hose clamp.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  3. I
    1987-08-07Preliminary evaluationClosed 1987-11-17 Seat failures
  4. I
    1987-11-17Engineering analysisClosed 1988-05-18 Seat attachment
  5. I
    1988-05-18CClosed 1989-10-30 Seat attachment failure
  6. R
    1988-10-07Seats88V061000 A service replacement drivers seat cushion (Manual seat type) may contain wrong cushion with a brace that could interfere with power seat adjuster mechanism and cause stress on the frame.

    Remedy: Replace frame with proper power seat frame.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  7. R
    1988-11-15Fuel system, gasoline88V105000 Fuel leakage may occur in low ambient temperature operation at connections of an engine compartment fuel supply hose to the pressure regulator and to the fuel rail.

    Remedy: Relocate pressure regulator; replace fuel supply with formed hose with revised routing configuration to ensure sealing integrity.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  8. R
    1989-06-06Seats89V011000 Drivers seat frame may experience fatigue failure at one (Front/outboard) of its four attachments.

    Remedy: Replace drivers seat frame with a strenghtened version; also, reinforce power adjuster front crossmember to increase rigidity of seat attachment system.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1985 Chrysler Lebaron — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Seat belts: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 84V163000 · Seat belts
  • Recall 85V010000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 88V061000 · Seats
  • Recall 88V105000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 89V011000 · Seats
  • Recall 08E033000 · Suspension
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 1985 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 1985 Chrysler Lebaron?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1985 Chrysler Lebaron have?
6 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.