MYRModel Year Report

1988 Chrysler Lebaron

▲ Better than typical
1988 Chrysler Lebaron
RENDERED 2026-11-01T17:10:40.959Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
32
Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1988

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Steering

22% of complaints

Complaints per year

1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 2 complaints 1984: 7 complaints 1985: 10 complaints 1985 1986: 25 complaints 1987: 43 complaints 1988: 32 complaints 1988 32 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 1986: 25 complaints 1986 1987: 43 complaints 1988: 32 complaints 1988 32 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 1986: 25 complaints 1986 1987: 43 complaints 1987 1988: 32 complaints 1988 32 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

1988: 32 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

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Steering

22% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing steering wheel/handle bar and rack and pinion.

Seat belts

19% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing buckle assembly and anchorage.

Engine and engine cooling

16% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing gasoline and engine.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

Replaced broken timing belt.

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-03-27

Also filed under Fuel system, gasoline

Structure

13% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing frame and members.

Air bags

13% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing frontal.

CRASHINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

Upon head on collision, air bag inflated partially, resulting in injuries to driver. Tt tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-03-15

Safety timeline

1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first

To check one car, enter its VIN on the NHTSA recall page. Check a VIN →

  1. I
    1991-04-16Preliminary evaluationClosed 1991-08-30 Steering gear bolts loosen
  2. 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

1988 Chrysler Lebaron — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Steering: 7 reports on file for this year.
  • Seat belts: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 5 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 08E033000 · Suspension
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 1988 Chrysler Lebaron reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1988 Chrysler Lebaron is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1988 Chrysler Lebaron?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1988 Chrysler Lebaron have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

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