1991 Chrysler Lebaron
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 1 |
| 1983 | 2 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 10 |
| 1986 | 25 |
| 1987 | 42 |
| 1988 | 32 |
| 1989 | 49 |
| 1990 | 68 |
| 1991 | 63 |
| 1992 | 78 |
| 1993 | 66 |
| 1994 | 102 |
| 1995 | 75 |
| 1996 | 3 |
| 1997 | 2 |
| 2003 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
24% of complaints: power train — 15 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1991 CHRYSLER LEBARON. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE GEAR SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL THEN INTO SECOND GEAR WITHOUT WARNING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20080516
13% of complaints: visibility — 8 distinct reports on file.
13% of complaints: air bags — 8 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
THE CONSUMER HIT A DEER AND THE AIR BAG DIDN'T DEPLOY. TT *JB
NHTSA ODI report, 19951101
NO DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVER'S AIR BAG DURING ACCIDENT, RESULTING IN INJURY. *SKD
NHTSA ODI report, 19950615
CONSUMER WAS IN AN ACCIDENT AND THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DIDN'T DEPLOYED. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950602
6% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 4 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: power train — 4 distinct reports on file.
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THE MOST COMMON PROBLEMS WITH THE TRANSMISSION ARE POOR SHIFTING QUALITIES AND SUDDEN LOCKS INTO SECOND GEAR.ALSO THE TRANSMISSION NEVER SHIFTS INTO THIRD GEAR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20040422
SAFETY TIMELINE
FRONT DISC BRAKE CALIPER GUIDE PIN BOLTS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN ADEQUATELY TORQUED AND COULD LOOSEN.
Remedy: PROPERLY TORQUE FRONT BRAKE CALIPER GUIDE PIN BOLTS TO 250 POUNDS.
Campaign 90V162000 — check if this car was fixed
THE TWO AIR BAG SYSTEM FRONT IMPACT SENSORS MAY NOT BE SECURED TO THEIR MOUNTING BRACKETS.
Remedy: REPAIR TO ASSURE PROPER ATTACHMENT OF FRONT IMPACT SENSORS TO BRACKETS.
Campaign 90V194000 — check if this car was fixed
MISMATCHED PARKING BRAKE CABLE LENGTHS TO THE REAR WHEELS REDUCES BRAKING ABILITY OF ONE OF THE REAR WHEELS, IN VIOLATION OF FMVSS 105.
Remedy: REPLACE MISMATCHED PARKING BRAKE CABLE WITH ONE OF CORRECT LENGTH.
Campaign 91V078000 — check if this car was fixed
FRONT OUTBOARD SAFETY BELT MAY BECOME DIFFICULT TO LATCH AND OR UNLATCH DUE TO A WEBBING STIFFENER ENTERING THE BUCKLE HOUSING AND DISLODGING THE BUCKLE LATCH GUIDE.
Remedy: REPLACE BUCKLE LATCH ENGAGEMENT.
Campaign 91V122000 — check if this car was fixed
THE OWNER'S MANUAL INCORRECTLY STATES THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER DOOR CANNOT BE OPENED FROM THE INSIDE IF THE DOOR IS LOCKED UNTIL THE LOCK CONTROL HANDLE HAS BEEN PULLED UP. ON THESE VEHICLES, THE FRON
Remedy: NOTIFY THE VEHICLE OWNERS OF THE ERROR IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL AND INFORM THEM OF THE ACTUAL OPERATION OF THE FRONT DOOR LOCK SYSTEM.
Campaign 92V016000 — check if this car was fixed
THROTTLE WILL NOT RETURN TO THE POSITION
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1991 Chrysler Lebaron — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 90V162000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 90V194000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 91V078000 (parking brake) has been completed.
- Verify recall 91V122000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 92V016000 (structure) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1991 Chrysler Lebaron reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1991 Chrysler Lebaron is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1991 Chrysler Lebaron?
The most-reported component is power train:automatic transmission, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1991 Chrysler Lebaron have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.