1993 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 | 43 |
| 1988 | 32 |
| 1989 | 50 |
| 1990 | 68 |
| 1991 | 63 |
| 1992 | 80 |
| 1993 | 66 |
| 1994 | 102 |
| 1995 | 75 |
| 1996 | 3 |
| 1997 | 2 |
| 2003 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
35% of complaints: power train — 23 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and axle assembly.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
WHILE DRIVING THERE WAS A BANG. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED AND IT WAS DISCOVERED THE TRANSMISSION WAS DEFECTIVE. AFTER HAVING THE TRANSMISSION REPLACED, THE TRANSMISSION WAS DEFECTIVE AGAIN. THE SECOND GEAR IS GONE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20040818
20% of complaints: suspension — 13 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing rear and front.
17% of complaints: electrical system — 11 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing ignition and alternator/generator/regulator.
11% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 7 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing belts and associated pulleys and gasoline.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE WHILE DRIVING AND RESULTED IN EXTENSIVE DAMAGE. *AK *NLM
NHTSA ODI report, 20030304
8% of complaints: service brakes — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASHSAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
STEERING COLUMN SEPARATION
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1993 Chrysler Lebaron — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (23 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (13 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (11 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 1993 Chrysler Lebaron reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1993 Chrysler Lebaron is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1993 Chrysler Lebaron?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 35% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1993 Chrysler Lebaron have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.