1993 Chrysler Lebaron

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1993 Chrysler Lebaron
RENDERED 2026-11-01T17:09:35.925Z

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
66
Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Power train

35% 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 1989: 50 complaints 1990: 68 complaints 1991: 63 complaints 1991 1992: 80 complaints 1993: 66 complaints 1993 66 1994: 102 complaints 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 1989: 50 complaints 1990: 68 complaints 1990 1991: 63 complaints 1992: 80 complaints 1992 1993: 66 complaints 1993 66 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 1989: 50 complaints 1989 1990: 68 complaints 1990 1991: 63 complaints 1991 1992: 80 complaints 1992 1993: 66 complaints 1993 66 1994: 102 complaints 1994 1995: 75 complaints 1995 1996: 3 complaints 1996 1997: 2 complaints 1997 2003: 1 complaint 2003

1993: 66 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

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

Power train

35% · 23 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and axle assembly.

CRASH
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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, 2004-08-18

Suspension

20% · 13 reports

Most commonly citing rear and front.

Electrical system

17% · 11 reports

Most commonly citing ignition and alternator/generator/regulator.

Engine and engine cooling

11% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing belts and associated pulleys and gasoline.

FIRE
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The vehicle caught on fire while driving and resulted in extensive damage.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-03-04

Service brakes

8% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. I
    2003-05-07Defect petitionClosed 2003-07-22 Steering column separation

Buy-smart checklist

1993 Chrysler Lebaron — pre-purchase inspection

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  • Power train: 23 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 13 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 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 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.