1994 Chrysler Lebaron

◆ Worse than typical
1994 Chrysler Lebaron
RENDERED 2026-11-01T11:38:48.933Z

This year had 30% to 100% more 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.

Complaints
102
Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Structure

30% 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 1994: 102 complaints 1994 102 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 1994: 102 complaints 1994 102 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 1994: 102 complaints 1994 102 1995: 75 complaints 1995 1996: 3 complaints 1996 1997: 2 complaints 1997 2003: 1 complaint 2003

1994: 102 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.

Structure

30% · 31 reports

Most commonly citing hinge and attachments and door.

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Consumer states when trying to open door driver side door fell of the hinge. Dealer notified.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-07-16

Power train

24% · 24 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and axle assembly.

Engine and engine cooling

22% · 22 reports

Most commonly citing gasoline and belts and associated pulleys.

CRASHFIREINJURY
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Vehicle lost power while driving/ engine compartment caught on fire.*mr vehicle was a total loss.*ph while driving the vehicle lost all power. The driver pulled to the south shoulder and exited the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-01-09

Suspension

7% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing rear and shock absorber.

Visibility

6% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing windshield and glass, side/rear.

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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    1994Complaint volume 102 complaints filed for this model year.
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    2003-05-07Defect petitionClosed 2003-07-22 Steering column separation

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  • Structure: 31 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 24 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 22 reports on file for this year.

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FAQ

Is the 1994 Chrysler Lebaron reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1994 Chrysler Lebaron is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1994 Chrysler Lebaron?
The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1994 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.