1994 Chrysler Lebaron
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 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.
30% of complaints: structure — 31 distinct reports on file, 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. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20030716
24% of complaints: power train — 24 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and axle assembly.
22% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 22 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing gasoline and belts and associated pulleys.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
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, 20040109
7% of complaints: suspension — 7 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing rear and shock absorber.
6% of complaints: visibility — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing windshield and glass, side/rear.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
STEERING COLUMN SEPARATION
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1994 Chrysler Lebaron — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for structure issues (31 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (24 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (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 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.