The most-reported LASER run is 1C3BA44E7FG (1985 builds) with 1 complaints, 1× the typical run. Fuel system problems make up 29% of reports; NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for LASER model years 1984–1986.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Chrysler LASER has 5 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 100% of every LASER complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1C3BA44E7FG•••••• | 1985 | — | — | |
| 1C38A44D1FG•••••• | 1985 | — | — | |
| 1C3BA54E9FG•••••• | 1985 | — | 1 | |
| 1C3BA54E2GG•••••• | 1986 | — | 1 | |
| 1C3BA54E6GG•••••• | 1986 | — | — |
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | 3 | 3 | — |
Heaviest year here is 1985 at 1 complaints per run; lightest is 1985 at 1.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 29% of everything Chrysler LASER owners report: Fuel System, 2 of 5 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System | — | 2 | |
| Gasoline | — | 2 | |
| Tires | — | — | |
| Power Train | — | — | |
| Seats | — | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 6 recall campaigns on the Chrysler LASER; the 6 below cover build years 1984 to 1986. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 08E033000 | Suspension | 1984–1986 |
| 88V105000 | Fuel System, Gasoline | 1985–1986 |
| 86V053000 | Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery | 1986 |
| 85V010000 | Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 1985 |
| 89V011000 | Seats | 1985 |
| 84V008000 | Latches/locks/linkages:hood:latch | 1984 |
How serious were they
| Outcome | Chrysler LASER | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 5 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 0 (0%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 2 (40%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 100% below the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Chrysler LASER share of that is 5 complaints over 5 runs, 0% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Chrysler LASER VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 5 NHTSA complaints from 5 LASER runs and 6 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which LASER production run has the most complaints?
1C3BA44E7FG, a 1985 build, with 1 complaints. The typical LASER run has 1.
How many LASER complaints involve a crash?
0% of 5 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 2 involved a fire.
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