The most-reported LeBaron run is 1C3EU4535SF (1995 builds) with 11 complaints, 7.3× the typical run. Power train problems make up 26% of reports; 1995 is the worst model year at 2.7 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 28 recall campaigns for LeBaron model years 1981–1992.
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 LeBaron has 321 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 8% of every LeBaron complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1C3EU4535SF•••••• | 1995 | 1 | 1 | |
| 1C3EU4537RF•••••• | 1994 | — | — | |
| 1C3EU4538RF•••••• | 1994 | — | — | |
| 1C3EU4537SF•••••• | 1995 | 2 | 1 | |
| 1C3EU4530SF•••••• | 1995 | — | — | |
| 1C3EU4533RF•••••• | 1994 | — | — | |
| 1C3EU4531SF•••••• | 1995 | — | 1 | |
| 1C3XU4532NF•••••• | 1992 | — | — | |
| 1C3EU4534SF•••••• | 1995 | 1 | — | |
| 1C3EU4532RF•••••• | 1994 | 2 | — | |
| 3C3XA5634MT•••••• | 1991 | 1 | — | |
| 1C3EU4530RF•••••• | 1994 | 1 | 1 |
Each of the other 309 LeBaron runs has 5 complaints or fewer.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list. On the Chrysler LeBaron the gap between build years is 2.7×: a 1995 car draws 2.7 complaints per run, a 1984 one 1.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 69 | 26 | 5 | |
| 1994 | 77 | 32 | 6 | |
| 1993 | 52 | 37 | 4 | |
| 1992 | 68 | 48 | 9 | |
| 1991 | 42 | 32 | 5 | |
| 1990 | 59 | 42 | 5 | |
| 1989 | 36 | 29 | 6 | |
| 1988 | 20 | 20 | 5 | |
| 1987 | 26 | 25 | 3 | |
| 1986 | 16 | 15 | 4 | |
| 1985 | 11 | 10 | — | |
| 1984 | 7 | 7 | — |
Heaviest year here is 1995 at 2.7 complaints per run; lightest is 1984 at 1.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 26% of everything Chrysler LeBaron owners report: Power Train, 107 of 484 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 6 | — | |
| Structure | 2 | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 | 13 | |
| Electrical System | 1 | 14 | |
| Suspension | — | — | |
| Air Bags | 30 | 2 | |
| Service Brakes | 5 | — | |
| Hydraulic | 5 | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 28 recall campaigns on the Chrysler LeBaron; the 6 below cover build years 1981 to 1990. 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 | 1984–1990 |
| 88V105000 | Fuel System, Gasoline | 1985–1987 |
| 89V237000 | Engine And Engine Cooling:engine | 1989–1990 |
| 88V061000 | Seats:front Assembly:power Adjust | 1985–1986 |
| 89V052000 | Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Arm | 1982–1983 |
| 81V111000 | Vehicle Speed Control | 1981–1982 |
How serious were they
Of the 484 reports on the Chrysler LeBaron, 10.7% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, above the norm.
| Outcome | Chrysler LeBaron | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 484 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 52 (10.7%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 35 (7.2%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 44 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 2 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 84% above 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 LeBaron share of that is 484 complaints over 321 runs, 0.04% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Chrysler LeBaron VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 484 NHTSA complaints from 321 LeBaron runs and 28 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which LeBaron production run has the most complaints?
1C3EU4535SF, a 1995 build, with 11 complaints, 1 of them after a crash. The typical LeBaron run has 1.5.
Which LeBaron years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 1995 is heaviest at 2.7 complaints per run and 1984 lightest at 1.
How many LeBaron complaints involve a crash?
10.7% of 484 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 35 involved a fire.
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