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1992 Chrysler Lebaron problems

The most common problem on the 1992 Chrysler Lebaron is transmission and drivetrain. It has 77.0 times the complaints of a typical Lebaron model year.

Typical year77.0x the typical complaints
Owner complaints
77
Recalls
2
Service bulletins
51
Worst area
Transmission
Fuel economy
18-22mpg

The worst 1992 Chrysler Lebaron problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

Problems by type

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  • Transmission
    18
  • Brakes
    12
  • Suspension
    11
  • Electrical
    9
  • Airbags
    7
  • Fuel system
    6
  • Body
    5
  • Seats
    4
  • Engine
    3
  • Locks
    3
  • Acceleration
    2
  • Lights
    2
  • Seat belts
    2
  • Visibility
    2
  • Steering
    1
  • Tires
    1

Specific symptoms reported on the 1992 Chrysler Lebaron

ABS 5Stalling 5

Recalls 2

Latches/locks/linkages: hood: latchReported May 13, 1992 · 17,000 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The hood latch assembly may not have been properly installed and the secondary hood latch may be prevented from engaging when the hood is closed.
Risk
If the primary hood latch engagement fails, the lack ofengagement by the secondary hood latch could cause the hood to open while thevehicle is in motion, reducing operator's ability to see the road and oncomingtraffic, and possibly resulting in a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Adjust the secondary hood latch to allow the latch assembly to properly engage when the hood is closed.

Recall number 92V070000 · Recall details

Steering: steering wheel/handle barReported February 14, 1992 · 20,000 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The zinc plating operation performed on the upper steering column shaft coupling bolt caused hydrogen embrittlement and breakage of the bolt.
Risk
Fractures of the upper steering column shaft couplingbolt result in a lack of coupling load on the shaft and loss of steeringcontrol.
Remedy
Replace the zinc plated bolt with a phosphate plated bolt.

Recall number 92V015000 · Recall details

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Defect investigations

Throttle will not return to the positionOpened May 14, 1996, closed October 31, 1996

Uncontrolled engine speed condition results fro throttle shaft binding

PE96036

Technical service bulletins for the 1992 Chrysler Lebaron 51

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 51 bulletins for the 1992 Chrysler Lebaron

1992 Chrysler Lebaron fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
2.5L 4‑cylFWD16-2022-2618-22
3.0L 6‑cylFWD16-1824-2619-21

What 1992 Chrysler Lebaron owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Dec 30, 2008 · 96,000 miles · MA

Tl*the contact owns a 1992 chrysler lebaron. The contact stated that the paint was peeling from the roof and front bumper on his vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer, but he called the manufacturer to inquire if they would repair it for free. The manufacturer stated that they would not pay for the repair because the vehicle was too old and the mileage was too high. The failure mileage was 96,000. Updated 020209 *bf updated 02/03/09.

Filed May 29, 2002 · Transmission · MS

Mileage indicator never changed when vehicle was purchased. Dealer notified.

Filed May 29, 2002 · Transmission · MS

Mileage indicator never changed when vehicle was purchased. Dealer notified.

Filed Apr 24, 2002 · Fuel system · CA · fire

Engine bay caught fire, suspected fuel leak near firewall. Car burned to the ground.

Filed Mar 5, 2001 · Locks · WI

The drivers door latch broke while driving, the door had to be held shut by the driver until she returned home. Nlm

Filed Feb 9, 2001 · Seats · TX · crash · 1 injury

While at a stop sign vehicle was rearended. Upon impact, drivers seat became loose and shaky, partially detatched from anchors. *ak consumer suffered injuries.

Filed Feb 9, 2001 · Airbags · TX · crash · 1 injury

While sitting at a stop sign vehicle was rearended, and neither airbag deployed*ak. Driver sustained injuries to the neck, back, and knee.

Filed Jan 7, 2001 · Lights · GA

Turn signal (left) failed 3 times; cigarette lighter hasn't worked since car was purchased.

Filed Sep 14, 2000 · Electrical · IL · fire

Steering wheel column caught fire after noticing air bag light on, air conditioner quit working, power windows quit working, and the ignition wasn't working, took to dealer to fix, everything works except when the air conditioner is on it seems like something is getting hot.

Filed Sep 7, 2000 · Suspension · FL

Brought vehicle to a number of repair shops plus the dealer before locating the problem. Had a number of items changed which did not eliminate the squeeking noice from the rear.

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Questions about the 1992 Chrysler Lebaron

Is the 1992 Chrysler Lebaron reliable?

Owners have filed 77 complaints about the 1992 Chrysler Lebaron, 77.0 times a typical Lebaron model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1992 Chrysler Lebaron?

Transmission and drivetrain, with 18 complaints. Next is brakes (12).

How many recalls does the 1992 Chrysler Lebaron have?

2 recalls, covering latches/locks/linkages and steering.

What year does the Chrysler Lebaron have bad transmission?

The Chrysler Lebaron model years with the most transmission complaints are 1990 (28 complaints), 1994 (24 complaints) and 1991 (21 complaints).

What gas mileage does the 1992 Chrysler Lebaron get?

Official estimates for the 1992 Chrysler Lebaron range from 18 to 22 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.5L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 16-20 city and 22-26 highway.

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