1986 Chrysler Lebaron Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

The 1986 Chrysler Lebaron has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 25 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 5 fires, 2 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (8 reports).

4Recalls
25Owner complaints
4Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1986 Chrysler Lebaron recalls

Fuel System, Gasoline

Recall 88V105Jul 1, 1988580,000 vehicles affected

Seats:Front Assembly:Power Adjust

Recall 88V061Apr 8, 19881,500 vehicles affected

Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery

Recall 86V053Apr 10, 198632,149 vehicles affected

Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash

Recall 86V028Feb 19, 19867,600 vehicles affected

Most common 1986 Chrysler Lebaron problems

Problem areas named in the 25 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Engine And Engine Cooling8
Electrical System5
Structure4
Power Train3
Steering3
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1
Seat Belts1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Parking Brake1

What owners report

2007-06-15, Tires
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1986 CHRYSLER LEBARON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT TWENTY INCHES OF TREAD HAS SEPARATED FROM THE DRIVER SIDE FRONT FIRESTONE RESPONSE SE (P18575R14) TIRE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON JUNE 15, 2007, WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH. UPDATED 07/24/07. *JB
2005-03-22, Power Train
THE DRIVER WAS SECURING A GATE WHEN THE SELECTOR LEVER IN HIS 1986 CHRYSLER LEBARON MOVED FROM PARK TO REVERSE. AS A RESULT THE VEHICLE ROLLED BACKWARDS STRIKING THE DRIVER. THE DRIVER DIED FROM INJURIES SUSTAINED IN THIS ACCIDENT. *NM COMPLAINANT IS A CONSULTANT ENGINEER WHO EVALUATES AUTOMOBILE TRANSMISSIONS. *JB THE POSITION INDICATOR WAS VAGUE AND HARD TO READ. *SC
2003-11-06, Power Train
WITH ENGINE RUNNING, DRIVER EXITED VEHICLE TO OPEN GATE. TRANSMISSION SELF SHIFTED FROM APPARENT PARK INTO REVERSE AND VEHICLE BACKED OVER DRIVER AND KILLED HIM.*AK
2002-10-08, Electrical System
CONSUMER STATES RESISTOR IN THE ELECTRONIC PANEL CLUSTER CAUSE AN ELECTRICAL CURRENT OVER LOAD DUE TO FAILURE OF SWITCHING TRANSISTOR. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *MR
2002-03-22, Electrical System
VEHICLE WILL NOT START. DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFIED AT THIS TIME. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

1986 Chrysler Lebaron questions

Does the 1986 Chrysler Lebaron have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 1986 Chrysler Lebaron: Fuel System, Gasoline; Seats:Front Assembly:Power Adjust; Electrical System:12V/24V/48V Battery; Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1986 Chrysler Lebaron?

Based on 25 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (8), Electrical System (5), Structure (4).

How do I check if a recall on my 1986 Chrysler Lebaron has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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