1989 Chrysler Lebaron Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 1989 Chrysler Lebaron has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 49 complaints with NHTSA, including 10 crashes, 7 fires, 7 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (17 reports).

2Recalls
49Owner complaints
10Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1989 Chrysler Lebaron recalls

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads

Recall 92V017Feb 11, 199241,000 vehicles affected

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine

Recall 89V237Dec 27, 1989634,000 vehicles affected

Most common 1989 Chrysler Lebaron problems

Problem areas named in the 49 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Engine And Engine Cooling17
Air Bags11
Electrical System9
Power Train7
Service Brakes, Hydraulic4
Structure3
Steering3
Unknown Or Other3
Suspension2
Seats2

What owners report

2003-08-11, Air Bags
WHILE DRIVING AT 15 MPH VEHICLE HIT A POTHOLE AND AIR BAGS DEPLOYED, CAUSING SEVERE BURNS TO THE CONSUMER. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK
2003-05-12, Engine And Engine Cooling
THE CONSUMER DISCOVERED A RELATED RECALL AND CONFIRMED THE VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER WAS INCLUDED IN THE RECALL, THE CONSUMER CONTACTED THE DEALER REGARDING REMEDY 89V237000 WHO ADVISED THE RECALL WAS TOO OLD AND THEY WERE NO LONGER HONORING IT. *JB
2002-12-11, Electrical System
KEY CAME OUT OF IGNITION WHILE CAR STILL RUNNING AND ABLE TO BE PUT INTO GEAR. CAR ROLLED BACKWARD KNOCKING DOWN DRIVER CAUSING FATAL INJURIES. DT
2002-10-15, Air Bags
CONSUMER STATES WHILE TRAVELING AT 15 MPH THE VEHICLE TRAVELING AHEAD SUDDENLY CAME TO A STOP, CAUSING A REAR IN COLLISION BY CONSUMER. CONSUMER STATES THE DRIVERS SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYED, AND A PUDDY LIKE SUBSTAINS FROM AIRBAG CAUSED SECOND DEGREE BURNS TO CONSUMERS FACE. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. MR
2002-09-06, Vehicle Speed Control
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

1989 Chrysler Lebaron questions

Does the 1989 Chrysler Lebaron have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1989 Chrysler Lebaron: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads; Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1989 Chrysler Lebaron?

Based on 49 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (17), Air Bags (11), Electrical System (9).

How do I check if a recall on my 1989 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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