CarRecallWatchThe 1990 Chrysler Lebaron has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 68 complaints with NHTSA, including 8 crashes, 2 fires, 4 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (28 reports).
1990 Chrysler Lebaron recalls
Most common 1990 Chrysler Lebaron problems
Problem areas named in the 68 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 28 |
| Electrical System | 12 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 9 |
| Air Bags | 8 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 7 |
| Suspension | 6 |
| Unknown Or Other | 5 |
| Seats | 4 |
| Visibility | 4 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 |
What owners report
DT: THE CALLER SAID HIS FRIEND WAS TURNING INTO DRIVEWAY AND THE ENGINE CAUGHT ON FIRE. SHE WAS GOING ABOUT 15 MPH. FIRE DEPARTMENT CAME TO PUT OUT THE FIRE. A REPORT WAS FILED. NO OTHER PROPERTY WAS DAMAGED. THEY DO NOT KNOW WHAT STARTED THE FIRE, BUT THE CALLER SAID IT STARTED TOWARDS THE BOTTOM OF THE ENGINE. DEALER SAID THEY WILL HAVE TO CHECK OUT THE VEHICLE BEFORE THEY COULD SAY ANYTHING ABOUT THE VEHICLE. MANUFACTURER HAS NOT BEEN CONTACTED YET. CALLER SAID THERE WERE RECALLS ON THE AIRBAGS AND ON A OIL LEAK.*AK
PAINT CONTINUES TO PEEL FROM TOP SURFACES
CAR IS A LEMON!!!!!!!! *LA
REAR BRAKE LINING SEPARATED FROM THE BRAKE SHOE. THE LOOSE SHOE WAS STILL IN PLACE CAPTURED BY THE CALIPER. CONSUMER'S 1990 VEHICLE WAS NOT PART OF RECALL 92V017000. DEALER REPLACED THE REAR BRAKES. HOWEVER, ONE OF THE BRAKE LININGS SEPARATED FROM THE SHOE AGAIN. CONSUMER FELT THIS WAS A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE. *TT
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION LOCKS INTO SECOND GEAR WHEN ACCELERATING FROM STOP AND WILL NOT UPSHIFT. THIS HAPPENS EVERY TIME. (LIMP MODE). THERE ARE AT LEAST 32 TSB'S COVERING VARIOUS PROBLEMS ON THE A604/41TE TRANSMISSIONS. I CALLED CHRYSLER ABOUT THIS AND THEY TELL ME THERE IS NO RECALL OR EXTENDED WARRANTY. ESTIMATED REPAIRS TO DATE ARE $1950 - $2100. THE CAR IS LIKE NEW OTHERWISE, BUT USELESS AS IS.*AK
1990 Chrysler Lebaron questions
Does the 1990 Chrysler Lebaron have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1990 Chrysler Lebaron: Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module-Inactive; Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1990 Chrysler Lebaron?
Based on 68 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (28), Electrical System (12), Engine And Engine Cooling (9).
How do I check if a recall on my 1990 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.