1992 Chrysler Lebaron recalls & complaints
Source: NHTSA, updated daily. Last checked 2026-10-19. Recalls apply to specific VINs — run your VIN to confirm.
2 safety recalls, most serious first
1. Latches / locks
What's wrong, in plain English: Doors, hood or trunk may open unexpectedly. 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.
What could happen: 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.
The fix: ADJUST THE SECONDARY HOOD LATCH TO ALLOW THE LATCH ASSEMBLY TO PROPERLY ENGAGE WHEN THE HOOD IS CLOSED.
What to do
- Check whether your car is affected: enter your 17-digit VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. A recall covers specific VINs, not every 1992 LEBARON.
- Book a repair at any authorized Chrysler dealer. Quote NHTSA campaign 92V070000.
- The repair is free. By US law, safety recall repairs cost the owner nothing, no matter the car's age or mileage.
- Buying this car used? Ask the seller for proof the recall was completed, or run the VIN yourself before paying.
Official wording from NHTSA
Component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
Summary: 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.
Consequence: 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.
Notes: SYSTEM: HOOD LATCH.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
2. Steering
What's wrong, in plain English: If steering fails you can lose control of the car. THE ZINC PLATING OPERATION PERFORMED ON THE UPPER STEERING COLUMN SHAFT COUPLING BOLT CAUSED HYDROGEN EMBRITTLEMENT AND BREAKAGE OF THE BOLT.
What could happen: FRACTURES OF THE UPPER STEERING COLUMN SHAFT COUPLINGBOLT RESULT IN A LACK OF COUPLING LOAD ON THE SHAFT AND LOSS OF STEERINGCONTROL.
The fix: REPLACE THE ZINC PLATED BOLT WITH A PHOSPHATE PLATED BOLT.
What to do
- Check whether your car is affected: enter your 17-digit VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. A recall covers specific VINs, not every 1992 LEBARON.
- Book a repair at any authorized Chrysler dealer. Quote NHTSA campaign 92V015000.
- The repair is free. By US law, safety recall repairs cost the owner nothing, no matter the car's age or mileage.
- Buying this car used? Ask the seller for proof the recall was completed, or run the VIN yourself before paying.
Official wording from NHTSA
Component: STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Summary: THE ZINC PLATING OPERATION PERFORMED ON THE UPPER STEERING COLUMN SHAFT COUPLING BOLT CAUSED HYDROGEN EMBRITTLEMENT AND BREAKAGE OF THE BOLT.
Consequence: 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.
Notes: SYSTEM: STEERING; UPPER STEERING COLUMN COUPLING BOLT.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES; SEDANS, CONVERTIBLES, AND MINI-VANS.
Useful for owners
- OBD2 code reader — see what the car's computer is reporting
- Compact car fire extinguisher
- Digital tire pressure gauge
- 1992 Chrysler Lebaron owner's manual
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA
Most complained-about parts: Transmission / drivetrain (18), Suspension (12), Brakes (12), Hydraulic (12), Electrical system (11).
Complaints are unverified reports from owners. A pattern (many complaints about the same part) matters more than any single one.
Read recent complaints (8)
12/30/2008 · Unknown Or Other
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 TH…
05/29/2002 · Transmission / drivetrain
MILEAGE INDICATOR NEVER CHANGED WHEN VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK
05/29/2002 · Transmission / drivetrain
MILEAGE INDICATOR NEVER CHANGED WHEN VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK
04/24/2002 · Fuel system · fire
ENGINE BAY CAUGHT FIRE, SUSPECTED FUEL LEAK NEAR FIREWALL. CAR BURNED TO THE GROUND.*AK
03/05/2001 · Latches / locks
THE DRIVERS DOOR LATCH BROKE WHILE DRIVING, THE DOOR HAD TO BE HELD SHUT BY THE DRIVER UNTIL SHE RETURNED HOME. NLM
02/09/2001 · Airbags · crash
WHILE SITTING AT A STOP SIGN VEHICLE WAS REARENDED, AND NEITHER AIRBAG DEPLOYED*AK. DRIVER SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE NECK, BACK, AND KNEE. *SLC
02/09/2001 · Seats · crash
WHILE AT A STOP SIGN VEHICLE WAS REARENDED. UPON IMPACT, DRIVERS SEAT BECAME LOOSE AND SHAKY, PARTIALLY DETATCHED FROM ANCHORS. *AK CONSUMER SUFFERED INJURIES.*JB
01/07/2001 · Lights
TURN SIGNAL (LEFT) FAILED 3 TIMES; CIGARETTE LIGHTER HASN'T WORKED SINCE CAR WAS PURCHASED. *AK