1991 Chrysler Lebaron: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1991 Chrysler Lebaron: 5 recalls, 63 owner complaints and up to 22 mpg combined.
Recalls
5 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #90V162000 · 1990 · 18,000 vehicles
What's wrong: Front disc brake caliper guide pin bolts May not have been adequately torqued and could loosen.
Why it matters: This could cause reduced braking effectiveness and couldresult in an accident.
The fix: Properly torque front brake caliper guide pin bolts to 250 pounds.
Airbags Vehicle recall #90V194000 · 1990 · 398 vehicles
What's wrong: The two air bag system front impact sensors May not be secured to their mounting brackets.
Why it matters: Air bag will not deploy in a frontal collision if thefront impact sensors are not attached.
The fix: Repair to assure proper attachment of front impact sensors to brackets.
Parking brake Vehicle recall #91V078000 · 1991 · 90 vehicles
What's wrong: Mismatched parking brake cable lengths to the rear wheels reduces braking ability of one of the rear wheels, in violation of fmvss 105.
Why it matters: Insufficient braking ablity could result in inadvertentvehicle rollaway which could result in a vehicle accident.
The fix: Replace mismatched parking brake cable with one of correct length.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #91V122000 · 1991 · 130,000 vehicles
What's wrong: Front outboard safety belt May become difficult to latch and or unlatch due to a webbing stiffener entering the buckle housing and dislodging the buckle latch guide.
Why it matters: Latch May open during accident or sudden stop, exposingseat occupant to increased risk of injury.
The fix: Replace buckle latch engagement.
Body & structure Vehicle recall #92V016000 · 1992 · 57,000 vehicles
What's wrong: The owner's manual incorrectly states that the front passenger door cannot be opened from the inside if the door is locked until the lock control handle has been pulled up. On these vehicles, the front passenger door can be opened by the inside door handle even if the door is locked.
Why it matters: The error in the owner's manual May lead a front seatpassenger to mistakenly open the car door while the vehicle is in motion,believing the inside door handle would not open if the door was locked. Thiscould result in an injury to the front seat passenger.
The fix: Notify the vehicle owners of the error in the owner's manual and inform them of the actual operation of the front door lock system.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 4 mention a fire, 5 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (21): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (8).
- Airbags (10): the most common themes are fails to deploy (2).
- Visibility (wipers, glass) (9): the most common themes are leaks (2), stalls / loses power (2).
- Electrical (7): the most common themes are fire / smoke (2).
The 1991 Chrysler Lebaron has 63 owner complaints, ranking #6 of 9 Lebaron model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 51). Complaints peaked in 1996 (14 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 7 years old, at a median of 33,564 miles. Neighboring years: 1990 (68 complaints, 2 recalls), 1992 (78 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 26 | 22 | Regular |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 24 | 20 | Premium |
| 3.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 24 | 20 | Regular |
| 3.0 L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 26 | 20 | Regular |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 3-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 22 | 19 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 1991 Chrysler Lebaron have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recalls for the 1991 Chrysler Lebaron. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 1991 Chrysler Lebaron problems?
Owners have filed 63 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (21), airbags (10), visibility (wipers, glass) (9).
What gas mileage does the 1991 Chrysler Lebaron get?
EPA ratings run up to 22 mpg combined (2.5 L, Automatic 3-spd), across 5 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 1991 Chrysler Lebaron repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.