1993 Chrysler LeBaron problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
One of the years to avoid
With 87 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 12.4 times the median LeBaron year — the 1993 model ranks #6 of 23 LeBaron years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.
Transmission leads the complaint categories with 23 reports (26% of the total).
87
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
1
Investigations
6
Crash-involved
1
Fires reported
3
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 1993 compare to other LeBaron years?
What are the most common 1993 Chrysler LeBaron problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission | 23 | 26% | ▲ up |
| Suspension | 14 | 16% | — flat |
| Electrical System | 11 | 13% | — flat |
| Engine | 7 | 8% | ▲ up |
| Brakes | 5 | 6% | ▼ down |
| Airbags | 4 | 5% | ▼ down |
| Seats | 4 | 5% | ▼ down |
| Speed Control | 4 | 5% | ▲ up |
| Steering | 4 | 5% | ▲ up |
| Fuel System | 3 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Body & Structure | 3 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Lighting | 2 | 2% | — flat |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 2% | — flat |
| Latches & Locks | 1 | 1% | ▼ down |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“WHILE DRIVING THERE WAS A BANG. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED AND IT WAS DISCOVERED THE TRANSMISSION WAS DEFECTIVE. AFTER HAVING THE TRANSMISSION REPLACED, THE TRANSMISSION WAS DEFECTIVE AGAIN. THE SECOND GEAR IS GONE. *AK THERE WAS A LOUD BANG AND THE VEHICLE JERKED EXTREMELY HARD. THE TRANSMISSION WAS…”
“DEALER WELDED ENDS OF BROKEN TORSION BARS TO TRAILING ARMS 9/8/99 THE WELD BROKE 8/30/00 CHRYSLER SAYS IT IS NOT A MANF. DEFECT. THE CAR WAS NOT INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT SO WHAT CAUSED IT TO BREAK 2 TIMES? IT SURE SEEM TO ME LIKE A MANAF. DEFECT. ONE OF THE REPAIR PLACES I HAD LOOK AT IT THOUGHT THE…”
“DURING VEHICLE OPERATION THE VEHICLE STALLS WITHOUT WARNING. THIS HAS BEEN A CONTINUOUS PROBLEM AND THE DEALER IS UNABLE TO FIND THE PROBLEM. *AK CONSUMR STATES DOOR LOCK ARE INOPERABLE WHEN HEADLIGHS ARE ON ENGINE SURGES AND MAKES NOISE.*JB”
“WHILE DRIVING IN SNOW SERPENTINE BELT WOULD BECOME DISLODGED DUE TO SNOW GETTING INSIDE OF ENGINE. TAKEN TO DEALERSHIP & INFORMED CONSUMER OF A FACTORY DEFECT. SERPENTINE BELT NEEDED REPLACING. NO WAY TO BLOCK SNOW FROM GETTING INTO ENGINE.*AK”
1993 Chrysler LeBaron — common questions
Is the 1993 Chrysler LeBaron reliable?
NHTSA data argues against it: 87 complaints put the 1993 model at #6 of 23 LeBaron years. It is one of the LeBaron years to avoid.
What are the most common 1993 LeBaron problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are transmission (23 complaints), suspension (14 complaints), electrical system (11 complaints).
Does the 1993 Chrysler LeBaron have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1993 Chrysler LeBaron.
Is the 1993 Chrysler LeBaron under NHTSA investigation?
NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.
Which Chrysler LeBaron years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the LeBaron years to avoid are 1994, 1992, 1990, 1991, 1995, 1993, 1989, 1987, 1988, 1986. The cleanest record among LeBaron years belongs to 1981.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.