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1991 Chrysler LeBaron

Common problems & what to know before you buy

Before you message the seller, know the documented failure patterns, repair cost exposure, and risk level for the 1991 Chrysler LeBaron.

Safety record

Recalls on the 1991 Chrysler LeBaron

Recall·91V078000

Parking brake: linkage and cable

MISMATCHED PARKING BRAKE CABLE LENGTHS TO THE REAR WHEELS REDUCES BRAKING ABILITY OF ONE OF THE REAR WHEELS, IN VIOLATION OF FMVSS 105.

Recall·92V016000

Structure: door

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…

Recall·90V194000

Air bags: sensor/control module-inactive

THE TWO AIR BAG SYSTEM FRONT IMPACT SENSORS MAY NOT BE SECURED TO THEIR MOUNTING BRACKETS.

2 more in the guide, with whether each one was done on the car you're looking at.

Source: NHTSA

Owner complaints

What 82 owners reported

Power train21
Electrical system8
Air bags8
Service brakes7

Source: NHTSA

Specifications

1991 Chrysler LeBaron at a glance

Engine
2.5L 4-Cylinder, 3.0L 6-Cylinder
Transmission
Automatic 3-spd, Manual 5-spd, Automatic 4-spd
Drivetrain
FWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Body style
Convertible
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Frequently asked questions

What are the common problems with the 1991 Chrysler LeBaron?

Owners have filed 82 complaints about the 1991 Chrysler LeBaron with NHTSA, most often about the power train. There are 5 recall campaigns covering this model year. Squeezed's free research-backed buyer guide cross-references these against documented failure patterns and mileage-stage risks, sorted by severity, in about a minute.

Is the 1991 Chrysler LeBaron reliable?

Reliability depends heavily on the specific configuration and how the car was maintained. Start with the 5 open recall campaigns on this model year and confirm the work was completed. Generate a Squeezed buyer guide for this exact vehicle to see a reliability snapshot, repair-cost exposure, and the questions to ask the seller before you buy.

Should I still get a pre-purchase inspection on a 1991 Chrysler LeBaron?

Always. A Squeezed buyer guide is the triage step before the inspection: it shows you the documented failure patterns and what to check so you can decide which 1991 Chrysler LeBaron listings are even worth a mechanic's time, then walk into the PPI knowing exactly what to look for.

Squeezed is a buyer guide based on public data and industry patterns, not a mechanical inspection. Always get a professional pre-purchase inspection before you buy.