1982 Chrysler LeBaron Base MT
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- Photo: 1983 Chrysler LeBaron four-door in Silver Crystal Coat, front left, 2019-06-14 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1985 Chrysler LeBaron Convertible, front right, 06-04-2023 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1986 Chrysler LeBaron (4091684284) by dave_7 from Lethbridge, Canada, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1982 Chrysler LeBaron Medallion in Pearl White, Rear Left, 05-29-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1985 Chrysler LeBaron Convertible, rear right, 06-04-2023 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1982 Chrysler LeBaron Base MT is an 84-hp 2.2-liter inline-4 with a 4-speed manual and front-wheel drive.
It makes 84 horsepower.
The LeBaron measures 179.2 inches long on a 100.3-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Convertible |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 135 cu in (2.2L) K I4 |
| Displacement | 2.2 L |
| Horsepower | 84 hp |
| Injection Type | 2-barrel Holley carburetor |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 26 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Unleaded regular |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 179.2 in |
| Width | 68 in |
| Height | 52.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 100.3 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1982 Chrysler LeBaron Base MT with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1982 Chrysler LEBARON. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Mar 29, 1989 · SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
FRONT SUSPENSION CROSSMEMBER MAY CORRODE AND FAIL AT LOWER CONTROL ARM REAR PIVOT MOUNTS IF OPERATED WHERE SALT IS USED TO AID IN SNOW REMOVAL.
Consequence: CONTROL ARM COULD DETACH FROM THE CROSSMEMBER, ADVERSELYAFFECTING DIRECTIONAL STABILITY, WHICH COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy: INSTALL ATTACHMENT REINFORCEMENT BRACKETS TO PREVENT CONTROL ARM DETACHMENT AS A RESULT OF CORROSION WEAKENING.
NHTSA campaign 89V052000
Jun 15, 1982 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID
THE BRAKE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM BAY BE EQUIPPED WITH BRAKE FLUID CONTAINING AN EXCESS OF WATER.
Remedy: DEALER WILL REPLACE DEFECTIVE BRAKE FLUID WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.
NHTSA campaign 82V063000
May 27, 1982 · SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
CLAMP BOLTS INSTALLED ON CERTAIN VEHICLES MAY CONTAIN CRACKS. EVENTUALLY THESE BOLTS MAY BREAK THROUGH, CAUSING SEPARATION OF THE BALL JOINT FROM THE STEERING KNUCKLE.
Remedy: DEALER WILL REPLACE BOTH BALL JOINT STUD CLAMP BOLTS WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.
NHTSA campaign 82V055000
Sep 22, 1981 · VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
THE AUTOMATIC SPEED CONTROL SWITCH MAY STICK IN THE "RESUME" POSITION RESTRICTING RETURN MOVEMENT. THIS WILL NOT ALLOW THE NORMAL BRAKE PEDAL OPERATION TO DEACTIVATE THE SYSTEM.
Remedy: THE SHIELD PORTION OF THE "RESUME" SLIDE LEVER IN THE SPEED CONTROL UNIT WILL BE REPLACED WITHOUT CHARGE.
NHTSA campaign 81V111000
1 owner complaint to NHTSA for the 1982 Chrysler LEBARON
Owner Complaints
1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA for the 1982 Chrysler LEBARON. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Structure | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1982 CHRYSLER LEBARON. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.