1987 Chrysler LeBaron 2.5 3AT
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- Photo: 1989 Chrysler LeBaron Highline in Flash Red Clearcoat, Front Left, 01-04-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1993 Chrysler LeBaron Highline Convertible with Sport Package, front left (Cruisin' the River Lowellville Car Show, June 19th, 2023) by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Chrysler cabriolet arriving Schaffen-Diest 2018 by Charles01, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1989 Chrysler LeBaron Highline in Flash Red Clearcoat, Rear Right, 04-04-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1993 Chrysler LeBaron Highline Convertible with Sport Package, rear left (Cruisin' the River Lowellville Car Show, June 19th, 2023) by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1987 Chrysler LeBaron 2.5 3AT is a 100-hp 2.5-liter inline-4 with a 3-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It is rated at 21 mpg combined.
It makes 100 horsepower and 136 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 19 mpg city and 25 mpg highway (21 mpg combined).
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Convertible |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.5 L SOHC inline-4, naturally aspirated |
| Displacement | 2.5 L |
| Horsepower | 100 hp |
| Torque | 136 lb-ft |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 2 valves per cylinder (8 valves) |
| Bore and Stroke | 87.5 x 104 |
| Injection Type | Throttle-body fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 3-speed automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 19 MPG |
| Highway | 25 MPG |
| Combined | 21 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded gasoline |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Cargo Volume | 15 ft³ |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1987 Chrysler LeBaron 2.5 3AT 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
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1987 Chrysler LEBARON. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Apr 14, 2008 · SUSPENSION
FEDERAL MOGUL IS RECALLING 6,903 AFTERMARKET BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES SHIPPED BETWEEN NOVEMBER 9, 2007 AND MARCH 26, 2008, WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS. THE PART NUMBERS PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS ARE: K7147, K7329, K8683, AND 104353. THESE PARTS WERE MADE FOR USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE.
Consequence: THE NUTS INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGING FOR THESE BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES ARE MISSING THE INTENDED PREVAILING TORQUE (SELF-LOCKING) FEATURE. IF THE INCORRECT NUT WAS TO BECOME LOOSE, THE JOINING MEMBERS MAY LOOSEN LEADING TO A SEPARATION OF THE BALL JOINT. THIS MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: FEDERAL MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 22, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL MOGUL AT 877-489-6659.
NHTSA campaign 08E033000
Jul 1, 1988 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
FUEL LEAKAGE MAY OCCUR IN LOW AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OPERATION AT CONNECTIONS OF AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FUEL SUPPLY HOSE TO THE PRESSURE REGULATOR AND TO THE FUEL RAIL.
Consequence: IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, FUEL LEAKAGE COULDRESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy: RELOCATE PRESSURE REGULATOR; REPLACE FUEL SUPPLY WITH FORMED HOSE WITH REVISED ROUTING CONFIGURATION TO ENSURE SEALING INTEGRITY.
NHTSA campaign 88V105000
Jul 16, 1987 · VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
DRIVERS FLOORMAT MISPOSITIONED SUCH AS TO INTERFERE WITH ACCELERATOR PEDAL.
Consequence: FLOORMAT MAY RESTRICT RETURN OF ACCELERATOR PEDAL TO THEIDLE POSITION.
Remedy: FLOORMAT WILL BE REPLACED WITH A REDESIGNED MAT TO ELIMINATE THE INTERFERENCE.
NHTSA campaign 87V107000
43 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1987 Chrysler LEBARON
Owner Complaints
43 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1987 Chrysler LEBARON (5 mention a crash, 7 a fire, 3 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 9 |
| Fuel System | 8 |
| Gasoline | 8 |
| Seat Belts | 8 |
| Electrical System | 5 |
| Steering | 4 |
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 1987 CHRYSLER LEBARON. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.