1988 Chrysler LeBaron 2.2 Turbo 5MT
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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 1988 Chrysler LeBaron 2.2 Turbo 5MT is a 146-hp 2.2-liter turbocharged inline-4 with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It is rated at 21 mpg combined.
It makes 146 horsepower and 168 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 26 mpg highway (21 mpg combined).
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Convertible |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.2 L SOHC turbocharged inline-4 (Turbo I) |
| Displacement | 2.2 L |
| Horsepower | 146 hp |
| Torque | 168 lb-ft |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 2 valves per cylinder (8 valves) |
| Bore and Stroke | 87.5 x 92 |
| Injection Type | Multi-point fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 18 MPG |
| Highway | 26 MPG |
| Combined | 21 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded gasoline |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Cargo Volume | 15 ft³ |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1988 Chrysler LeBaron 2.2 Turbo 5MT 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
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 1988 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
32 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1988 Chrysler LEBARON
Owner Complaints
32 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1988 Chrysler LEBARON (5 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 5 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Seat Belts | 6 |
| Steering | 6 |
| Air Bags | 4 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 4 |
| Structure | 4 |
| Fuel System | 2 |
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 1988 CHRYSLER LEBARON. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.