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1992 Chrysler LeBaron 3.0 4AT

The 1992 Chrysler LeBaron 3.0 4AT is a 141-hp 3.0-liter V6 with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It is rated at 20 mpg combined.

It makes 141 horsepower at 5,000 rpm and 172 lb-ft of torque at 3600 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 25 mpg highway (20 mpg combined).

Spec Value
Vehicle
PowertrainGas
Engine
Engine Type3.0 L SOHC 12-valve V6 (Mitsubishi 6G72)
Displacement3 L
Horsepower141 hp @ 5,000 rpm
Torque172 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm
ValvetrainSOHC, 2 valves per cylinder (12 valves)
Bore and Stroke91.1 x 76
Injection TypeMulti-point fuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission4-speed automatic
Fuel Economy
City18 MPG
Highway25 MPG
Combined20 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded gasoline
Dimensions & Weight
Cargo Volume14 ft³

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1992 Chrysler LEBARON. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

May 13, 1992 · LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH

THE HOOD LATCH ASSEMBLY MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PROPERLY INSTALLED AND THE SECONDARY HOOD LATCH MAY BE PREVENTED FROM ENGAGING WHEN THE HOOD IS CLOSED.

Consequence: IF THE PRIMARY HOOD LATCH ENGAGEMENT FAILS, THE LACK OFENGAGEMENT BY THE SECONDARY HOOD LATCH COULD CAUSE THE HOOD TO OPEN WHILE THEVEHICLE IS IN MOTION, REDUCING OPERATOR'S ABILITY TO SEE THE ROAD AND ONCOMINGTRAFFIC, AND POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.

Remedy: ADJUST THE SECONDARY HOOD LATCH TO ALLOW THE LATCH ASSEMBLY TO PROPERLY ENGAGE WHEN THE HOOD IS CLOSED.

NHTSA campaign 92V070000

Feb 14, 1992 · STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

THE ZINC PLATING OPERATION PERFORMED ON THE UPPER STEERING COLUMN SHAFT COUPLING BOLT CAUSED HYDROGEN EMBRITTLEMENT AND BREAKAGE OF THE BOLT.

Consequence: FRACTURES OF THE UPPER STEERING COLUMN SHAFT COUPLINGBOLT RESULT IN A LACK OF COUPLING LOAD ON THE SHAFT AND LOSS OF STEERINGCONTROL.

Remedy: REPLACE THE ZINC PLATED BOLT WITH A PHOSPHATE PLATED BOLT.

NHTSA campaign 92V015000

80 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1992 Chrysler LEBARON

Owner Complaints

80 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1992 Chrysler LEBARON (10 mention a crash, 7 a fire, 10 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Power Train18
Hydraulic12
Service Brakes12
Electrical System10
Suspension10
Air Bags7
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Dec 30, 2008 · Unknown Or Other
“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1992 CHRYSLER LEBARON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PAINT WAS PEELING FROM THE ROOF AND FRONT BUMPER ON HIS VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT HE CALLED THE…”
May 29, 2002 · Power Train
“MILEAGE INDICATOR NEVER CHANGED WHEN VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK”
May 29, 2002 · Power Train
“MILEAGE INDICATOR NEVER CHANGED WHEN VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK”
Apr 24, 2002 · Fuel System, Gasoline Fire
“ENGINE BAY CAUGHT FIRE, SUSPECTED FUEL LEAK NEAR FIREWALL. CAR BURNED TO THE GROUND.*AK”
Mar 5, 2001 · Latches/Locks/Linkages
“THE DRIVERS DOOR LATCH BROKE WHILE DRIVING, THE DOOR HAD TO BE HELD SHUT BY THE DRIVER UNTIL SHE RETURNED HOME. NLM”

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 1992 CHRYSLER LEBARON. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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