1986 Chrysler LeBaron
US · Subcompact Cars
The 1986 Chrysler LeBaron is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 2.2L 4-cylinder (FFS), 2.2L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO), 2.5L 4-cylinder (FFS)
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 2.2L 4-cylinder (FFS), 2.2L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO), 2.5L 4-cylinder (FFS) | |
| Displacement | 2.2 L to 2.5 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 3 to 5 | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 32 mpg (7.4 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
13 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
- 2.2L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- 2.2L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- 2.5L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- LeBaron Convertible · 2.2L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- LeBaron Convertible · 2.2L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- LeBaron Convertible · 2.2L · FWD · 5-speed manual
- LeBaron Convertible · 2.5L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- LeBaron GTS · 2.2L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- LeBaron GTS · 2.2L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- LeBaron GTS · 2.2L · FWD · 5-speed manual
- LeBaron GTS · 2.2L · FWD · 5-speed manual
- LeBaron GTS · 2.5L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- LeBaron GTS · 2.5L · FWD · 5-speed manual
Recalls
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 8, 2026.
08E033000: 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.
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.
Reported April 14, 2008. View on NHTSA
88V105000: 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.
Remedy: RELOCATE PRESSURE REGULATOR; REPLACE FUEL SUPPLY WITH FORMED HOSE WITH REVISED ROUTING CONFIGURATION TO ENSURE SEALING INTEGRITY.
Reported July 1, 1988. View on NHTSA
88V061000: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST
A SERVICE REPLACEMENT DRIVERS SEAT CUSHION (MANUAL SEAT TYPE) MAY CONTAIN WRONG CUSHION WITH A BRACE THAT COULD INTERFERE WITH POWER SEAT ADJUSTER MECHANISM AND CAUSE STRESS ON THE FRAME.
Remedy: REPLACE FRAME WITH PROPER POWER SEAT FRAME.
Reported April 8, 1988. View on NHTSA
86V053000: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
BATTERY CAP VENTS MAY BE PARTIALLY OR COMPLETELY BLOCKED WITH PLASTIC FLASHING. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: A BUILD UP OF INTERNAL GAS PRESSURE COULD OCCUR WHICH COULD RESULT IN CASE RUPTURE, PARTICULARLY DURING POST CHARGING. SHOULD A PERSON BE IN THE…
Remedy: REWORK BATTERIES BY PROBING BOTH VENT ORIFICES TO ELIMINATE ANY VENT OBSTRUCTION.
Reported April 10, 1986. View on NHTSA
86V028000: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
A RESISTOR IN THE ELECTRONIC PANEL CLUSTER MAY BE SUBJECTED TO AN ELECTRICAL CURRENT OVERLOAD DUE TO FAILURE OF A SWITCHING TRANSISTOR. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: THE OVERHEATED RESISTOR COULD IGNITE AND START AN INSTRUMENT PANEL…
Remedy: MODIFY INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER BY REPLACING THE RESISTOR WITH A FUSED RESISTOR THAT WILL NOT IGNITE IF OVERLOADED.
Reported February 19, 1986. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 23, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 23, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 23, 2026
Data verified: October 24, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
Related vehicles
- 1985 Chrysler LeBaron
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.2L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO) CA model), 2.2L 4-cylinder ((FFS) CA model), 2.6L 4-cylinder ((FFS) CA model), 2.2L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.2L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)), 2.6L 4-cylinder ((FFS)) · FWD
24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) - 1987 Chrysler LeBaron
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.2L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)), 2.5L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.2L 4-cylinder ((FFS)) · FWD
24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1986 Chrysler LeBaron have?
Varies by configuration: 2.2L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.2L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)), 2.5L 4-cylinder ((FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1986 Chrysler LeBaron?
Combined fuel economy is 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 1986 Chrysler LeBaron front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: FWD.
Are there recalls for the 1986 Chrysler LeBaron?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 8, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.