Does the 1978 Chrysler LeBaron have any recalls?

3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: latches/locks/linkages, steering, service brakes, hydraulic. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 1978 Chrysler LeBaron recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Chrysler dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 1978 Chrysler LeBaron?

2 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

1978 Chrysler LeBaron recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1978 Chrysler LeBaron. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Chrysler been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. Recall repairs are free.

1978 Chrysler LeBaron recalls, newest first

December 28, 1977NHTSA 77V2400001,207,458 vehicles potentially affected

Latches/locks/linkages › Hood › Latch

Summary: On the involved vehicles, the hood secondary catch system may be misaligned which may cause the secondary catch to malfunction. Consequently, the hood may not be securely latched.
Remedy: Dealer will adjust the catch system to fully secure the hood, without charge.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

November 28, 1977NHTSA 77V21100022,000 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Steering wheel/handle bar

Summary: The columns may contain steering shafts in which the steering column coupling roll pin retaining notch was machined too deep. This may cause the steering wheel shaft to become disengaged from the rest of the steering assembly.
Remedy: Dealer will install a cotter pin through the roll pin to ensure retention, at no cost to owner.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

October 25, 1977NHTSA 77V1880001,225,000 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Summary: On the involved vehicles, damage to the front wheel brake hydraulic system could occur due to front wheel brake line tube corrosion. Front wheel brake hoses may become brittle and crack due to prolonged operation in cold temperatures.
Remedy: The dealer will replace both front hoses if found necessary and in addition, will install a plastic shield between the battery thermo-guard and the tubes to prevent corrosion.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1978 Chrysler LeBaron with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Deaths reported: 0

Most complained-about components

Fuel system1
Gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly1
Power train › Driveline › Driveshaft1

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Questions

Does the 1978 Chrysler LeBaron have any recalls?: 3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: latches/locks/linkages, steering, service brakes, hydraulic. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1978 Chrysler LeBaron recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Chrysler dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1978 Chrysler LeBaron?: 2 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.