CarRecallWatchThe 1996 Chevrolet Lumina APV has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 35 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 4 fires, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Visibility (10 reports).
1Recalls
35Owner complaints
2Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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1996 Chevrolet Lumina APV recalls
Most common 1996 Chevrolet Lumina APV problems
Problem areas named in the 35 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Visibility | 10 |
| Electrical System | 5 |
| Seats | 4 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 4 |
| Structure | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 |
| Equipment | 2 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
What owners report
I SMELLED SMOKE IN MY VEHICLE, SO I PULLED OVER. IT SEEMED TO BE COMING FROM THE VENT. MY FRIEND THOUGHT IT WAS ELECTICAL, SO HE STARTED PULLING FUSES TO STOP THE PROBLEM. I DISCERNED THAT THE PROBLEM WAS THE MOTOR THAT OPENED AND CLOSED THE AUTOMATIC DOOR OPENER ON THE VAN. I TOLD MY FRIEND TO JUST GET OUT AND I CALLED THE FIRE DEPARTMENT IMMEDIATELY, BUT BY THE TIME THEY HAD ARRIVED MY CAR WAS FULLY ENGULFED IN FLAMES. I AM THANKFUL THAT I DID NOT HAVE MY CHILDREN WITH ME AT THE TIME AS I DON'T KNOW IF I COULD HAVE GOTTEN THEM OUT IN TIME. MY THREE YEAR OLD WOULD HAVE BEEN IN THE BUILT-IN CAR SEAT WHICH IS NEXT TO THE DOOR. THE FIRE HAPPENED SO FAST. I MIGHT ADD I HAVE NEVER HAD AN
WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR FAILURE. WINDSHIELD WIPERS WORK INTERMITTENTLY AND SOMETIMES NOT AT ALL ! *AK
LOUD TAPPING SOUND FROM ENGINE WHEN FIRST STARTED.*AK
EXPERIENCED INTERMITTENT OF POWER STEERING, LOST STEERING CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. REPLACED RACK AND PINION. *BF THE VEHICELK RACK AND PINION FAIELD PRIOR TO RECEIVING THE RECALL NOTICE. THE DRIVER'S SIDE POWER WINDOW MOTOR FAILED, THE ALTERNATOR, AIR CONDITIONING AND WINDSHIELD WIPER ASSEMBLY ALSO FAILED. *NM
THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAILEED INTERMITTENTLY. DEALER STATED PROBLEM COULD NOT DUPLICATED. *AK
1996 Chevrolet Lumina APV questions
Does the 1996 Chevrolet Lumina APV have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1996 Chevrolet Lumina APV: Steering:Rack And Pinion. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1996 Chevrolet Lumina APV?
Based on 35 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Visibility (10), Electrical System (5), Seats (4).
How do I check if a recall on my 1996 Chevrolet Lumina APV has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
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