CarRecallWatchThe 1999 Chevrolet Lumina has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 103 complaints with NHTSA, including 10 crashes, 4 fires, 13 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (43 reports).
1999 Chevrolet Lumina recalls
Oil Leak Onto Hot Exhaust Can Cause Engine Fire
Engine oil can drip onto the hot exhaust manifold on these vehicles.
Most common 1999 Chevrolet Lumina problems
Problem areas named in the 103 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 43 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 19 |
| Electrical System | 8 |
| Power Train | 7 |
| Air Bags | 7 |
| Steering | 7 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 |
| Visibility | 5 |
| Tires | 4 |
| Equipment | 4 |
What owners report
I WAS DRIVING THE CAR HOME AND IT SHUT OFF , NOW IT WON'T TURN BACK ON
1999 CHEVROLET LUMINA LS. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE SHUTTING OFF WHILE DRIVING. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE PASS-KEY 11 SECURITY SYSTEM ACTIVATED WHILE DRIVING CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO LOSE STEERING AND BRAKING FUNCTIONS WHILE BEING DRIVEN. *JS
MY STEERING WHEEL HAS BEEN LOCKING UP WHILE DRIVING AND I HAVE ALMOST CRASHED INTO OTHER VEHICLES AND BUILDINGS.
I TOOK MY CAR FOR A SERVICE REPAIR. (TUNE UP) ONLY TO DISCOVER ON THE WAYA AWKWARD SMELL AND MISFIRE. UPON ARRIVING I WAS NOTIFIED THAT THE INTERNAL HOOD INSULATION BROKE FREE AND CRUMBLED IN CHUNKS ON TOP OF MY FUEL INJECTOR AND CREATED A HEAT THAT MELTED FOUR OF THE FUEL INJECTOR WIRES COVERS AND ALL.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 CHEVROLET LUMINA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS LEAKING OIL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE VALVE COVER GASKET FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V701000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 102,000. UPDATED 08/16/16*LJ UPDATED 08/17/16 *JB
1999 Chevrolet Lumina questions
Does the 1999 Chevrolet Lumina have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1999 Chevrolet Lumina: Oil Leak Onto Hot Exhaust Can Cause Engine Fire; Engine And Engine Cooling. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Chevrolet Lumina?
Based on 103 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (43), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (19), Electrical System (8).
How do I check if a recall on my 1999 Chevrolet Lumina 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.