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Chevrolet Lumina Apv problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Lumina Apv from 1990 to 1999: 477 owner complaints and 17 recalls across 10 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 1995 (104), 1990 (99), 1992 (76). Best fuel economy: 18 mpg combined (1993).

Chevrolet Lumina Apv
Photo: IFCAR · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Body & structure76
Visibility (wipers, glass)67
Seat belts63
Brakes (hydraulic)63
Seats49
Engine & cooling36
Electrical31
Latches & locks28

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
199039918
199114718
199227618
199334518
1994465–
19953104–
1996135–
199701–
199802–
199903–

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Chevrolet Lumina Apv?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 1995 (104), 1990 (99), 1992 (76).

How many recalls has the Chevrolet Lumina Apv had?

Across 1990–1999, NHTSA lists 17 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).