1990 Chevrolet Lumina APV Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 35about this part
- Share
- 35%of 99 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 107,351miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 35 complaints about the body and structure of the 1990 Chevrolet Lumina APV, 35% of the 99 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 107,351 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“While the consumer was pulling into his driveway he heard aloud bang. The driver immediately lost steering control and the steering wheel turned 360 degrees non stop. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer who determined that the subframe rusted which caused the engine and rack and pinion to collapse to the ground.”
NHTSA complaint #10037614, filed 2003-10, 107,351 miles“While driving 30-35 heard a noise. Pulled over and checked under vehicle. Then, began to drive and without warning column dropped off. Mechanic stated that engine cradle bolts rusted. Dealer and manufacturer have been notified. There is a recall 97v058000 concerning rear engine cradle bolts; however, consumers vehicle not affected due to VIN.”
NHTSA complaint #8005819, filed 2002-03“Recall 97 v 058 000/ rear cradle bolts: rear cradle bolts retainer failed on both sides, snapping steering wheel column while driving, and causing loss of steering control. Believed this was due to corrision. Dealer was notified, and unwilling to assist in this matter because this vehicle not covered under recall due to VIN.”
NHTSA complaint #891737, filed 2001-06“Consumer had replaced the brake system, including the rotors/shoes, etc. She is complaining that when stepping on the brakes pedal, the brakes don't work properly. It is also impossible for the family to get inside or outside of the vehicle using the door handles. Finally, the seat belts are not securing the passengers where a person had secured the seat with a screw driver.”
NHTSA complaint #824496, filed 1998-06“Out side door handles keeps breaking on both sides of the vehicle. Consumer has repaired it himself, and hasn't taken vehicle to the dealer because they will charge too much money for repairs. Consumer has to get in through the sliding door . Inside handles work.”
NHTSA complaint #855734, filed 2000-01Related recalls
- 97V058000Apr 8, 1997Vehicle description: passenger vehicles and mini vans originally sold or currently registered in the following states: connecticut, illinois, indiana, maine…Covers: Chevrolet Lumina APV 1990–1991, Oldsmobile Cutlass 1988–1991, Pontiac Grand Prix 1988–1991 +5 more
Body and structure: other model years
Other parts of the 1990 Chevrolet Lumina APV
14 complaintsSteering
12 complaintsSeat belts
11 complaintsBrakes
10 complaintsEngine cooling
9 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
6 complaintsOther or unknown
4 complaintsTires
4 complaintsElectrical system
3 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaintsEquipment
2 complaintsFuel system
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1990 Chevrolet Lumina APV
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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