1992 Chevrolet Lumina Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 44about this part
- Share
- 13%of 342 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 128,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 44 complaints about the electrical system of the 1992 Chevrolet Lumina, 13% of the 342 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 128,000 miles. 8 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Vehicle would not start after parked less then 2 hours. The spark plugs worked fine, with sufficient spark. The compression was at a normal level of function. The problem was found to be the fuel injectors to be stuck in the wide open (full throttle) position. Which was causing the vehicle to be flooded, preventing ignition. After a long day of trying to find a reason, the cause was found. The problem was a metal retaining bracket for the wiring system that had worn through the coating of the wire controlling the injector position/function. …”
NHTSA complaint #10497638, filed 2013-02, 128,000 miles“The harness running above the brake pedal and sterring column inside the vehicle began melted while driving on the highway. I removed all fuses as soon as possible to investigate problem. The harness above the steering mechanism inside the vehicle, driver's side, is melted.”
NHTSA complaint #761852, filed 2002-05“Had just washed & dried vehicle & turned vehicle on. A rack gear broke off when starting vehicle. It remained on & then started to burn. Flames & smoke filled vehicle. Was coming from dashboard area. Owner put flames out with fire extinguisher. Vehicle was totaled.”
NHTSA complaint #875950, filed 2000-12“Vehicle was parked inside of the parking lot. Driver got into the car and put key inside ignition switch and the started vehicle. However, vehicle started smoking underneath the dashboard. Sparks of flames came out and ignited a fire. Fire department was notified.”
NHTSA complaint #857530, filed 2000-02“Inserted key to start vehicle; did not turn over; waited & then tried again; vehicle turned over. An intermittent problem. Took to dealer & informed GM had problems w/starter & how to fix it. Mechanic said it's an electrical problem since it drains the battery.”
NHTSA complaint #816940, filed 1997-09Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 2 | 10% |
| 2000 | 3 | 10% |
| 1999 | 8 | 8% |
| 1998 | 17 | 8% |
| 1997 | 26 | 7% |
| 1996 | 30 | 12% |
| 1995 | 43 | 9% |
| 1994 | 17 | 13% |
| 1993 | 29 | 12% |
| 1992 | 44 | 13% |
| 1991 | 24 | 7% |
| 1990 | 24 | 6% |
Other parts of the 1992 Chevrolet Lumina
161 complaintsSeat belts
34 complaintsEngine cooling
29 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
25 complaintsBody and structure
15 complaintsFuel system
14 complaintsSteering
13 complaintsWheels
13 complaintsSuspension
12 complaintsSeats
10 complaintsVehicle speed control
9 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
7 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1992 Chevrolet Lumina
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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