1994 Chevrolet Lumina Engine cooling Problems
- Complaints
- 11about this part
- Share
- 9%of 126 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 11 complaints about the engine cooling of the 1994 Chevrolet Lumina, 9% of the 126 complaints for this model year. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Was driving at approximately 40mph and without warning, vehicle stalled . This has happened at least 6-7 times . Had been to dealer each time. Mechanic changed water pump/ alternators/ battery/ had locks replaced on doors due to not releasing or locking/front windows came off track & had to be replaced, and seat belts failed to release from track.”
NHTSA complaint #850737, filed 1999-10“Consumer has had a continuous problem with the brake pads wearing out, also the right lower ball joint has been replaced, the brakes also make loud noise. Consumer states on one occastion when applying the brakes around curves, the vehicle would pull to the right. Alternator failed. Air conditioner was repaired four times. Timing belt failed.”
NHTSA complaint #803619, filed 1996-10“While driving to a stop sign the tranmission went out. Also, the radiator was replaced three times. The dealer said that there were faulty parts on the vehicle. Contacted the dealer and they would'nt service the vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #828621, filed 1998-10“When driving at any speed vehicle stalled. Also, transmission cooling unit lines separated from the transmission, and driver side seat belt doesn't retract. .”
NHTSA complaint #850959, filed 1999-10Related service bulletins
- 10246631Sep 1, 2013Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
Engine cooling: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 4 | 19% |
| 2000 | 6 | 20% |
| 1999 | 41 | 40% |
| 1998 | 33 | 15% |
| 1997 | 52 | 15% |
| 1996 | 36 | 15% |
| 1995 | 66 | 13% |
| 1994 | 11 | 9% |
| 1993 | 18 | 7% |
| 1992 | 29 | 8% |
| 1991 | 36 | 10% |
| 1990 | 37 | 9% |
Other parts of the 1994 Chevrolet Lumina
49 complaintsElectrical system
17 complaintsBody and structure
12 complaintsSeat belts
10 complaintsSuspension
10 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
8 complaintsTires
7 complaintsSteering
6 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
6 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
5 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1994 Chevrolet Lumina
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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