1994 Chevrolet Lumina Latches, locks and linkages Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 4%of 126 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 114,656miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the latches, locks and linkages of the 1994 Chevrolet Lumina, 4% of the 126 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 114,656 miles.
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.
“The drivers side door latch broke off. The door won't open and consumer has to climb across to the passenger side to exit the vehicle, consumer further explains that the counter weight arm is made of aluminum alloy allowing for the frequent breaking. Nlm”
NHTSA complaint #8021332, filed 2002-10, 114,656 miles“Front door handles, left and right side broken. Drivers door will not open from inside or outside. Passenger door opens only from inside. Side sliding door automatic operation inoperative; dooro opens or closes only manually. Rear hatch door handle has fallen apart numerous times. A definite safety hazard. Driving a vehicle with no immediate escape option is deadly business.”
NHTSA complaint #10007767, filed 2003-02Latches, locks and linkages: other model years
Other parts of the 1994 Chevrolet Lumina
49 complaintsElectrical system
17 complaintsBody and structure
12 complaintsEngine cooling
11 complaintsSeat belts
10 complaintsSuspension
10 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
8 complaintsTires
7 complaintsSteering
6 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
6 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 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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