1996 Chevrolet Lumina Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 96V122000Jul 1, 19963,591 vehicles potentially affected
  Service brakes, hydraulic › Power assist › Vacuum
  Covers: Chevrolet Lumina 1996, Monte Carlo 1996

  Reported issue: These vehicles were assembled with one of the four brake booster tabs not properly located in the front of dash reinforcement assembly.

  Possible consequence: If this condition were present in a situation where stopping distances were small, a vehicle crash could occur.

  Remedy: Dealers will inspect for proper booster installation. Boosters found to be improperly located will be removed and reinstalled properly.

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• 96V069000Apr 19, 199643,213 vehicles potentially affected
  Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
  Covers: Chevrolet Lumina 1996, Buick Regal 1996

  Reported issue: The left front brake line can contact the transaxle mounting bracket or attachment bolt.

  Possible consequence: This condition can cause the brake line to wear through, resulting in loss of brake fluid and eventual loss of one-half of the vehicle's brake system, increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.

  Remedy: Dealers will inspect the vehicle for proper brake line clearance and reposition those brake lines found to have less than minimal clearance. Additionally, those brake lines found to have an indentation caused by the contact will be replaced and properly routed.

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NHTSA investigations

• PE96031Inappropriate air bag deploymentClosed · Apr 18, 1996

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