1997 Chevrolet Lumina Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 19about this part
- Share
- 5%of 347 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 51,148miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 19 complaints about the visibility of the 1997 Chevrolet Lumina, 5% of the 347 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 51,148 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Consumer complained about windshield wiper motor problem. While driving in rainstorm windshield wiper motor failed. Consumer had to wait until the rain stopped before getting help. This occurred on two occasions. A recall was issued. However, this vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN.”
NHTSA complaint #10057769, filed 2004-02, 33,000 miles“The driver side window will not roll down on the Chevrolet Lumina 4dr. I had the window fixed for about $400.00 and 90 days later the window did not roll down again, just after the warranty on the work was over.”
NHTSA complaint #10157060, filed 2006-05, 68,000 miles“When driving during a rain storm windshield wipers failed. Took vehicle to dealership, and mechanic stated windshield wiper motor malfunctioned, and needed to be repaired.”
NHTSA complaint #10044756, filed 2003-10, 108,000 miles“Windshield wipers failed to work, started again, failed to work, etc.... During a drive in the rain in the middle of heavy commuter traffic. Fortunately I was able to navigate across several lanes of traffic and pull over without an accident.”
NHTSA complaint #10021034, filed 2003-06“If windshield wipers are to be used during the rain/snow, they would fail to come on. Would have to play around with switch before wipers work. This causes the driver to have poor visibility when driving. Its an intermittent problem, but becoming worse. Will be taking to dealer to check.”
NHTSA complaint #846760, filed 1999-09Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 5 | 5% |
| 1998 | 11 | 5% |
| 1997 | 19 | 5% |
| 1996 | 17 | 7% |
| 1995 | 92 | 19% |
| 1994 | 8 | 6% |
| 1993 | 8 | 3% |
| 1992 | 7 | 2% |
| 1991 | 5 | 1% |
| 1990 | 9 | 2% |
Other parts of the 1997 Chevrolet Lumina
88 complaintsEngine cooling
52 complaintsFuel system
50 complaintsBrakes
37 complaintsAir bags
36 complaintsElectrical system
26 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
21 complaintsExterior lighting
15 complaintsBody and structure
14 complaintsOther or unknown
11 complaintsVehicle speed control
11 complaintsSuspension
10 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1997 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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology