1998 Chevrolet Lumina Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 35about this part
- Share
- 16%of 223 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 98,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 35 complaints about the brakes of the 1998 Chevrolet Lumina, 16% of the 223 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 98,000 miles. 3 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“When I first bought my 1998 Chevrolet Lumina, all of the brake lights were working properly. However, a few weeks later I was driving and a man told me that my brake lights were out. The top brake light has always worked, but the two side lights and the reverse lights do not work. This has been an ongoing problem ever since I noticed it. We have tired the following: switching the light bulbs, changing the fuses, and getting a professional work done. However, nothing works. …”
NHTSA complaint #10384073, filed 2011-02, 98,000 miles“I purchased my vehicle used and it still had 1000 mile warranty from the dealer. When I got the car there was a problem with the fuel pump so they replaced it. Before I even got out of the parking lot the (vibration shudder hose) went bad. Or at least that is what the guy at the service area told me the name was. They have replaced that. And for almost two years now I have been fighting with them that the power steering has been whining. Also the brakes do not stop to well in the rain. I travel a lot and we go through brakes like water. …”
NHTSA complaint #10014066, filed 2003-04, 35,000 miles“Anti-lock brakes relays click and cycle continually when braking. Dealer states the traction control module may be malfunctioning. Does not seem to affect normal braking.”
NHTSA complaint #10016443, filed 2003-04, 98,000 miles“My brakes have always malfunctioned in my vehicle. They have been maintained and will go out when I am turning or trying to stop. I had them checked for 4 years straight- pads changed and completely serviced- my mechanic said it is some computer sensor in the brakes that goes out in this particular chevy. It is expensive and a defect. I have went through intersections- and been so close in rear ending several vehicles because of my inability to stop my car.”
NHTSA complaint #10166708, filed 2006-08“This problem was addressed properly by the dealership, but the problem still exists. I would appreciate an opportunity to discuss the problem in depth with a NHTSA representative due to the problem dating back to a 1993 Lumina, a 1995 Lumina and now the 1998 Lumina. I have had a lot of experience with brake systems and feel that I can possibility help to answer some of the complaints of drivers stating that their brake pedal went to the floor board. …”
NHTSA complaint #717090, filed 2000-01Related service bulletins
- 10208027Jan 14, 2022This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10023171Oct 31, 2007Abs pump running when not needed.
- 10017542Sep 1, 2005Revised front wheel speed sensor replacement procedure.
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 3 | 14% |
| 2000 | 2 | 7% |
| 1999 | 19 | 18% |
| 1998 | 35 | 16% |
| 1997 | 37 | 11% |
| 1996 | 31 | 13% |
| 1995 | 77 | 16% |
| 1994 | 49 | 39% |
| 1993 | 134 | 55% |
| 1992 | 161 | 47% |
| 1991 | 182 | 52% |
| 1990 | 228 | 53% |
Other parts of the 1998 Chevrolet Lumina
56 complaintsEngine cooling
33 complaintsElectrical system
17 complaintsAir bags
15 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
12 complaintsFuel system
11 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
11 complaintsEngine
10 complaintsExterior lighting
10 complaintsSeat belts
10 complaintsBody and structure
10 complaintsVehicle speed control
9 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1998 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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