Investigation PE97016: 1990–1991 Chevrolet Lumina APV

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Apr 7, 1997

Closed

Sep 30, 1997

Model years

1990–1991

Subject

Front seat back collapse

Component: Seats

Summary

Subject vehicles are alleged to experience inadvertent front seat back collapse due to fracture of front seat recliner mounting bolts.

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.

Model years covered

• 1991 Chevrolet Lumina APV47 complaints
• 1990 Chevrolet Lumina APV99 complaints