1990 Chevrolet Lumina apv problems
The Chevrolet Lumina APV is a minivan that was produced by the Chevrolet division of General Motors. The first front-wheel drive minivan sold by Chevrolet, the Lumina APV was sold in a single generation from the 1990 to 1996 model years. Marketed alongside the Pontiac Trans Sport and Oldsmobile Silhouette, the Lumina APV competed against the Dodge Grand Caravan/Plymouth Grand Voyager, the extended-length Ford Aerostar, and the Mazda MPV.
Introduced a year before the second-generation Chrysler minivans, the Lumina APV was the first American-market minivan to adopt the form factor of the Dodge Caravan and Plymouth Voyager. Though manufactured on a model-specific chassis, the Lumina APV was front-wheel drive, deriving its powertrain from GM sedans. In terms of size, the Lumina APV was slotted between the Chevrolet Astro and full-size Chevrolet Van.
During its production, the Lumina APV and its Pontiac and Oldsmobile counterparts were assembled at the North Tarrytown Assembly facility, becoming the final vehicles produced there prior to its closure. For 1997, Chevrolet adopted a distinct nameplate for its front-wheel drive minivan, replacing the Lumina APV with the Chevrolet Venture.
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Common 1990 Chevrolet Lumina apv problems
Based on the complaints from owners of the 1990 Chevrolet Lumina APV, several common problems have been reported:
- Transmission Shifting Problems: Some owners experienced rough shifting or hesitation before shifting in the 1990-1992 models. This issue could be due to worn-out transmission fluid or a faulty shift solenoid.
- Power Steering System Issues: Problems with the power steering pump and rack and pinion steering system have been reported, causing the steering to feel loose or unresponsive.
- Oil Leaks: In the 1993-1994 models, oil leaks from the valve covers and oil pan gaskets were common. This could lead to oil leaking onto the exhaust manifold, potentially causing a burning smell and fire risk.
- Brake Light Switch: Owners reported a faulty brake light switch in the 1993-1994 models, causing the brake lights to stay on even when the pedal was not depressed, which could drain the battery.
- Air Conditioning System: Some 1993-1994 models had issues with the air conditioning system, blowing warm air or failing altogether. Causes could include a faulty compressor or refrigerant leak.
- Power Steering Pump Failure: Owners of 1993-1994 models also reported power steering system issues, with the power steering pump failing and leading to steering difficulties.
- Ignition Switch: The 1995-1996 models commonly faced problems with a faulty ignition switch.
These issues highlight the importance of regular maintenance and prompt attention to problems to ensure the Chevrolet Lumina APV runs smoothly and reliably. Owners should be vigilant in inspecting their vehicles for signs of these common issues and address them promptly to maintain the vehicle's performance and safety.
Is a Chevy Lumina a good car?
With a competent car and a pricing structure that undercuts Ford and Chrysler, Chevy's Lumina offers a fine blend of function, value and performance. This is one GM product that was done right the first time, just like the new Malibu, which should be investigated closely by buyers interested in the Lumina.
What engine is in a Lumina?
| Chevrolet Lumina APV | |
|---|---|
| Platform | GM U platform: GMT199 |
| Related | Oldsmobile Silhouette Pontiac Trans Sport |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 3.1 L LG6 V6 3.4 L LA1 V6 3.8 L L27 V6 |
Why is my Chevy Lumina not starting?
The most common reasons a Chevrolet Lumina won't start are a dead battery, an alternator problem, or failed starter.
How fast is a Chevy Lumina?
The car has a computer-limited top speed of 107 mph (172 km/h) and the rev limiter kicks in at 5,800 rpm for the 3.8 L (rev limiter is at 7,000 rpm for the 3.4 L LQ1).
Is a Chevy Lumina a good car?
With a competent car and a pricing structure that undercuts Ford and Chrysler, Chevy's Lumina offers a fine blend of function, value and performance. This is one GM product that was done right the first time, just like the new Malibu, which should be investigated closely by buyers interested in the Lumina.
Why did Chevy discontinue the Lumina?
In North America Chevrolet discontinued the Lumina in 2000 due to dwindling sales and the success of the reborn Impala. The Lumina nameplate was still used in some markets, in parts of Asia it was applied to the mid-sized Buick Century/Regal and a badge engineered version of the Holden Commodore sports sedan.
What engine is in a Lumina?
| Chevrolet Lumina APV | |
|---|---|
| Platform | GM U platform: GMT199 |
| Related | Oldsmobile Silhouette Pontiac Trans Sport |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 3.1 L LG6 V6 3.4 L LA1 V6 3.8 L L27 V6 |
How fast is a Chevy Lumina?
The car has a computer-limited top speed of 107 mph (172 km/h) and the rev limiter kicks in at 5,800 rpm for the 3.8 L (rev limiter is at 7,000 rpm for the 3.4 L LQ1).
1990 Chevrolet Lumina apv car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Chevrolet Lumina apv problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Structure problems
- Seats problems
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Steering problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1990 Chevrolet Lumina apv vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1990 Chevrolet Lumina apv
The NHTSA has received 123 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1990 Chevrolet Lumina apv. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1990 Chevrolet Lumina apv vehicles.
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-05-04
- VIN: 1GNCU06D7LT
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: GOODYEAR REGATTA 2 TIRES WITH 23 THOUSAND MILES ARE BEGINNING TO LEAK AND SPLIT HALF WAY UP THE SIDEWALL OF BOTH FRONT TIRES FROM A RAISED AREA AROUND THE CIRCUMFERENCE OF THE INSIDE OF EACH TIRE. *TR
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-07-28
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE 97V058000 CONCERNING REAR CRADLE BOLT FAILURE. THE PROBLEM RECURRED AFTER RECALL REPAIRS WERE DONE. *AK
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: DRIVER'S SEAT BACK BROKE, CAUSING CONSUMER TO FALL BACKWARDS INTO REAR SEATS. *AK
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-08-16
- VIN: 1GNCU06D9LT
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: WHILE THE CONSUMER WAS PULLING INTO HIS DRIVEWAY HE HEARD ALOUD BANG. THE DRIVER IMMEDIATELY LOST STEERING CONTROL AND THE STEERING WHEEL TURNED 360 DEGREES NON STOP. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL DEALER WHO DETERMINED THAT THE SUBFRAME RUSTED WHICH CAUSED THE ENGINE AND RACK AND PINION TO COLLAPSE TO THE GROUND. *AK *NLM
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1GNCU06D0LT
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: THE DEALERSHIP IS REFUSING TO HONOR RECALL 97V058000 FOR THE REAR CRADLE BOLTS WITHOUT REASON.*AK
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: THE DEALERSHIP IS REFUSING TO HONOR THE RECALL 97V05800 CONCERNING REAR CRADLE BOLTS WITHOUT GIVING A REASON.*AK
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-01-15
- VIN: 1GNCU06D8LT
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: REAR CRADLE BOLT ON THE RIGHT SIDE IS PULLING THROUGH THE RETAINER AFFECTING STEERING CONTROL. RELATED RECALL 97V058000. CONSUMER CONTACTED MANUFACTURER WHO ADVISED THAT RECALL HAS EXPIRED AND THEY ARE NO LONGER HONORING IT. PH
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: THE REAR CRADLE BOLTS SNAPPED WHILE THE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING. THE CRADLE BOLTS WERE ON RECALL FOR RUSTING AND BREAKING IN OTHER STATES BUT NOT IN THE CONSUMER'S STATE. *YH
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-08-27
- VIN: 1GNCU06D1LT
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: SLIDING DOOR LATCH FAILED, ALSO BACK HATCH LATCH FAILED. *AK
STEERING,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-04-01
- VIN: 1GNCU06D1LT
- Components: STEERING,STRUCTURE
- Summary: VEHICLE EXPERIENCED POWER STEERING LEAK, DEALER REPLACED THE RACK AND PINION, CONSUMER WAS ALSO INFORMED THAT THE POWER STEERING COOLER WAS MISSING. *SLC ALSO UPON INSPECTION CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THAT THE SUB FRAME WAS ROTTED OUT AND WAS ADVISED THE VEHICLE IS UNSAFE TO OPERATE. *JG *JB
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-04-01
- VIN: 1GNCU06D1LT
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS ROTTED OUT AND THE VEHICLE WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. CONSUMER STATES THAT THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE RIGHT SIDE DOOR. *SLC
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-04-01
- VIN: 1GNCU06D1LT
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: VEHICLE EXPERIENCED AN OIL LEAK, CONSUMER ALSO STATES THAT THE SERPENTINE BELT WAS REPLACED. *SLC
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-04-01
- VIN: 1GNCU06D1LT
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: CONSUMER STATES THAT THE BRAKES WERE REPLACED. *SLC
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-04-01
- VIN: 1GNCU06D1LT
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: CONSUMER STATES THAT THE TIRES WERE REPLACED, NO SPECIFIC TIRE INFORMATION GIVEN. *SLC
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-04-09
- VIN: 1GNCU06D1LT
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: SUBFRAME REPORTED TO BE - "ROTTED OUT" - VEHICLE UNSAFE TO DRIVE. COMPONENT AS NOT LET GO YET - IT IS ON THE VERGE. DISCOVERED DURING REPAIR OF RACK AND PINION UNIT. WOULD LIKE TO SEND YOU DETAILED LETTER WITH PICTURES.*AK
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-04-11
- VIN: ADD
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING 10-15 MPH CONSUMER HEARD A CLUNK, STEERING FELT TIGHT, THEN SPUN FREELY. MECHANIC DETERMINED SUBFRAME ASSEMBLY BOLTS SNAPPED OFF ON BOTH SIDES, CAUSING STEERING WHEEL TO BECOME DETACHED.*AK
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-03-31
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: DRIVER'S SEAT SNAPPED IN HALF AT LOWER SEAT SECTION. *AK
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1GNVU06V8LT
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING 30-35 HEARD A NOISE. PULLED OVER AND CHECKED UNDER VEHICLE. THEN, BEGAN TO DRIVE AND WITHOUT WARNING COLUMN DROPPED OFF. MECHANIC STATED THAT ENGINE CRADLE BOLTS RUSTED. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER HAVE BEEN NOTIFIED. THERE IS A RECALL 97V058000 CONCERNING REAR ENGINE CRADLE BOLTS; HOWEVER, CONSUMERS VEHICLE NOT AFFECTED DUE TO VIN. *AK
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-02-10
- VIN: 1GNCU06D8LT
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: THERE IS A RECAL LISTED ON THIS VEHICLE FOR THIS PROBLEM AND WE ALSO RECEIVED A RECAL NOTICE FROM MANIFACTURING. THEY NOW SAY THERE IS NO RECALL FOR THIS PROBLEM. THE BOLTS APPARENTLY LOOSEN AND CAN BREAK CAUSING SEAT TO FALL BACK WHILE DRIVING. THIS IS WHAT HAPPENED TO US. AT LEAST WE WERE NO MOVING WHEN THE SEAT/BOLT BROKE.*AK
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-08-04
- VIN: 1GNCU06D9LT
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: WE WERE AT A STOPLIGHT AND MADE A RIGHT TURN AND HEARD AN AWFUL CLUNK - WE PROCEEDED ABOUT 1/2 MILE AND TRIED TO PULL INTO OUR PARKING SPACE AND OUR STEERING WHEEL ALL OF A SUDDEN WOULD ONLY "SPIN AROUND". WE COULD NOT TURN THE CAR AT ALL - WE HAD TO CALL A TOW TRUCK - HAD IT TOWED ACROSS THE STREET TO OUR SHOP. THIS COULD HAVE CREATED A TRAGEDY HAD IT BEEN OUT ON THE FREEWAY.
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1GNCU06D2LT
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: LEFT FRONT TIRE PEEL ON SIDE OF THE TIRE CAME OFF.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-06-28
- VIN: 1GNCU06D6LT
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: RECALL 97 V 058 000/ REAR CRADLE BOLTS: REAR CRADLE BOLTS RETAINER FAILED ON BOTH SIDES, SNAPPING STEERING WHEEL COLUMN WHILE DRIVING, AND CAUSING LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL. BELIEVED THIS WAS DUE TO CORRISION. DEALER WAS NOTIFIED, AND UNWILLING TO ASSIST IN THIS MATTER BECAUSE THIS VEHICLE NOT COVERED UNDER RECALL DUE TO VIN. *AK
STEERING,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-05-03
- Components: STEERING,STRUCTURE
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING STEERING WHEEL DISANGAGED, AND HAD TO PULL TO SIDE AND WAIT FOR A TOW TRUCK TO TOW VEHICLE TO A NEAR SHOP, WHERE GEAR STEERING GEAR BOX BOX WAS REPLACED, BUT NOT UNDER RECALL 97 V 058 000M. CONSUMER WAS CHARGED FOR IT. *AK
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-03-19
- VIN: 1GNCU06D2LT
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 45MPH ON HIGHWAY AND STEERING WHEEL GAVE OUT WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. *AK
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-03-15
- VIN: 1GNCU06DKLT
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: RECALL 97 V 058 000/CRADLE BOLTS: REAR CRADLE BOLTS HAVE BROKEN WHILE PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS ON THIS MATTER.*AK
1990 Chevrolet Lumina apv recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the 1990 Chevrolet Lumina apv.
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SAFETY ACT. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINIVANS EQUIPPED WITH FRONT BUCKET SEATS. THE FRONT SEAT RECLINER MECHANISM LOWER BOLTS CAN LOOSEN. A LOOSE BOLT COULD FATIGUE AND BREAK, RESULTING IN THE SEAT BACK FALLING REARWARD.
- Consequence: THE SEAT COULD SUDDENLY FALL BACKWARD, DISTRACTING THE DRIVER, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL TIGHTEN OR REPLACE THE BOLTS AT NO CHARGE TO THE OWNERS. THIS POLICY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL JUNE 30, 2002.
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES AND MINI VANS ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE FOLLOWING STATES: CONNECTICUT, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, MAINE, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT AND WISCONSIN. THE REAR CRADLE BOLTS PULL THROUGH THE RETAINERS DUE TO CORROSION OF THE RETAINER. IF BOTH BOLTS PULL THROUGH, THE REAR CRADLE WOULD NOT LONGER BE SUPPORTED AT THESE MOUNTING LOCATIONS AND THE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT CAN SEPARATE FROM THE STEERING GEAR.
- Consequence: IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION, A VEHICLE CRASH COULD RESULT.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR CRADLE BOLTS AND RETAINERS.
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
- Summary: A RIGHT HAND SEAT/SHOULDER BELT RETRACTOR MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED IN THE SECOND ROW LEFT HAND SEAT POSITION (DIRECTLY BEHIND DRIVER).
- Consequence: THE INCORRECT RETRACTOR MAY CAUSE THE BELTS TO LOCK UPIF THE VAN IS PARKED ON A STEEP GRADE. AS A RESULT OF THIS, THE OCCUPANT COULDNOT EXTEND THE BELT FOR USE.
- Remedy: REPLACE SHOULDER BELT ASSEMBLY.
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: THE REAR MODULAR SEAT FRAME HOLD-DOWN HOOKS MAY NOT MEET THE REQUIRED PULL FORCE AT THE REAR SET ANCHORAGE.
- Consequence: VEHICLES WOULD NOT CONFORM TO FMVSS 207.
- Remedy: REPLACE REAR HOLD DOWN HOOKS AND PIVOT RIVETS WITH HEAT TREATED HARDWARE.
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