MYRModel Year Report

1990 Chevrolet Lumina APV

◆ Worse than typical
1990 Chevrolet Lumina APV
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:53:56.980Z

This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints
99
Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 1990

Investigations
8

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Structure

38% of complaints

Complaints per year

1987: 1 complaint 1987 1989: 0 complaints 1990: 99 complaints 1990 99 1991: 47 complaints 1992: 76 complaints 1992 1993: 47 complaints 1994: 65 complaints 1994 1995: 104 complaints 1996: 35 complaints 1996 1997: 1 complaint 1998: 2 complaints 1998 1999: 3 complaints
1987: 1 complaint 1987 1989: 0 complaints 1989 1990: 99 complaints 1990 99 1991: 47 complaints 1991 1992: 76 complaints 1992 1993: 47 complaints 1993 1994: 65 complaints 1994 1995: 104 complaints 1995 1996: 35 complaints 1996 1997: 1 complaint 1997 1998: 2 complaints 1998 1999: 3 complaints 1999
1987: 1 complaint 1987 1989: 0 complaints 1989 1990: 99 complaints 1990 99 1991: 47 complaints 1991 1992: 76 complaints 1992 1993: 47 complaints 1993 1994: 65 complaints 1994 1995: 104 complaints 1995 1996: 35 complaints 1996 1997: 1 complaint 1997 1998: 2 complaints 1998 1999: 3 complaints 1999

1990: 99 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19871
19890
199099
199147
199276
199347
199465
1995104
199635
19971
19982
19993

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Structure

38% · 38 reports

Most commonly citing frame and members and door.

CRASHINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

Steering system broke. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-01-25

Also filed under Steering

Vehicle experienced power steering leak, dealer replaced the rack and pinion, consumer was also informed that the power steering cooler was missing.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-09-05

Also filed under Steering

Seats

15% · 15 reports

Most commonly citing recliner.

CRASHINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

Driver side seatback collapsed upon side impact. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-02-14

Engine and engine cooling

13% · 13 reports

Most commonly citing engine and gasoline.

FIRE

Steering

13% · 13 reports

Most commonly citing steering wheel/handle bar and hydraulic power assist system.

CRASHINJURY

Service brakes

12% · 12 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASHINJURY

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 8 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1989-10-02Seats89V164000 The rear modular seat frame hold-down hooks may not meet the required pull force at the rear set anchorage.

    Remedy: Replace rear hold down hooks and pivot rivets with heat treated hardware.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. ▮
    1990Complaint volume 99 complaints filed for this model year.
  3. R
    1992-01-06Seat belts91V046000 A right hand seat/shoulder belt retractor may have been installed in the second row left hand seat position (Directly behind driver).

    Remedy: Replace shoulder belt assembly.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  4. I
    1992-10-30Engineering analysisClosed 1993-11-30 Apv fuel line fires
  5. I
    1993-09-29Preliminary evaluationClosed 1994-02-28 Wheel failures
  6. I
    1996-11-15Preliminary evaluationClosed 1997-04-08 Alleged engine subframe mount/insulator
  7. I
    1997-04-07Preliminary evaluationClosed 1997-09-30 Front seat back collapse
  8. R
    1997-06-11Structure97V058000 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles and mini vans originally sold or currently registered in the following states: Connecticut, Illinois, Indiana, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, new…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear cradle bolts and retainers.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  9. I
    1997-09-30Engineering analysisClosed 1999-06-08 Front seat back collapse
  10. I
    1997-10-02Recall queryOpen Cradle bolt failures
  11. I
    1999-03-04Recall queryOpen Engine cradle separation
  12. I
    2000-04-10Engineering analysisClosed 2001-01-12 Engine cradle separation
  13. R
    Date not on fileSeats99I003000 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.

    Remedy: Dealers will tighten or replace the bolts at no charge to the owners. This policy is in effect until June 30, 2002.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1990 Chevrolet Lumina APV — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Structure: 38 reports on file for this year.
  • Seats: 15 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 13 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 99I003000 · Seats
  • Recall 89V164000 · Seats
  • Recall 91V046000 · Seat belts
  • Recall 97V058000 · Structure
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 1990 Chevrolet Lumina APV reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1990 Chevrolet Lumina APV is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1990 Chevrolet Lumina APV?
The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1990 Chevrolet Lumina APV have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.