1991 Chevrolet Lumina APV

▲ Better than typical

1991 Chevrolet Lumina APV
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:42:41.071Z

This year had at least 30% fewer 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 PER YEAR

1991: 47 complaints

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Year	Complaints
1987	1
1989	0
1990	99
1991	47
1992	76
1993	45
1994	65
1995	104
1996	35
1997	1
1998	2
1999	3

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

STRUCTURE 13%

13% of complaints: structure — 6 distinct reports on file.

CRASH

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1991 CHEVY LUMINA APV,WHILE DRIVING OVER NOT SO SMOOTH WISCONSIN STREETS THE FRAME RETAINER ROTTED OFF OF THE MOUNTING BOLT CAUSING THE FRAME RAIL TO DROP DOWN OVER 4 INCHES CAUSING POOR STEERING CONTROL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20100728

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES 13%

13% of complaints: latches/locks/linkages — 6 distinct reports on file.

SEAT BELTS 11%

11% of complaints: seat belts — 5 distinct reports on file.

STRUCTURE 9%

9% of complaints: structure — 4 distinct reports on file.

STRUCTURE 9%

9% of complaints: structure — 4 distinct reports on file.

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THE CRADLE BOLTS RUSTED AND PULLED THROUGH THE FRAME. *JB *TS

NHTSA ODI report, 20030428

THIS VEHICLE MODEL YEAR HAS AN ACTIVE RECALL,NHTSA # 97V058000. HOWEVER CHEVROLET STATES THAT MY VEHICLE FALLS OUTSIDE THE RANGE OF APPLICABLE VINS, AND WILL NOT PERFORM THE RECALL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20030425

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19921030 — EA (closed 19931130)

APV FUEL LINE FIRES

I 19930929 — PE (closed 19940228)

WHEEL FAILURES

I 19940818 — PE (closed 19941031)

BROKEN/LEAKING BRAKE HOSES

I 19970407 — PE (closed 19970930)

FRONT SEAT BACK COLLAPSE

R 19970611 — structure

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES AND MINI VANS ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE FOLLOWING STATES: CONNECTICUT, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, MAINE, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, NEW HAMPSHIRE,

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR CRADLE BOLTS AND RETAINERS.

Campaign 97V058000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19970930 — EA (closed 19990608)

FRONT SEAT BACK COLLAPSE

I 19971002 — RQ (open)

CRADLE BOLT FAILURES

I 20000410 — EA (closed 20010112)

ENGINE CRADLE SEPARATION

R Date not on file — seats

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.

Campaign 99I003000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1991 Chevrolet Lumina APV — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for structure issues (6 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for latches/locks/linkages issues (6 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for seat belts issues (5 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 99I003000 (seats) has been completed.
Verify recall 97V058000 (structure) has been completed.

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 1996 ▲ 1993 ● 1994

WORST YEARS

◆ 1995 ◆ 1990 ◆ 1992

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FAQ

Is the 1991 Chevrolet Lumina APV reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1991 Chevrolet Lumina APV is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 1991 Chevrolet Lumina APV?

The most-reported component is structure:frame and members, accounting for 13% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1991 Chevrolet Lumina APV have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.