Is the 1995 Chevrolet Lumina APV reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1995 Chevrolet Lumina APV is rated "worse than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 1995 Chevrolet Lumina APV?

The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 41% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1995 Chevrolet Lumina APV have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

1995 Chevrolet Lumina APV

◆ Worse than typical

1995 Chevrolet Lumina APV
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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: 104
Recalls: 3
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Visibility

Complaints per year

1995: 104 complaints

View as data table

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

Known problem areas

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

Visibility

41% · 43 reports

Most commonly citing windshield wiper/washer and motor.

Service brakes

12% · 12 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

CRASH

Engine and engine cooling

10% · 10 reports

Most commonly citing gasoline and engine.

Structure

8% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing door and frame and members.

INJURY

Seats

8% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing recliner and head restraint.

CRASHINJURY

Show complaint excerpts

1995 Chevrolet Lumina APV drivers side seat track/frame breaks, causing the back of the seat to recline suddenly. I had a 1994 Chevrolet Lumina APV which was involved in an accident in febuary of 2001, in which the seat track/frame broke.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-07-25

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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1995Complaint volume 104 complaints filed for this model year.
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1995-02-17Service brakes, hydraulic95V048000 Improperly manufactured brake pedal arm causes the brake pedal arm to fracture during braking.

Remedy: Dealers will replace all suspect brake pedal assemblies.

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1996-01-29Vehicle speed control95V214000 These vehicles were assembled with throttle cable support brackets that could contact the throttle lever system and inhibit the throttle return. This does not meet the requirements of FMVSS No. 124, "

Remedy: Dealers will replace the throttle cable support bracket.

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1996-03-22Power train96V015000 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles manufactured from August 1991 through July 1995. The transmission oil cooler line can separate when the vehicle is operated in low temperatures in…

Remedy: Dealers will replace the transmission oil cooler lines.

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Buy-smart checklist

1995 Chevrolet Lumina APV — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Visibility: 43 reports on file for this year.
Service brakes: 12 reports on file for this year.
Engine and engine cooling: 10 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 95V048000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
Recall 95V214000 · Vehicle speed control
Recall 96V015000 · Power train

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Worst years2 years

FAQ

Is the 1995 Chevrolet Lumina APV reliable?: Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1995 Chevrolet Lumina APV is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1995 Chevrolet Lumina APV?: The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 41% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 Chevrolet Lumina APV have?: 3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.