MYRModel Year Report

1996 Chevrolet Lumina APV

▲ Better than typical
1996 Chevrolet Lumina APV
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:54:06.372Z

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
35
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1996

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Visibility

29% of complaints

Complaints per year

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

1996: 35 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.

Visibility

29% · 10 reports

Most commonly citing motor and windshield wiper/washer.

Electrical system

14% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing wiring and ignition.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

Loud tapping sound from engine when first started.

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-02-08

My 1996 Lumina mini van caught on fire at the rear right wheel well because of a wiring short. Luckily my grandchildren were in the store when they came out the fire department was putting the fire out.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-10-16

Seats

11% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing head restraint and recliner.

CRASHINJURY
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The headrests are not high enough to support the driver's head and they are loose. Dealer has replaced the foam in the headrest. Vehicle was struck from rear by a truck . Driver sustained neck injuries, and vehicle was totaled.

NHTSA ODI report, 1999-06-17

Owner states while driving, pulling from a stop sign, driver's side seatback collapsed.own er notes that dealers replaced a faulty seat latch.

NHTSA ODI report, 1997-04-08

Engine and engine cooling

11% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing engine and manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

Consumer was driving down the highway at 40MPH and noticed fire coming out from under the front side driving wheel . When consumer pulled to the side she noticed the engine was on fire. Dealer has been contacted.

NHTSA ODI report, 1998-11-02

Structure

9% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing door.

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2003-01-24Steering02V286000 Certain passenger vehicles and mini vans have lower pinion bearings in the power rack and pinion assembly in which the retainer tabs were not crimped properly. These and some other retainers used…

    Remedy: Dealers will install a new lower pinion bearing unless inspect of the existing bearing indicates that replacement of the gear assembly is necessary. Owner notification began January 24, 2003.…

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  2. R
    2007-04-27Fuel system, other07E021000 Certain delphi fuel pressure regulators, p/nos. Fp10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, and FP10027-11B1, sold after January 9, 2007, as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles listed above. The…

    Remedy: Delphi will notify owners and replace the upr free of charge. The recall began on April 23, 2007. Owners can contact delphi at 877-411-8770.

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Buy-smart checklist

1996 Chevrolet Lumina APV — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Visibility: 10 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 5 reports on file for this year.
  • Seats: 4 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 02V286000 · Steering
  • Recall 07E021000 · Fuel system, other
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 1996 Chevrolet Lumina APV reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1996 Chevrolet Lumina APV is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1996 Chevrolet Lumina APV?
The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1996 Chevrolet Lumina APV have?
2 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.