1997 Chevrolet Lumina APV
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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.
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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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
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 1 total report mentions: tires.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I TALKED TO "MARK", CHESWICK-?, AND HE WANTED ODI TO GET THIS, WE HAVE NOW 3 BIG-O ASPEN P205-70R15 , ON OUR 1997 CHEVY LUMINA (CAR), THE 4TH BLEW OUT (JUST THE OUTSIDE SIDEWALL,AS IF YOU CUT A CIRCLE AROUND IT, CAUSED CAR TO DROP, SPIN OUT AND...
NHTSA ODI report, 20051225
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1997 Chevrolet Lumina APV — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 1997 Chevrolet Lumina APV reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Chevrolet Lumina APV?
The most-reported component is tires:sidewall, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1997 Chevrolet Lumina APV have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.