MYRModel Year Report

1998 Chevrolet Lumina APV

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1998 Chevrolet Lumina APV
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:52:04.449Z

Only 2 complaints 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet Lumina APV Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1998 highlighted. 1987: 1 complaints 1987 1989: 0 complaints 1990: 99 complaints 1990 1991: 47 complaints 1992: 76 complaints 1992 1993: 45 complaints 1994: 65 complaints 1994 1995: 104 complaints 1996: 35 complaints 1996 1997: 1 complaints 1998: 2 complaints 1998 1999: 3 complaints 1999
1998: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
19871
19890
199099
199147
199276
199345
199465
1995104
199635
19971
19982
19993

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SUSPENSION

1 of 2 total reports mentions: suspension.

CRASH INJURY
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WHILE DRIVING, THE SPINDLE ON THE REAR AXLE BROKE IN HALF. DRIVER LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, WHICH WENT ACROSS FOUR LANES OF TRAFFIC INTO A WALL. DRIVER'S SIDE REAR TIRE DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20040308

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 2 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

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DECREASED BRAKING POWER WHEN DRIVING IN RAIN OR WET ROADS UNDER NORMAL BRAKING CONDITIONS. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19990104

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1998 Chevrolet Lumina APV — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

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WORST YEARS

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FAQ

Is the 1998 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 1998 Chevrolet Lumina APV?

The most-reported component is suspension:rear:axle:spindle, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1998 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.