1999 Chevrolet Lumina APV
Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
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Complaints per year
1999: 3 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
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine and engine cooling
2 of 3 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine.
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3.4L V6 engine failure was a leak in intake manifold gasket. Airbag failure was a defective seatbelt retractor, causing airbag warning light to stay lit.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-04-22
Also filed under Air bags
Intake manifold leaked.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-03-07
Structure
1 of 3 total reports mentions: structure.
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Rear cradle bolt fell off while driving, causing engine to fall out of vehicle. Consumer lost control of vehicle, and had a collision.
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-07-23
Air bags
1 of 3 total reports mentions: air bags.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1999 Chevrolet Lumina APV — pre-purchase inspection
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- Engine and engine cooling: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 1 report on file for this year.
- Air bags: 1 report on file for this year.
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- Is the 1999 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 1999 Chevrolet Lumina APV?
- The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1999 Chevrolet Lumina APV have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.