1999 Chevrolet Lumina APV

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1999 Chevrolet Lumina APV
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:08:50.831Z

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

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

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 1997: 1 complaint 1998: 2 complaints 1999: 3 complaints 1999 3
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 1997: 1 complaint 1997 1998: 2 complaints 1998 1999: 3 complaints 1999 3
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 1997: 1 complaint 1997 1998: 2 complaints 1998 1999: 3 complaints 1999 3

1999: 3 complaints

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YearComplaints
19871
19890
199099
199147
199276
199347
199465
1995104
199635
19971
19982
19993

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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FAQ

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.