1994 Chevrolet Lumina
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1987 | 1 |
| 1988 | 0 |
| 1989 | 0 |
| 1990 | 427 |
| 1991 | 352 |
| 1992 | 342 |
| 1993 | 243 |
| 1994 | 126 |
| 1995 | 492 |
| 1996 | 245 |
| 1997 | 347 |
| 1998 | 223 |
| 1999 | 103 |
| 2000 | 30 |
| 2001 | 21 |
| 2002 | 0 |
| 2008 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
10% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 12 distinct reports on file.
10% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 12 distinct reports on file.
10% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 12 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
DURING MULTI-VEHICLE ACCIDENT, WHEN MADE ATTEMPT TO AVOID SECOND COLLISION BRAKE SEEMED INEFECTIVE, BRAKE WAS NON-RESPONSIVE, VEHICLE CONTINUED TO ROLL FORWARD.
NHTSA ODI report, 19951227
9% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 11 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
ABS, BRAKE FAILURE, APLLIED BRAKES PEDAL WENT THE FLOOR, LOSS OF PRESSURE, IMPACT 12:00, SPEED 45. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950814
7% of complaints: structure — 9 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR WILL NOT OPEN FROM OUTSIDE. SEEMS TO BE A VERY COMMON PROBLEM ON THESE CARS.*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20020823
DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR WILL NOT OPEN FROM OUTSIDE. SEEMS TO BE A VERY COMMON PROBLEM ON THESE CARS.*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20020823
SAFETY TIMELINE
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 UNI
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.
Campaign 07E021000 — check if this car was fixed
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONF
Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
Campaign 09E012000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1994 Chevrolet Lumina — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (12 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (12 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (12 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 07E021000 (fuel system, other) has been completed.
- Verify recall 09E012000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1994 Chevrolet Lumina reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1994 Chevrolet Lumina is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1994 Chevrolet Lumina?
The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:rotor, accounting for 10% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1994 Chevrolet Lumina have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.