MYRModel Year Report

1999 Chevrolet Lumina

▲ Better than typical
1999 Chevrolet Lumina
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:47:01.806Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
103
Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 1999

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Engine and engine cooling

42% of complaints

Complaints per year

1987: 1 complaint 1987 1988: 0 complaints 1989: 0 complaints 1990: 435 complaints 1990 1991: 358 complaints 1992: 345 complaints 1993: 247 complaints 1993 1994: 130 complaints 1995: 494 complaints 1996: 245 complaints 1996 1997: 347 complaints 1998: 223 complaints 1999: 103 complaints 1999 103 2000: 30 complaints 2001: 21 complaints 2002: 0 complaints 2002 2008: 1 complaint
1987: 1 complaint 1987 1988: 0 complaints 1989: 0 complaints 1989 1990: 435 complaints 1991: 358 complaints 1991 1992: 345 complaints 1993: 247 complaints 1993 1994: 130 complaints 1995: 494 complaints 1995 1996: 245 complaints 1997: 347 complaints 1997 1998: 223 complaints 1999: 103 complaints 1999 103 2000: 30 complaints 2001: 21 complaints 2001 2002: 0 complaints 2008: 1 complaint 2008
1987: 1 complaint 1987 1988: 0 complaints 1988 1989: 0 complaints 1989 1990: 435 complaints 1990 1991: 358 complaints 1991 1992: 345 complaints 1992 1993: 247 complaints 1993 1994: 130 complaints 1994 1995: 494 complaints 1995 1996: 245 complaints 1996 1997: 347 complaints 1997 1998: 223 complaints 1998 1999: 103 complaints 1999 103 2000: 30 complaints 2000 2001: 21 complaints 2001 2002: 0 complaints 2002 2008: 1 complaint 2008

1999: 103 complaints

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YearComplaints
19871
19880
19890
1990435
1991358
1992345
1993247
1994130
1995494
1996245
1997347
1998223
1999103
200030
200121
20020
20081

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine and engine cooling

42% · 43 reports

Most commonly citing manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe and cooling system.

CRASHFIRE

Service brakes

19% · 20 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.

CRASH

Electrical system

8% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing wiring and alternator/generator/regulator.

FIREINJURY
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1999 Chevrolet Lumina ls. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle shutting off while driving.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-11-13

Steering

7% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing tie rod assembly and hydraulic power assist system.

CRASHINJURY
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While driving, my car will just suddenly cut off and this occurs whether stopped at the light or while pressing the accelerator. The volt light comes on and the car just cuts off and the steering wheel locks up.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-04-01

Also filed under Engine

Power train

7% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and column shift assembly.

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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    2002-10-22Engineering analysisClosed 2004-03-09 Engine compartment fires
  2. R
    2007-04-27Fuel system, other07E021000 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…

    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.

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  3. R
    2009-04-09Engine and engine cooling09V116000 General Motors is recalling 1,497,516 my 1997-2003 Buick regal, my 1998-2003 Chevrolet Lumina, monte carlo and impala, my 1998-1999 oldsmobile intrigue, my 1997-2003 Pontiac grand prix vehicles…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the engineâ’s front valve cover and front-valve-cover gasket with new parts of an improved design and remove the engineâ’s plastic cover and plastic oil-fill-tube extension…

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  4. R
    2016-02-19Engine and engine cooling15V701000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 1998-1999 Chevrolet Lumina and Oldsmobile Intrigue, 1997-2004 Buick Regal and Pontiac Grand Prix, 2000-2004 Chevrolet Impala, and 1998-2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vehicles.

    Remedy: The remedy applied under recalls 08V-118, 09V-116, and 15V-201 did not adequately remove the safety risk. Under the improved remedy, dealers will replace the engine’s front valve cover and gasket.

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Buy-smart checklist

1999 Chevrolet Lumina — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 43 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 20 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 8 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 07E021000 · Fuel system, other
  • Recall 09V116000 · Engine and engine cooling
  • Recall 15V701000 · Engine and engine cooling
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 1999 Chevrolet Lumina reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1999 Chevrolet Lumina is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Chevrolet Lumina?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1999 Chevrolet Lumina have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.