Is the Chevrolet Lumina APV Reliable?

19921996 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.

63/100
Fair

Reliability Score

7
Total Recalls
230
Owner Complaints
16
Reported Injuries
0
Reported Deaths

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Chevrolet Lumina APV Reliability by Year

Model YearRecallsComplaintsInjuriesDeathsReliability ScoreRating
19960241
76
Good
19951707
62
Fair
19943473
54
Fair
19932362
59
Fair
19921533
64
Fair

Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.

How the Lumina APV Compares to Similar Vehicles

Chevrolet Lumina APV63/100
Minivan Category Average71/100

The Lumina APV scores 8 points below the average minivan. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.

Known Chevrolet Lumina APV Reliability Issues

The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
17
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
15
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
12
SEATS
12
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
11
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
9

Based on 230 owner complaints across recent model years.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Chevrolet Lumina APV reliable?+

The Chevrolet Lumina APV scores 63/100 on our reliability index — rated "Fair." Across 5 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 7 recall campaigns and 230 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.

What year Lumina APV is most reliable?+

Reliability varies by model year. Check the year-by-year table above for a direct comparison.

How many miles does a Lumina APV last?+

With consistent maintenance, most Chevrolet Lumina APV owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Lumina APV will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.

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