1995 Chevrolet Lumina
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
7 recalls name the 1995 Chevrolet Lumina. Newest first.
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 universal pressure regulators (upr) were produced without an o'ring and retainer.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Fuel may leak, possibly resulting in a fire.
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.
The center rear seat belt anchor plate exhibits stress cracks.
Risk and remedy
Risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the seat belt system can fracture, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the center rear seat belt system.
The center rear seat belt anchor plate exhibits stress cracks.
Risk and remedy
Risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the seat belt system can fracture and injury to the seat occupant can occur.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the center rear seat belt system.
Some of these vehicles have a strained or separated washer/wiper switch power feed wire.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This can cause the windshield washer/wiper to work intermittently and could ultimately result in inoperative wipers. if this were to occur in a severe weather situation, driver visibility could be reduced, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the old designed washer/wiper switches with a newly designed switch.
These vehicles were assembled with throttle cable support brackets that could contact the throttle lever system and inhibit the throttle return. This does not meet the requirements of fmvss no. 124, "accelerator control systems."
Risk and remedy
Risk
Consequence of non-compliance: the throttle may faitl to return quickly causing the engine speed to not decrease to a level anticipated by the driver.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the throttle cable support bracket.
The four (4) steering column support bracket attaching bolts were under torqued during assembly.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Inadequate torque can cause these bolts to vibrate, loosen, or fall out resulting in loss of steering control and increase the potential for a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will retorque the steering column support bracket attaching bolts to the correct specifications.
A right-hand lower control arm tapered ball joint mounting hole was incorrectly machined. Movement within this attachment can allow the ball joint stud to fatigue and fracture.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the ball joint fractured while the vehicle was in motion, loss of steering control to the vehicle can occur.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the right-hand lower control arm and ball joint stud on all involved vehicles.
Owner complaints
492 complaints50 involved a crash8 involved a fire45 injuries6 deaths
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Air bags
Letter from senator nelson on behalf of constituent re 1995 chevy lumina airbag did not deploy. *smd the consumer was involved in an accident and suffered injuries. *Jb
- Engine and engine cooling
I drove a lumina that had a problem that sounds like same type of engine shutoff problem that has been in the news lately. it happened most often when driving on the highway. as I decelerated on exit ramps, the engine would shutoff. this became a fairly regular occurrence with this car. several…
I drove a lumina that had a problem that sounds like same type of engine shutoff problem that has been in the news lately. it happened most often when driving on the highway. as I decelerated on exit ramps, the engine would shutoff. this became a fairly regular occurrence with this car. several mechanics were unable to solve the problem. (i believe it was a 1994 or 1995 lumina that I owned. I could not find a record of it.) *tr
- Engine and engine cooling
Vehicle intake manifold gasket IS leaking. This IS due to the manifold being made of plastic which breaks and causes it to leak. Gm IS aware of this flaw but I did not see recalls so I am reporting this matter in hopes there can be a recall for the faulty part. *tr
- Electronic stability control (esc) · Suspension › Rear
On or about 10-6-10 I assisted my grandson in purchasing a vehicle from a car lot in cleveland ohio. the car was a 1995 chevy lumina. we were told the car had been purchased at an auction in pa. And driven to cleveland without a problem. I paid $635 for the downpayment with additional $300 to be…
On or about 10-6-10 I assisted my grandson in purchasing a vehicle from a car lot in cleveland ohio. the car was a 1995 chevy lumina. we were told the car had been purchased at an auction in pa. And driven to cleveland without a problem. I paid $635 for the downpayment with additional $300 to be paid by 11-5-10 for a title transfer. then $200 a month thereafter for 12 months. we left with an elated young man who now had a way to get back and forth to work for his two jobs. the next day he takes it for an oil change and IS told that the car has numerous problems, leaking gaskets, bad struts, rusted floor, and leak in gas tank and transmission. the next day, it stopped running. contacted the dealer who towed it and claimed to repair leaking trans. three days later it stops again, they tow it from I-480 highway and each tow we have to pay them $45. they are given a list of repairs needed, even though purchased with no warranty the car barely leaves the lot before it breaks down. on payday, he gets car back this time and fills tank up only for his job parking lot to be covered with leaking gas and the police and fire dept. Are called and tell him not to drive the car as the leak IS a death trap. again I pay for a tow from aaa $64. they are informed and state they put a gas tank on and that we cannot contact them regarding anymore problems. two days ago the car stops again, battery dead. I purchase a new battery and today, the stabilizer bar falls and the struts are hanging leaving the car undriveable. something must be done regarding unscrupulous dealers that sell these hard working people unreliable transportation. *Tr
- Structure › Frame and members
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 chevrolet lumina. while driving approximately 10 mph, the contact heard a loud banging noise underneath the vehicle. upon further inspection, she noticed that the frame of the vehicle was fractured, which caused it to separate from the vehicle. the vehicle was pushed…
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 chevrolet lumina. while driving approximately 10 mph, the contact heard a loud banging noise underneath the vehicle. upon further inspection, she noticed that the frame of the vehicle was fractured, which caused it to separate from the vehicle. the vehicle was pushed to her place of residence. the contact IS in the process of having the vehicle inspected to determine the cause of the failure. the failure and current mileages were 150,000.
- Power train › Automatic transmission
The car was running fine and then when it shifted through the gears when it went to change into overdrive it was like it just went into neutral. I pulled over and tried all the gears again and there was a light gringing sound and all it would work in was 1ST gear so I got to drive home at a lightning speed of bout 10 to 15 mph. *Tr
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 chevrolet lumina. the contact stated that his windshield wipers work intermittently. the manufacturer informed him that his vin was not included in nhtsa campaign ID number 97v017000 (visibility:windshield wiper/washer:switch/wiring). the contact will have the dealer replace the washer wiper switch. the failure mileage was 41,718 and current mileage was 42,000.
- Exterior lighting › Turn signal › Switch
95 luminas and monte carlos as well as other gm w-body vehicles have a problem with the turn signal switch going bad and causing the brake lights not to work. *tr
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 chevrolet lumina. the contact stated that the vehicle continues to overheat and must constantly apply antifreeze. the vehicle has no visible leaks and while driving approximately 45 mph, the vehicle stalled. the mechanic stated that antifreeze leaked into the engine and caused the failure. the current and failure mileages were 86,558.
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system · Power train › Automatic transmission
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 55 mph, the engine hesitated without warning. upon initial inspection by the contact, it was determined the failure was possibly related to the exhaust system. the dealer and manufacturer were not alerted.
- Seat belts › Front › Anchorage
My daughter was involved in a fatal auto accident. She was the rear passenger of a chevorlet 1995 lumina. She had on her seat belt. Her girlfriend also in the rear, distracted the driver who lost control of the car and hit a telephone pole. My daughter received a fatal blow to the head, liver…
My daughter was involved in a fatal auto accident. She was the rear passenger of a chevorlet 1995 lumina. She had on her seat belt. Her girlfriend also in the rear, distracted the driver who lost control of the car and hit a telephone pole. My daughter received a fatal blow to the head, liver lacerations , fractured ribs, and seat belt contusions. She remained in a coma for nine days before passing away. the girl who did not have her seat belt survived with only minor abrasions. The other two front seat driver and passenger received only minor abrasions. the car exploded into flames. *Jb
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
Dt*: the contact stated that on many occasions the windshield wipers would malfunction. on one occasion, the windshield wipers malfunctioned while driving in the evening during a rain storm. recalls were found on nhtsa website that matched the symptoms that the vehicle was experiencing. the…
Dt*: the contact stated that on many occasions the windshield wipers would malfunction. on one occasion, the windshield wipers malfunctioned while driving in the evening during a rain storm. recalls were found on nhtsa website that matched the symptoms that the vehicle was experiencing. the dealers and the manufacturer were contacted and determined that the vehicle's vin number was not included in the recalls. the vehicle has not been serviced.
- Exterior lighting › Turn signal › Flasher unit
Turn signals do not flash. *jb
- Electrical system › Ignition › Anti-theft › Control module
I turned car off went into the house came back tried to start car it would not start it had full power I replaced the starter had battery checked it was fully charged no problems tried to start it security light IS flashing cleaned key unable to start this IS a 1995 chevy lumina this IS a danger. It needs to be investigated . *nm
- Unknown or other
Chipping & cracking of paint. *jb
- Exterior lighting · Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Switch/wiring
Dt: the contact states there IS a nhtsa recall campaign 97v017000 concerning windshield wiper/washer switch power feed wire. This vehicle IS experiencing the same problems as indicated in the recall, but IS not included in the recall due to vin. the contact repaired the vehicle at his own…
Dt: the contact states there IS a nhtsa recall campaign 97v017000 concerning windshield wiper/washer switch power feed wire. This vehicle IS experiencing the same problems as indicated in the recall, but IS not included in the recall due to vin. the contact repaired the vehicle at his own expense.*ak updated 12/27/2005. the turn signal switch was defective. the brake lights failed intermittently. the wipers failed intermittently. *nm
- Exterior lighting › Brake lights
Brake lights stopped working. Will work if pull turn signal arm toward driver, but only while it IS pulled forward. This will require a 350$ fix. Seen lots of other complaints on the internet about this same issue. If a turn signal arm that IS known to go loose that causes brake lights go out IS not a hazard I don't know what IS. *nm
- Service brakes, hydraulic · Service brakes, hydraulic › Power assist
On a road test for a customer I lost the brakes, as it developed a hard pedal without power assist. The condition was intermittent. Upon investigation I discovered the vacuum hose from the back of the intake to the power booster was softened with oil contamination and had begun to collapse cutting…
On a road test for a customer I lost the brakes, as it developed a hard pedal without power assist. The condition was intermittent. Upon investigation I discovered the vacuum hose from the back of the intake to the power booster was softened with oil contamination and had begun to collapse cutting off vac to the booster. I installed a new hose assembly but this came out of nowhere and could cause problems for any driver at any time. The vehicle was a 1995 chevy lumina 3.4 V6. Clearance IS very tight where the hose runs. I think gm should go to a hard hose instead of a performed rubber hose. The engine was not leaking oil. This failure was heat an normal wear. Being these cars are 10 years old they are starting to fail. I suspect every vehicle with the 3.4 l engine will have this same problem not just the lumina. *Jb
- Electrical system
Dt: 1995 chevrolet lumina. the consumer stated that when the vehicle was started, it caught on fire. a co-worker came out and had awaken the consumers son. the fire and police departments responded. a fire report was taken. the fire department stated that the fire started in the rear of the…
Dt: 1995 chevrolet lumina. the consumer stated that when the vehicle was started, it caught on fire. a co-worker came out and had awaken the consumers son. the fire and police departments responded. a fire report was taken. the fire department stated that the fire started in the rear of the vehicle on the passenger's side near the bumper. also, a police report was taken. the manufacturer sent an inspector, who stated that it was impossible for a fire to start. there was no exhaust leak, therefore gm could not do anything for the consumer. this happened on september 14, 2005. the vehicle had not been repaired. *ak (11/21/05) *sc
- Exterior lighting
Brake light failure connected with the turn signal stalk. The window brake light works fine, but the bottom break lights don't work. All fuses and light bulbs are working. There seems to be a lot of people having this same problem. Http://www.autofan.com/forum_thread.asp?message=6440 I feel this IS a very dangerous situation. *nm
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
I began having problems with my windshield wipers only working sporadically, and when discussing with a friend, I discovered there might be a recall regarding my vehicle. when I went online to search if I was covered, I discovered multiple gm recalls that covered the problem I was having, and…
I began having problems with my windshield wipers only working sporadically, and when discussing with a friend, I discovered there might be a recall regarding my vehicle. when I went online to search if I was covered, I discovered multiple gm recalls that covered the problem I was having, and online it seemed as though my van qualified. when I phoned a dealer with my vin #, I was told I was not covered under the recall. I believe that my vehicle IS experiencing the same problem covered by the recall of thousands of other gm vehicles. *nm
- Exterior lighting › Brake lights · Exterior lighting › Turn signal
Dt: the consumer states the 1995 chevrolet lumina had no brakes lights. The consumer said that the directional switch was faulty. Also, that someone could hit the consumer in car. The consumer had it fixed at $260.96. The car was fine now. He just wanted everyone to know about the switch and the…
Dt: the consumer states the 1995 chevrolet lumina had no brakes lights. The consumer said that the directional switch was faulty. Also, that someone could hit the consumer in car. The consumer had it fixed at $260.96. The car was fine now. He just wanted everyone to know about the switch and the cost of the switch. The dealership was not contacted. However, the manufacturer was contacted and they said to contact the dealer. *Ak
- Vehicle speed control
There IS a recall listed on this website but the manufactuar says there isn't one? my car IS doing the exact thing the recall says on this page. *Jb
- Exterior lighting › Brake lights
I have a 1995 chevrolet lumina. The third, or upper brake light works fine, the directionals in the back work fine, the lights come on when I turn the headlights on, and my backing up light work fine. But the brake lights do not work when I hit the brake pedal. I am finding that many people with…
I have a 1995 chevrolet lumina. The third, or upper brake light works fine, the directionals in the back work fine, the lights come on when I turn the headlights on, and my backing up light work fine. But the brake lights do not work when I hit the brake pedal. I am finding that many people with luminas are experiencing the same problem. my mechanic suggests replacing the entire brake light assembly, at a cost of over $300. Chevrolet should recall and correct this problem.*ak
- Fuel system, gasoline
A fuel smell started coming from the vents of the vehicle, and the driver was able to drive the vehicle to the dealer. mechanic could not duplicate the problem. *ak
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10246631Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
- 10232287This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10208027This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
- 10171318This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
- 10170494This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Procedures to Unlock Delco Radio with Theftlock.
- 10168979This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code. The PI update to version D is to advise the unlock procedure is temporarily unavailable. E version update is to add administrative details.
- 10166638This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10165876This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code. The PI update to version D is to advise the unlock procedure is temporarily unavailable.
- 10157018This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
- 10154641This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10141381This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco Theft Lock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code.
- 10138060This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information with the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10114947This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code.
- 10114924This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code.
- 10113443This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
- 10017568Intermittent chuggle or fishbite on light acceleration or a highway speeds with no diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs).
- 10007559No tcc apply, malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on, tcc surge, possible p0740, p1870, or 39 after installation of a reman (srta) 4t60/4t60e.
- 10000782Revised piston pin removal / installation procedure.
- 6089996Some vehicles equipped with hydra-matic 3T40, 4T60 or 4t60-e transxales may comment on a grinding and / or growling noise that IS noticeable when in park on incline.
- 619370Owners of some vehicles equipped with hydra-matic 3T40, 4T60, 4t60-e or 4t65-e transaxles may comment on a grinding and / or growling noise that IS noticeable when standing in park on a hill or slope with the engine running and the parking brake not applied.
- 619360Some owners may comment on driveability symptons of long or hard starts, chuggle, rough idle and light or intermittent misfire due to clogged fuel injectors.
- 615105Recall campaign involving replacing the rear seat belt anchor plate.
- 615074Some vehicles may exhibit front suspension scrunch / popping type noise coming from the front of vehicle that IS apparent during low speed turning maneuvers.
- 615073Some V6 engines may, on a very infrequent basis, have an oil odor condition that IS generally encountered after the engine's oil has been changed.typically the odor lasts approximately 1000 miles after the change of oil and then does not reappear until the next change of oil.
- 605952Subject regarding product safety campaign - rear seat belt anchor plate.
- 604343Some owners may experience a driveability symptom of long or hard starts, chuggle, rough idle and light or intermittent misfire.
- 601915Comments on a ticking type noise that begins shortly after cold engine start-up and gradually diminishes as the engine warms up.
- 600282Some vehicles may experience a driveability symptom of long or hard starts, chuggle, rough idle and light or intermittent misfire.
- 54419Comment that the ABS light IS on with diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) 46 and 86 set as current or history.
- 54418Some vehicles experience difficulties to depress accelerator pedal and/or an accelerator cable separation.
- 54328Experiencing intermittent steering column snap or click noise when turning.
- 54066Subject pertaining to driveability symptoms due to fuel injector deposits.
- 54065Comments on inoperative power door locks (front and/or rear doors).
- 52600Cln indicator appears on radio display and does not turn off (reset cln indicator with the eject button on tape).
- 52580Difficult to depress accelerator pedal and/or accelerator cable separation (install accelerator cable and clip).
- 52563Reduced engine performance, restricted fuel flow (clean fuel tank, replace in-line fuel filter and fuel pump strainer).
- 51497Cold start rattle noise (diagnosis/service procedure).
- 51353Excessive oil consumption (replace pcv harness).
- 51296Intermittent neutral or loss of drive at highway speeds or from fourth gear (replace control valve body assembly).
- 51272Recall 97v-017 - pivot and (pulse/dimmer) windshield washer switch - general motors has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain 1994 pontiac grand prix, 1994-95 buick regal, oldsmobile cutlass supreme and 1995 chevrolet lumina/montecarlo model vehicles - some of these vehicles have a strained or separated washer/wiper switch power feed wire -this may cause the windshield washer/wiper to work intermittently and could ultimately result in inoperativ wipers - if this were to occur in a severe weather situation, driver visibility could be reduced, which could result in a vehicle crash without prior warning - to correct this concern, dealers are to service all vehicles subject to this campaign at no charge to customers, regardless of mileage, age of vehicle, or ownership, from this time on - recall 97v-017.
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