Chevrolet Lumina Electrical System Problems
Owners have filed 129 complaints with NHTSA about electrical system problems on the Chevrolet Lumina across 7 model years. The 1995 model year has the most (43).
- 129electrical system complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 4mention a crash
- 4mention an injury
- 0related recalls
- 23%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
At what mileage do electrical system problems happen?
Based on 21 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 129 complaints, 4 mention a crash, 10 a fire, 4 an injury.
Chevrolet Lumina electrical system complaints by model year
| Model year | Electrical System complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 Lumina | 2 | 10% | 113,500 |
| 2000 Lumina | 3 | 10% | 65,253 |
| 1999 Lumina | 8 | 8% | 111,000 |
| 1998 Lumina | 17 | 8% | 120,000 |
| 1997 Lumina | 26 | 7% | 65,245 |
| 1996 Lumina | 30 | 12% | 71,000 |
| 1995 Lumina | 43 | 9% | 123,588 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (0)
No safety recall lists electrical system for the Chevrolet Lumina. A pattern of complaints does not always lead to a recall.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
1999 chevrolet lumina ls. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle shutting off while driving. *ld the consumer stated the pass-key 11 security system activated while driving causing the vehicle to lose steering and braking functions while being driven. *js
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet lumina. The contact stated that when the cruise control was activated, the vehicle accelerated independently. The contact also stated that the wipers and turn signals activated intermittently. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not…
1999 chevrolet lumina. Consumer writes in regards to several mechanical problems and recall issues. *smd the consumer stated the vehicle cut off, while driving on the highway. It was determined, the ignition needed to be replaced. Also, the wiring harness in the steering column went out, the egr…
Lost control of the vehicle driving home. Crashed. Police report is identical to steering recall. Which never was repaired. The vin number i have at home. Neither airbag deployed even though i smashed into a culvert. *tr
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. My local chevrolet dealer (youman's chevrolet, macon, ga) tried to find out what was…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Chevrolet Luminas have electrical system problems?
No. NHTSA has 129 owner complaints about electrical system for the Chevrolet Lumina. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Chevrolet Lumina electrical system?
No recall currently lists electrical system for this vehicle.
Other Chevrolet Lumina problems
- Engine and Engine Cooling problems (238)
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems (197)
- Steering problems (192)
- Visibility problems (144)
- Power Train problems (133)
- Air Bags problems (125)
See all Chevrolet Lumina problems.