Most common 1995 Chevrolet Lumina Apv problems
Share of the 104 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Chevrolet Lumina Apv complaints by model year
1995 Chevrolet Lumina Apv recalls (3)
Power train › Automatic transmission › Cooling unit and lines
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles manufactured from August 1991 through July 1995. The transmission oil cooler line can separate when the vehicle is operated in low temperatures in combination with high transmission loads.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the transmission oil cooler lines.
Vehicle speed control
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."
Remedy: Dealers will replace the throttle cable support bracket.
Service brakes, hydraulic › Pedals and linkages
Improperly manufactured brake pedal arm causes the brake pedal arm to fracture during braking.
Remedy: Dealers will replace all suspect brake pedal assemblies.
What 1995 Chevrolet Lumina Apv owners say
Windows, wipers & sunroof all 40 →
Ref: NHTSA recall no. 97V017000 some of these vehicles have a strained or separated windshield washer/wiper switch wire. This can cause the windshield washer/wiper to work intermittently and could ultimately result in inoperative wipers. This has occurred twice during operation of my vehicle while driving on interstate highways and needing the wipers during a sudden rain storm. Five minutes later the wipers would be working again. I have contacted both the dealer I bought the new car from, and Chevrolet ([phone]) and neither knew anything about this type of problem.
Windshield wipers only work when they want to. On going problem since I bought van. Chevy says no recall was issued and it's not their problem. I have replaced the motor and still have the same problem. I can not drive if it is raining due to wipers May work but they could stop working again at any time. Also wiper fluid does not work when wipers do not work. I can not tell you how many failures due to it happens everytime it rains/snows/sleets. Meaning they May work or May not but if they do work they always stop.
Brakes
While driving approximately 40 MPH brake pedal was applied on several occasions. However, vehicle failed to stop, and hit a large boulder. Feel free to provide any further information concerning this matter.
I am reporting this to let you know that attempts to get information from GM or its local dealers has fallen upon deaf ears! The company line if you in the recall, you will be notified in writing! If my car crashes today, that won't do me much good. The ABS brakes on this van have never worked properly. Stopping distances are very long! I have always suspected but have always been told the brakes are fine. I was told the same today. I am going back to the dealer tomorrow and they claim, I will have to pay for this repair, since I don't have a notice of recall. My life, my family's lives are worth that to me. Unfortunately, I can't buy a new car! Thank you for your recent e-mail. We apologize for any frustration. Your vehicle May be involved
Body & structure
Vehicle has a remote sliding door. When the door is opened it closes without the remote being pushed. When the vehicle is on a slight hill it closes. Sometimes when no hill at all, it also closes. The dealer has been notified about the vehicle's door. The dealer repalced the motor on the door. After the replacement of the motor, the door still closes on it's own. Child was closed up in the door while on a hill. (she was pressed between the door and where the vehicle and the door meets.
The automatic sliding door when opening, the door will continue to move forward, causing the occupant's arm to be pinned in between the door, resulting in injuries. Consumer contacted the dealer and the dealer ordered parts to correct the problem.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 1995 Chevrolet Lumina Apv a good car?
There isn't enough complaint history for the Lumina Apv to compare model years reliably. So far owners have filed 104 complaints with NHTSA.
What is the most common problem with the 1995 Chevrolet Lumina Apv?
The windows, wipers & sunroof — 40 complaints, 38% of all complaints for this model year, most often about windshield wiper/washer. Next are the brakes (11) and body & structure (8).
How many recalls does the 1995 Chevrolet Lumina Apv have?
There are 3 recalls for the 1995 Chevrolet Lumina Apv, the most recent from January 23, 1996 (cooling unit and lines). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
At what mileage do 1995 Chevrolet Lumina Apv problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 130,000 miles; 0% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.