What gets recalled
1996 Chevrolet Lumina Apv recalls (1)
Steering › Rack and pinion
Certain passenger vehicles and Mini vans have lower pinion bearings in the power rack and pinion assembly in which the retainer tabs were not crimped properly. These and some other retainers used in vehicles assembled between January 1, 1996 and October 31, 1997, could fail and permit the ball bearings to escape.
Remedy: Dealers will install a new lower pinion bearing unless inspect of the existing bearing indicates that replacement of the gear assembly is necessary. Owner notification began January 24, 2003.
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.
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the Chevrolet Lumina Apv have?
NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the Chevrolet Lumina Apv across 2 model years.
How do I know if my Chevrolet Lumina Apv has an open recall?
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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.