Most common 1995 Chevrolet Lumina problems
Share of the 492 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Chevrolet Lumina complaints by model year
Best Lumina years: 2001, 2000, 1999. Years to avoid: 1995, 1997, 1996. Compare all years →
1995 Chevrolet Lumina recalls (6)
Seat belts › Front › Anchorage
The center rear seat belt anchor plate exhibits stress cracks.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the center rear seat belt system.
Seat belts › Front › Anchorage
The center rear seat belt anchor plate exhibits stress cracks.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the center rear seat belt system.
Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Switch/wiring
Some of these vehicles have a strained or separated washer/wiper switch power feed wire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the old designed washer/wiper switches with a newly designed switch.
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.
Steering › Steering wheel/handle bar
The four (4) steering column support bracket attaching bolts were under torqued during assembly.
Remedy: Dealers will retorque the steering column support bracket attaching bolts to the correct specifications.
Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower ball joint
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.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the right-hand lower control arm and ball joint stud on all involved vehicles.
What 1995 Chevrolet Lumina owners say
Windows, wipers & sunroof all 82 →
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.
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.
Brakes all 77 →
Brakes repaired jun 98, brakes squeaked and made a rubbing sound. It was raining traffic was stopped started to proceed, then pressed brakes hard car continued to move it was raining speed at time no more than 3-4 MPH hit vehicle in front of me. Started driving again heard rubbing sound. Took to shop and found that the calipers had frozen and brakes were not working properly. Also mechanic stated that this is a problem on this type of vehicle. Want manufacturer to pay for repairs and reimburse for brake repairs
The brakes locked up and caused the vehicle to spin and caused an accident. Tt while approaching a 50 MPH curve, consumer touched brakes and vehicle skidded, it turned sideways and skidded again and then overturned, consumer states brakes locked up, consumer was injured in accident, consumer also stated in letter that a GM motors inspector that came and looked over vehicle and found a sensor had shorted underneath vehicle on drivers side.
Engine & cooling all 66 →
Tl 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.
Intake gaskets leak. I just bought a car less than three weeks ago, and a few days ago, the car started heating up, the "hot" light lit up, and low coolant light came on. I pulled over right away and had to put some windshield washer fluid in the overflow bottle so I could get somewhere, to call someone. They brought antifreeze, and when we went to fill the radiator, it was already full. Thinking maybe it was just a thermostat, we replaced that, but it kept doing the same thing, next suggestion was there an air bubble somewhere, so that was bled. Still same problem. Went to check the oil, only to find that the antifreeze was dumping into the oil pan. Called the head shop only to find that this motor (3.1) is known for the intake gaskets going out all the time. …
1995 Chevrolet Lumina engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.1L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 17 / 26 / 20 |
| 3.4L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 15 / 24 / 18 |
| 3.1L 6-cyl | 3-speed automatic | FWD | 17 / 21 / 18 |
| 3.8L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 15 / 23 / 18 |
EPA ratings. Class: Midsize car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 1995 Chevrolet Lumina a good car?
Based on 492 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 1995 Lumina rates avoid: 3.5× as many complaints as a typical year of the Lumina at the same age. It is one of the Lumina years we suggest avoiding. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 1995 Chevrolet Lumina?
The windows, wipers & sunroof — 82 complaints, 17% of all complaints for this model year, most often about windshield wiper/washer. Next are the brakes (77) and engine & cooling (66).
How many recalls does the 1995 Chevrolet Lumina have?
There are 6 recalls for the 1995 Chevrolet Lumina, the most recent from December 1, 1998 (anchorage). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Chevrolet Lumina?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2001, 2000 and 1999. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 1995, 1997 and 1996. See the full Chevrolet Lumina years comparison.
At what mileage do 1995 Chevrolet Lumina problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 100,000 miles; 6% 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.