1991 chevy lumina apv,while driving over not so smooth wisconsin streets the frame retainer rotted off of the mounting bolt causing the frame rail to drop down over 4 inches causing poor steering control. The vehicle was at this point unsafe to operate. Gm has a recall campaign for this however they refuse to honor it.
1991 Chevrolet Lumina Apv body problems
16 complaints (34% of all complaints for this car). 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 16
- of this car's complaints
- 34%
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Frame and members6
- Body: door4
- Body: tailgate1
- Body: door: hinge and attachments1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Chevrolet Lumina Apv body problems in other years
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Structure
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles and mini vans originally sold or currently registered in the following states: connecticut, illinois, indiana, maine, massachusetts, michigan, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont and wisconsin. The rear cradle bolts pull through the retainers due to corrosion of the retainer. If both bolts pull through, the rear cradle would not longer be supported at these mounting locations and the steering intermediate shaft can separate from the steering gear.
- Risk
- If this were to occur while the vehicle was in motion, a vehicle crash could result.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the rear cradle bolts and retainers.
Recall number 97V058000 · Recall details
Related investigations
Cradle bolt failures
There is no summary currently available
RQ97017
What 1991 Chevrolet Lumina Apv owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl*the contact owns a 1991 chevrolet lumina apv. While driving approximately 2 MPH it became difficult to control the steering wheel. The contact stated that the steering wheel would spin around with no resistance; however, the vehicle would not move in any direction that the steering wheel was turned. The vehicle was turned off and towed to his residence. The manufacturer was notified and informed the contact that his vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency recall campaign id number 00v189000. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 143,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 1991 chevrolet lumina apv. While driving 15 MPH, the contact lost steering ability. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and they stated that the rear two bolts that hold the engine failed, which caused the steering column to disconnect. As of july 26, 2007, the dealer has not repaired the vehicle. The current and failure mileages were 168,000. Updated 02/01/08.
The cradle bolts rusted and pulled through the frame. *jb
While driving 70 MPH and without warning engine cradle bolt retainers broke off and released transmission. Dealer has been notified; however ,was unable to remedy the problem.
This vehicle model year has an active recall,the federal safety agency # 97v058000. However chevrolet states that my vehicle falls outside the range of applicable vins, and will not perform the recall. This vehicle's rear cradle bolts pulled through the retainers, just as written in the recall notice. Luckily the operator was able to keep the vehicle under control and avoid an accident. (it was the only car on the road at the time). The federal safety agency may want to investigate and have gmc increase the range of vins applicable to this campaign. ******dims 11 ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut-over to artemis******757420.*ak
I was driving 25 to 30 MPH when the carriage dropped out of the vehicle causing the steering to also be pulled out. The engine dropped approxamately 6 inches and the tie rods where also bent.
Sliding side door outside handle broke off in consumer's hand. Dealer has been notified. Please provide further information.
Bolts pulled though the washer on the rear frame mounts which caused the steering rod to disengage, resulting in loss of steering control. Please give any further detals.
Consumer will provide VIN# at later date. The doors of vehicle have pins that break in half. The driver and passenger side doors cannot be opened from the outside. The sliding door can not be opened from the inside. The pins have either fallen out or broken off. The doors began falling off and breaking in mid-july. All have broken off by august 19, 1998. Dealership says there is nothing they can do at this time.
Questions about the 1991 Chevrolet Lumina Apv body
Does the 1991 Chevrolet Lumina Apv have body problems?
Owners have filed 16 complaints about the body of the 1991 Chevrolet Lumina Apv, 34% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 1991 Chevrolet Lumina Apv body problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1991 Chevrolet Lumina Apv body?
Yes, 1 recall: 97V058000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Chevrolet Lumina Apv have the most body problems?
The Chevrolet Lumina Apv model years with the most body complaints are 1990 (35 complaints) and 1991 (16 complaints).
Other 1991 Chevrolet Lumina Apv problems
Locks 6Brakes 5Seat belts 5Seats 5Electrical 4Engine 4Airbags 2Visibility 2Fuel system 1Steering 1Suspension 1Transmission 1
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