1992 Chevrolet Lumina steering problems

13 complaints (4% of all complaints for this car).

owner complaints: 13
of this car's complaints: 4%
crashes: 0
recalls: 0

Which part fails

Steering wheel/handle bar
2
Hydraulic power assist: pump
2
Hydraulic power assist system
2
Hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

0k-25k

25k-50k

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150k-175k

175k-200k

200k+

Chevrolet Lumina steering problems in other years

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 1992 Chevrolet Lumina owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Dec 4, 2014 · Body, Engine · OH

Subframe washers rust and fail which caused in this case the steering rack to disconnect . I have been auto tech for 25 years and have seen many makes have very concerning safety problems . The federal safety agency has failed in my eyes . The state I live in uses salt so the problems show up faster here in rust and cold related problems . My personal vehicle has 4 items that I truly believe should be recalled but are not . 1 of them makes my driver airbag inop . Thanks for your time and any help I can be please contact.

Filed Oct 28, 2011 · Steering · 100,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 1992 chevrolet lumina. The contact was driving 30 MPH when the steering seized. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where the mechanic confirmed that sub frame that controlled the rack and pinion was corroded and detached from the vehicle. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileages were 100,000.

Filed Mar 17, 2004 · Steering · OH

While driving the vehicle stalled. The steering wheel locked. The driver try to unlock the steering but was unable to unlock. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection. The cause has not been determined. Please provide further details.

Filed Jan 23, 2004 · Steering · 110,000 miles · NC

Intermittently when turning corners, the power steering failed. Just recently, the problem while driving straight. The manufacturer and the dealer have not been notified of the problem.

Filed Mar 26, 2001 · Engine, Steering · MN

Consumer was traveling 25mph on a residental street and motor fell to ground. There was a loss of steering,vehicle jumped curb and landed someones lawn. Then, stopped just before hitting house. Service garage found metal washer deteriorated due to road salt, and cause the motor mounts to weaken.

Filed Jul 7, 1999 · Body, Steering · MI

While turning the conner at 10 MPH the subframe separated, causing steering problems after it collapsed. Dealer has been contacted.

Filed Nov 18, 1998 · Steering · OK

While driving the steering column causes the signal light to work. Also, it is very hard to make a left or right hand turn. Consumer has contacted the dealer. Please provide any further details.

Filed Jun 16, 1998 · Lights, Steering · NY

When driving all of a sudden there was smoke and sparks coming from the steering area. Also there were odors. *ak

Filed Jun 18, 1997 · Steering · VA

The steering column will smoke for no apparent reason while driving and even when starting the vehicle.

Filed Jan 9, 1997 · Brakes, Electrical · TX

Loose clamp on radiator.

Questions about the 1992 Chevrolet Lumina steering

Does the 1992 Chevrolet Lumina have steering problems?

Owners have filed 13 complaints about the steering of the 1992 Chevrolet Lumina, 4% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1992 Chevrolet Lumina steering problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1992 Chevrolet Lumina steering?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Chevrolet Lumina have bad steering?

The Chevrolet Lumina model years with the most steering complaints are 1997 (88 complaints), 1998 (56 complaints) and 1990 (39 complaints).