1995 Chevrolet Lumina acceleration problems

26 complaints (5% of all complaints for this car).

owner complaints: 26
of this car's complaints: 5%
crashes: 0
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Linkages
3
Cables
3
Cruise control
1
Accelerator pedal
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Chevrolet Lumina acceleration problems in other years

Related recalls

Vehicle speed controlReported November 3, 1995 · 6,772 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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."
Risk: Consequence of non-compliance: the throttle may faitl to return quickly causing the engine speed to not decrease to a level anticipated by the driver.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the throttle cable support bracket.

Recall number 95V214000 · Recall details

What 1995 Chevrolet Lumina owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Aug 13, 2005 · Acceleration · NC

There is a recall listed on this website but the manufactuar says there isn't one? My car is doing the exact thing the recall says on this page.

Filed May 29, 2002 · Acceleration, Brakes · SC

When brakes are applied there is sudden acceleration instead of vehicle slowing down. Have to slam on brakes to stop vehicle.

Filed Oct 15, 2001 · Acceleration · TX

When starting vehicle engine raced all the way to 40, and there was no foot on accelerator. Consumer has been through two sets of brakes because both feet had to be applied to brake in order to stop vehicle. *ak consumer states idle is high for the first 5-7 miles, vehicle racees 40-45 MPH on its own.

Filed Mar 29, 2001 · Acceleration · PA

I am still experienceing a engine surge when the car is at idle.

Filed Mar 20, 2001 · Acceleration, Lights · IA

Consumer has to wiggle turn signal switch to get rear brake lights to work, also when cruise is on and consumer turns on left turn signal, cruise will cut off.

Filed Nov 27, 2000 · Acceleration, Fuel system · CA

The windshield wiper will only operate once in a while, there was a recall 97v017, however the dealer is telling the consumer that this vehicle is not included in the recall.

Filed Oct 18, 2000 · Acceleration · PA

My cruise control was set at 55mph and I was traveling at that speed.I came upon a vechile that was traveling slower.as I attempted to pass I put on my left turn signal. At that time the cruise control shut down and decreased my speed enough that I had to remain in that lane till all other cars passed

Filed Sep 6, 2000 · Acceleration · UN

While driving up a hill the throttle cable came apart. Nlm

Filed Feb 1, 2000 · Acceleration, Electrical · FL

First start of the day,vehicle will idle high, and then vehicle will stall at least 3- 4 times before it will actually act normally . Dealr has replaced massive air flow sensor/ computer chip/ spark plugs, including wiring , and has erased memory. Defect keeps reoccurring.

Filed Sep 7, 1999 · Acceleration · CA

The throtle is stuck in open position. The dealer has been notified.

Questions about the 1995 Chevrolet Lumina acceleration

Does the 1995 Chevrolet Lumina have acceleration problems?

Owners have filed 26 complaints about the acceleration of the 1995 Chevrolet Lumina, 5% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1995 Chevrolet Lumina acceleration problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1995 Chevrolet Lumina acceleration?

Yes, 1 recall: 95V214000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Chevrolet Lumina have the most acceleration problems?

The Chevrolet Lumina model years with the most acceleration complaints are 1995 (26 complaints) and 1997 (10 complaints).