1997 Chevrolet Lumina: sudden loss of power

6 of the 346 complaints about the 1997 Chevrolet Lumina describe sudden loss of power.

owner complaints: 6
of this car's complaints: 2%
recalls: 0

Is there a fix? 8 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below

Sudden loss of power by model year

1998
6
1997
6
1996
5
1995
9
1994
2
1993
3
1992
1
1991
3
1990
4

What owners say

Filed Apr 13, 2010 · Electrical, Engine · 10,000 miles · AR

Tl*the contact owns a 1997 chevrolet lumina. While driving at approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle suddenly stalled completely losing all power. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and drive to a local mechanic who stated that the tire rods were defective, the engine mounts had fallen out, and there were electrical problems. The mechanic repaired the tie road and engine mount. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000. The current mileage was 199,876.

Filed Apr 26, 2004 · Fuel system · MD

While driving at any speed vehicle stalled. This caused consumer to drift to the side of the road. Consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer, but dealer could not resolve the problem. *ak consumer experienced loss of engine power while exiting the highway; however, consumer was able to restart vehicle and drive his way home. As consumer inspected the vehicle, gas was sprayed around and were dripping from the hood to the windshield. Also, consumer noticed that the fuel line was loose.

Filed Jul 9, 2001 · Airbags, Brakes · OH

Vehicle has experienced brake problems, front rotors have been replaced twice, front brake pads have been replaced, rear shoes glazed. Steering gear replaced due to consumer losing power steering while driving, power steering pump was replaced, rack was also replaced. Water pump was leaking and was replaced. Air bag light illuminated, dealer stated sir coil inoperative.

Filed Nov 18, 1998 · Steering · FL

When driving the car in wet weather, the power steering cuts out causing an extremely hazardous condition. I have ben told that this is a long term problem with front drive chevrolet vehicles and that there is no available correction. I can't understand how this problem can be allowed to exist without a recall. My wife and I have had a few near accidents and avoid driving the car unless it is necessary. I got in touch with chevrolet and was told to bring it into the dealer for evaluation. Since last friday (the dealer did not fix it) the car has lost power steering on at least three occasions. I would appreciate your help as I feel I am driving a deathtrap. Thank you!

Filed Oct 24, 1998 · Engine · FL

Vehicle undergoes loss of power when traveling at normal rate of speed and also when first pulling off from a stopped position. Seems like a dead pedal. Vehicle has been in shop since 0ct 7,98 and dealership still unable to determine problem. Almost resulted in an accident on 2 seperate occasions.

Filed Sep 30, 1998 · Engine · NC

Intermittent problem: when traveling at any speed the vehicle cuts off without prior warning, resulting in loss of all power. Consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer unable to find the cause of the problem. Please provide any futher details.