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1992 Chevrolet Lumina Euro Coupe

The 1992 Chevrolet Lumina Euro Coupe is a 140-hp 3.1-liter V6 coupe with a 3-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It is rated at 19 mpg combined.

It makes 140 horsepower at 4,400 rpm and 185 lb-ft of torque at 3200 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 17 mpg city and 24 mpg highway (19 mpg combined).

The Lumina measures 198.3 inches long on a 107.5-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,224 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeCoupe
PowertrainGas
Engine
Engine Type3.1L LH0 OHV V6
Displacement3.1 L
Horsepower140 hp @ 4,400 rpm
Torque185 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission3-speed automatic
Fuel Economy
City17 MPG
Highway24 MPG
Combined19 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded
Brakes
Front Brake Disc4-wheel disc brakes (standard)
Rear Brake Disc4-wheel disc brakes (standard)
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front15"
Wheels Rear15"
Dimensions & Weight
Length198.3 in
Width71.7 in
Height53.3 in
Wheelbase107.5 in
Curb Weight3,224 lbs

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger Not rated
Side crash Not rated
Rollover Not rated
Tested variant: 1992 Chevrolet Lumina 4-DR.

Recalls

4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1992 Chevrolet LUMINA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Apr 7, 2009 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING

SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.

NHTSA campaign 09E012000

Mar 12, 2007 · FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES

CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.

Consequence: FUEL MAY LEAK, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.

Remedy: DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770.

NHTSA campaign 07E021000

Nov 3, 1992 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

THERE IS FUEL LEAKAGE AT THE FUEL TANK FILL AND/OR VENT PIPE EXTENSION SOLDER JOINTS.

Consequence: FUEL LEAKS CAN LEAD TO A VEHICLE FIRE IF EXPOSED TO ASOURCE OF IGNITION.

Remedy: REPLACE THE FUEL TANK.

NHTSA campaign 92V161000

Dec 6, 1991 · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

THE REVERSE SERVO APPLY PIN MAY BIND IN THE CASE WHICH COULD CAUSE REVERSE BAND DISTRESS (LOSS OR SLIPPING OF REVERSE), REVERSE BAND DRAG IN DRIVE RANGE (POOR PERFORMANCE -- POOR POWER), OR THE TRANSMISSION TO REMAIN IN REVERSE WHILE THE SHIFT INDICATOR SHOWS NEUTRAL GEAR POSITION.

Consequence: IF THE TRANSMISSION REMAINS IN REVERSE WHILE THE SHIFTINDICATOR SHOWS NEUTRAL, THE VEHICLE MAY UNEXPECTEDLY MOVE REARWARD AND RESULTIN A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.

Remedy: REPLACE THE TRANSAXLE WHERE REQUIRED.

NHTSA campaign 91V214000

348 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1992 Chevrolet LUMINA

Owner Complaints

348 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1992 Chevrolet LUMINA (17 mention a crash, 11 a fire, 11 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Service Brakes156
Hydraulic155
Electrical System36
Seat Belts35
Power Train22
Engine And Engine Cooling21
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Dec 4, 2014 · Steering, Power Train, Structure, Engine
“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 NHTSA…”
Feb 10, 2013 · Electrical System, Fuel/Propulsion System
“VEHICLE WOULD NOT START AFTER PARKED LESS THEN 2 HOURS. THE SPARK PLUGS WORKED FINE, WITH SUFFICIENT SPARK. THE COMPRESSION WAS AT A NORMAL LEVEL OF FUNCTION. THE PROBLEM WAS FOUND TO BE THE FUEL…”
Oct 28, 2011 · Steering
“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…”
Mar 17, 2011 · Structure
“ENGINE FRAME BOLTS BROKE. *TR”
Aug 25, 2009 · Fuel System, Gasoline Crash
“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS 1992 CHEVROLET LUMINA. AFTER ADDING FUEL INTO THE VEHICLE, THE GAGE INDICATOR DISPLAYED THAT THE FUEL TANK WAS EMPTY. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THE FAILURE; HOWEVER, WITHIN THREE DAYS…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1992 CHEVROLET LUMINA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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