Two problems related to engine oil leaking have been reported for the 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Oil leak 1996 3. 4 dohc chevy Lumina I did my research that is a common problem in these cars then its costs a pretty good penny to fix by the dealership like $2000.
Car seemed to be overheating and running out of antifreeze much too often. Took it into a mechanic who told me my antifreeze was leaking into my oil, and that my head gaskets were cracked and leaking. Was told I would need a new engine, or the problem would just keep occurring.