Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problems of the 1996 Chevrolet Lumina

Four problems related to hydraulic power assist steering system have been reported for the 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problem

Failure Date: 08/30/2004

While driving at low speeds, the vehicle lost power steering. Please provide more information.

2 Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problem

After recall for the power steering assembly 02 v 286 000 was performed the power steering failed again.

3 Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problem

Vehicle loses power steering when driving through puddles. This is a serious safety problem. Dealer claims thids happens to all Luminas and camaros, and there is nothing he could do to fix problem.

4 Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problem

Total loss of steering after driving through water.




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