general problems of the 1996 Chevrolet Lumina

Four problems related to seats have been reported for the 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Seats problem

Failure Date: 05/21/1999

On the driver's seat a weld snapped and the drivers seat is no longer stable. The car can be driven but we were told it was not under warranty any longer due to the mileage. We feel that this is a manufacturers defect and it should be corrected by the company. I intend to send a letter to the company also.

2 Seats problem

Failure Date: 12/25/1998

Driver's side seat tracks/anchors tore/broke away from metal. Dealer notified , and informed consumer to to replace tracks/anchors; consumer believed this condition is a manufacturer's defect, and should not be repaired or replaced at consumer's expense.

3 Seats problem

Failure Date: 01/25/1997

Driver seat recline mechanism failed.

4 Seats problem

Driver's seat separated from anchor. Dealer has been notified.


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