Two problems related to steering tie rod assembly have been reported for the 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Mechanic said tie rod: inner was faulty, and that tires could blowout.
The two front tie rod ends were badly worn, this caused the front tire to be badly worn with the steel belts showing slightly (goodyear p 225/60r16) . Nlm.