1990 Chevrolet Lumina vs 1990 Nissan Maxima
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1990 Chevrolet Lumina | 1990 Nissan Maxima |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 427 | 106 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 8 | 24 |
| Investigations | 8 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 24 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 8 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–21 | 19–20 |
| Median reported mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Lumina | Nissan Maxima |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 224 | 6 |
| Structure | 62 | 3 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 37 | 7 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 7 | 36 |
| Steering | 39 | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 28 | 6 |
| Electrical System | 24 | 6 |
| Visibility | 9 | 20 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 106 | 11 |
| Brake problems | 35 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 16 | 0 |
| Stalling | 8 | 0 |
1990 Chevrolet Lumina
1990 Nissan Maxima
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.