1999 Daewoo Nubira

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1999 Daewoo Nubira
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:27:47.464Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Daewoo Nubira Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1999 highlighted. 1998: 7 complaints 1998 1999: 63 complaints 1999 2000: 275 complaints 2000 2001: 122 complaints 2001 2002: 32 complaints 2002
1999: 63 complaints
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YearComplaints
19987
199963
2000275
2001122
200232

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 57%

57% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 36 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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THE CONSUMER RECEIVED, NHTSA RECALL CAMPAIGN LETTER #04V357000 REGARDING THE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR. HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE ON JUNE 2003, THERE WAS NO DEALERSHIP AVAILABLE IN THE AREA.

NHTSA ODI report, 20040916

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 6%

6% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 4 distinct reports on file.

SUSPENSION 5%

5% of complaints: suspension — 3 distinct reports on file.

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THE LOWER CONTROL ARM HAS PROBLEMS. DEALER HAS NOT BEEN CONTACTED. TS WITHOUT WARNING THE CONTROL ARM BUSHINGS WORE OUT. THIS HAPPENED WHEN ACCELERATING OR ENGAGING IN MILD TURNS. PARTS HAVE BEEN DIFFICULT TO OBTAIN. *JG

NHTSA ODI report, 20021024

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 5%

5% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 3 distinct reports on file.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 3%

3% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 2 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20040907 — engine and engine cooling

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR MAY MELT RESULTING IN A BURNING SMELL AND VISIBLE SMOKE, WHICH MAY SUBSEQUENTLY LEAD TO THE MELTING OF THE CAMSHAFT COVER AND THE CAMSHAFT P

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSORS AND INSTALL AN ADDITIONAL FUSE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 7, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAEWOO AT 1-877-362-1234, OPTION 6, OR FIND A LOCAL DE

Campaign 04V357000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20040929 — engine and engine cooling

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR MAY MELT RESULTING IN A BURNING SMELL AND VISIBLE SMOKE, WHICH MAY SUBSEQUENTLY LEAD TO THE MELTING OF THE CAMSHAFT COVER AND THE CAMSHAFT P

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSORS AND INSTALL AN ADDITIONAL FUSE. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAEWOO PUERTO RICO AT 1-877-362-1234 OPTION 6.

Campaign 04V394000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1999 Daewoo Nubira — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (36 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 04V357000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 04V394000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 1999 Daewoo Nubira reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1999 Daewoo Nubira?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 57% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1999 Daewoo Nubira have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.