1999 Daewoo Nubira
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.
- Complaints
- 63
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Engine and engine cooling
Campaigns on file for 1999
None on file
75% of complaints
Complaints per year
1999: 63 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 63 |
| 2000 | 275 |
| 2001 | 122 |
| 2002 | 32 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Engine and engine cooling
75% · 47 reportsMost commonly citing engine and cooling system.
Show complaint excerpts
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, 2004-09-16
Also filed under Latches/locks/linkages
Intermittently between 40 &45 MPH vehicle goes into a lock up mode, where the RPM's drop at least a 1000 rmps, resulting in loss of power for a moment. Dealer has inspected vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-03-10
Suspension
8% · 5 reportsMost commonly citing lower arm and control arm.
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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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-10-24
Vehicle speed control
5% · 3 reportsMost commonly citing accelerator pedal.
Service brakes
5% · 3 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic.
Power train
3% · 2 reportsMost commonly citing automatic transmission.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2004-09-07Engine and engine cooling04V357000 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…
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…
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2004-09-29Engine and engine cooling04V394000 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…
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.
Buy-smart checklist
1999 Daewoo Nubira — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine and engine cooling: 47 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 04V357000 · Engine and engine cooling
- Recall 04V394000 · Engine and engine cooling
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 75% 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.