The consumer received a recall notice(02v257001) for the brake hose. There were no dealers available to perform the recall. *jb *sc
The worst 1998 Daewoo Nubira problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Engine4
- Brakes3
Problems by type
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- Engine4
- Brakes3
Recalls 2
Engine and engine cooling
- What is wrong
- 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 position sensor wire harness.
- Risk
- This could possibly cause an underhood fire.
- 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.
Recall number 04V394000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling
- What is wrong
- 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 position sensor wire harness.
- Risk
- This could possibly cause an underhood fire.
- 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 dealer through their website at www.daewoous.com.
Recall number 04V357000 · Recall details
1998 Daewoo Nubira fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4‑cyl | FWD | 20-22 | 29-31 | 24-25 |
| 2.0L 4‑cyl | FWD | 19-20 | 28 | 22-23 |
What 1998 Daewoo Nubira owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The federal safety agency recall 04v357000 subject: camshaft position sensor. The mechanic refused to honor the recall because the camshaft sensor was not defective. *jb
The consumer received a recall notice(02v257001) for the brake hose the dealer was not in operation.
The consumer received a recall notice(0v357000) for camshaft position sensor. The dealer was not in operation.
Consumer received recall 04v357000 concerning cam shaft position sensor. No parts were available.
Vehicle stalled at 55 MPH, dealer determined that timing belt had come off, wrapped around the pistons, and had damaged the engine. Engine needs to be replaced. *ak jlg
Excessive brake wear. Dealer has repaired/ replaced the brakes three times.
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Questions about the 1998 Daewoo Nubira
Is the 1998 Daewoo Nubira reliable?
Owners have filed 7 complaints about the 1998 Daewoo Nubira, fewer than a typical Nubira model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1998 Daewoo Nubira?
Engine and cooling, with 4 complaints. Next is brakes (3).
How many recalls does the 1998 Daewoo Nubira have?
2 recalls, covering engine and engine cooling.
Was there a recall on the 1998 Daewoo Nubira engine?
Yes, 2 recalls: 04V394000, 04V357000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Daewoo Nubira have bad engine?
The Daewoo Nubira model years with the most engine complaints are 2000 (183 complaints), 2001 (80 complaints) and 1999 (47 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 1998 Daewoo Nubira get?
Official estimates for the 1998 Daewoo Nubira range from 22 to 25 mpg combined. The most efficient version (1.6L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 20-22 city and 29-31 highway.
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