Dt*: the contact stated that prior to receiving a recall letter pertaining to the engine and engine cooling: camshaft censor - campaign id # 04v357000, the contact had the timing belt repaired on two occasions as well as the engine installed by an independent mechanic. The contact asked the mechanic if the timing belt and engine malfunction could have been caused by a defect. The mechanic denied that it could have been the case. When the dealer was contacted and asked the same question the dealer determined the camshaft censor could absolutely cause the timing belt to freeze up and affect the engine as well. The dealer confirmed that vehicle was included in the recall recommended the vehicle to be towed to the dealer for the recall work. The model was a nubira.
1999 Daewoo Nubira engine problems
47 complaints (75% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 63,000.
- owner complaints
- 47
- of this car's complaints
- 75%
- typical mileage
- 63,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
- Engine4
- Cooling system3
- Engine: gasoline: belts and associated pulleys2
- Exhaust system: emission control: crankcase (PCV)1
- Engine: gasoline1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Daewoo Nubira engine problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1999 Daewoo Nubira engine
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
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
What 1999 Daewoo Nubira owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
1999 daewoo nubira will not start. Consumer would like manufacturer to pay for recall repairs and bad parts. *kb
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 55 MPH on normal road conditions, the engine light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealership who determined the crankshaft position center activated the check engine light. A recall letter was received however the dealer did not perform the recall remedy. Although the vehicle's VIN was included in the recall the camshaft lot range was out of scope.
Dt*: the contact stated upon receiving a recall letter pertaining to the camshaft module valve the manufacturer was called. The manufacturer sent a follow up letter stating that reimbursement would be made for any parts and labor performed for the recall on the vehicle. The contact express distrust that daewoo, who filed for bankruptcy, would hold true to this agreement. The vehicle has not been serviced. Updated 8/14/2006 -
Consumer complaint concerning the 1999 nubira camshaft sensor recall. *ts the consumer took the vehicle to the dealer and the camshaft sensor was replaced. The consumer was charged for the repair and request reimbursement.
Dt*: the contact stated a recall letter was received in may 2006 regarding the federal safety agency campaign id # 04v357000; engine and engine cooling. The contact located a dealership however, the dealer refused to perform the recall because the contact did not purchase the vehicle there. The check engine light is illuminated in the vehicle. The vehicle is a 1999 nubira daewoo. Updated 7/7/2006 -
Engine warning sign sometimes kept coming and going or blinking. Went to a mechanic and he thought it wasn't the problem of the engine since there was no record in the memory in the car. After a few weeks later, car stopped on the road. Towed the car to a mechanic and discovered two pistons were broken and he recommended to replace the engine to another one with new parts that belong to the engine. It cost me $2721.01 total to fix.
Consumer is not satisfied with the reimbursement received for recall repairs performed on the 1999 daewoo nubira. *mr the consumer requested reimbursement. Recall campaign#'s 04v357000 and 04v394000. The engine light had come on many times, there was a broken time belt and 6 bent valves and the gas pedal was loose.
1999 daewoo nubira shaft sensor malfunctioned while driving at 60 MPH.*mr
While driving at any speed engine warning light illuminated. Dealership will be notified.
Questions about the 1999 Daewoo Nubira engine
Does the 1999 Daewoo Nubira have engine problems?
Owners have filed 47 complaints about the engine of the 1999 Daewoo Nubira, 75% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 1999 Daewoo Nubira engine problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 63,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 1999 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).
Other 1999 Daewoo Nubira problems
Suspension 5Acceleration 3Brakes 3Electrical 2Transmission 2Airbags 1Body 1Locks 1Tires 1
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