2000 Daewoo Nubira: ball joint or control arm failure

Filed Jul 8, 2005 · Suspension · 27,000 miles · MI

The front control arm bushings wore out at 27, 000 miles. As a result, when applying the brakes a loud squeaking noise was produced. *ak the control arm bushings were replaced. *sc

Filed May 28, 2005 · Brakes, Suspension · 3,000 miles · MN

Daewoo nubira wagon cdx . Multiple brake problems. Had rotors turned 3 times before warranty ran out. Have replaced rotors and pads. I was informed by a mechanic that there is no adusting the back break callipers. Meaning the back brakes don't work. Brake petal goes to the floor. Slides at every stop.ABS has multiple teeth broke. Dealer refused to fix under warranty. Control arms bad. Serp belt bad.tires all replaced. I only have 32,000 miles on car. Can't get collision insurance at fair price.

Filed Nov 15, 2004 · Suspension · 62,000 miles · KY

When accelerating from a stop position or accelerating while in motion at 45-60 MPH vehicle pulled to the left. Vehicle was taken to a repair shop, and mechanic determined that the lower control arm needed to be replaced. The dealer was notified.

Filed Nov 5, 2004 · Electrical, Engine · 27,062 miles · NJ

Steering alinement problem, rattle in suspension, rear brake system seizes up, rebuilt. Grinding noise bearing and shafts replaced. *bf battery went dead, a week later engine blew a timing belt at 44967 miles. Steering went bad consumer was told upper and lower control arms were worn out and had to be replaced. The federal safety agency campaign id number : 04v357000 recall date : jul 12, 2004 component: engine and engine cooling. Campaign id number : 02v257000 recall date : sep 13, 2002 component: service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Filed Oct 28, 2004 · Suspension · 90,000 miles · KY

When driving vehicle swayed to the left/right. Dealership informed the consumer that the problem pertained to the front lower control arm which was repaired.

Filed Oct 15, 2004 · Suspension · 23,850 miles · KY

While driving at any speed consumer noticed a squeaking noise coming from the front. Vehicle was taken to the dealer, and dealer determined that both front lower control arms needed to be replaced. *ak

Filed Oct 12, 2004 · Body, Brakes · GA

I have 2000 daewoo nubiria with 65k miles, I received a recall notice for the camshaft sensor. It upset me to learn that my car was not part of the recall. I have had my daewoo since aug 2000. I have had several problems go on with my car. In 2000, door handles peeling off (replaced) in 2002, new door handles peeling off (never received another new pair because of back order) in 2002, replaced back rotors and pads (back brakes locked up while driving, I paid for) in 2004, replaced stop lamp (could not move car into driving gear, I paid for) in 2004, engine check light comes on and off (thought this would be taken care as part of the recall; need to be replaced) in 2004, in line fuse (needs to be replaced) in 2004, lower control arms (needs to be replaced) in 2004, vc gasket (needs to be replaced) I cannot afford to put any more money into a car that is worthless and cannot afford to buy a new car.... I don't know what do!

Filed Aug 31, 2004 · Engine, Suspension · 57,000 miles · NY · 2 injuries

On 7/26/04 while travelling at approximately 35 MPH, vehicle suddenly died. The timing belt went, damaging valves and cylinder head. Fortunately, vehicle had 57,000 miles and was under warranty. However, the front control arms/bushings/ sway bar were also bad. Unfortunately, these were not covered by warranty. Items were replaced. Now it seems the oil pump is going, oil is leaking and there is low pressure along with catalytic converter going. Dealer says these items will be covered.

Filed Aug 16, 2004 · Steering, Suspension · MN

No events leading to failure. Noticed odd steering around march 2004. Car pulls to left on acceleration, once car shifts, pulls hard to right. Brought to local mechanic in august 2004 after almost hitting a semi. They said control arms/bushings need to be replaced. They found the problem after driving the car less than a mile. They tried to order parts, found they were dealer only parts, prepay only, no returns. Local mechanic would not service the car. Took it to dealer I bought it from. Charged me $50 for diagnositc, even though I told them what was wrong with it. Ordered parts on 8/12/04. Dealer said it was safe for me to drive, tire will not fall off or anything. Recommended no one else to drive it though. Car is not safe to drive. Unpredictable. The problem is getting worse. I noticed multiple complaints about this same thing. I'm not sure on the status of the parts. I just want it fixed & my car back to normal.

Filed Aug 4, 2004 · Suspension · 41,000 miles · OH

There aren't any events that LED up to the failure. I took my vehicle in for a routine check and was informed of the problem then. The front control arms on my vehicle are worn. I have gone through 3 sets of tires while trying to locate the part to fit my vehicle. My car swerves after reaching a speed of 30 MPH. I am unable to drive my car on wet roads because I am not able to control the extreme sliding that occurs. I have contacted over 50 dealerships in my area and outside of my area and have not been able to locate this particular part. Parts for my car are very hard to find and very costly.

Filed Jun 4, 2004 · Body, Brakes · 28,000 miles · NY

When the consumer turned the key in the ignition, the vehicle accelerated without the gas pedal being depressed. *jb the front brakes were noisy and were found corroded, a loud noise was coming from the A/C, the cup holder was inoperative, the tech found the fog lamp was inoperative, the trunk was inoperative, the tire was wearing uneven, both front control arms were noisy, there was an electrical wiring problem, the cam belt had broken and there was possible cylinder head damage, the vehicle would not start due to the timing belt which broke and caused the valves to bend. *sc the consumer stated the rear brakes were noisy, there was a loud noise coming from the air condition, the fog lamp was inoperative, the hub cap was replaced, the trunk latch was replaced, the left and right control arms were replaced.

Filed Apr 20, 2004 · Suspension · 30,000 miles · NY

While driving the control arm/ upper arm failed. The driver requested another vehicle from the dealer but was denied. *ak