2002 Daewoo Nubira recalls and problems

The 2002 Daewoo Nubira has 3 safety recalls and 32 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Daewoo dealer.

Recalls
3
Complaints
32
Crashes / fires
2 / 1
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2002 Daewoo Nubira vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2002 Daewoo Nubira recalls

Recall 04V-394: Engine and Engine Cooling

Reported Aug 6, 2004 · 4,305 vehicles affected · DAEWOO MOTOR DE PUERTO RICO

Problem: 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.

Fix: 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 04V-357: Engine and Engine Cooling

Reported Jul 14, 2004 · 11,576 vehicles affected · DAEWOO MOTOR AMERICA

Problem: 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.

Fix: 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 02V-257: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Sep 18, 2002 · 38,181 vehicles affected · DAEWOO MOTOR AMERICA

Problem: Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 106, "brake hoses." a crack can develop in the outer rubber layer of the front brake hose(S).

Risk: This can result in brake hose rupture, brake fluid leakage, and loss of vehicle braking.

Fix: Dealers will install new redesigned front brake hoses. Owner notification began october 27, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daewoo at 1-877-362-1234, selection 1.

2002 Daewoo Nubira problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Engine and Engine Cooling18
Service Brakes, Hydraulic10
Fuel System, Gasoline2
Service Brakes, Air1
Tires1
Air Bags1
Suspension1

Most reported parts

  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings — 9
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System — 2
  • Service Brakes, Air › Slack Adjusters › Automatic — 1
  • Air Bags › Frontal — 1
  • Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower Arm — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 24,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2002 Daewoo Nubira complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Suspension · reported Jun 20, 2005
Front lower control arms have to be changed due to bushings going bad, if these bushings fail it can lead to crashes from having unstable steering.found a recall in aulstralia for the same thing. Car jerks to the sides at speeds as low as 15 miles per hour and up. I was driving 55 when my car jerked real hard to the left.have to have the whole arm replaced to fix this problem lowest price I recieved is 500.00. Have been told by service station they have been replacing a lot of these
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · reported Dec 14, 2004
While traveling at 10 MPH the brakes failed to operate, causing a crash. Consumer was informed by the dealer that the rubber brake hoses needed repairs for the second time.
Engine and Engine Cooling · at 16,590 miles · reported Nov 17, 2004
Consumer received a recall letter for cam shaft position sensor. When going to the dealer consumer was asked to pay for the repairs.
Engine and Engine Cooling · reported Nov 8, 2004
Consumer received recall 04v357000 from manufacturer. Took vehicle to dealership, and mechanic wanted to charge consumer for recall repairs.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · reported Oct 19, 2004
The consumer received NHTSA recall 02v257000 on the FMVSS 106/ brake hoses. Consumer was unable to locate a dealer to honor the recall.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2002 Daewoo Nubira have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2002 Daewoo Nubira: 04V-394 (engine and engine cooling), 04V-357 (engine and engine cooling), 02V-257 (service brakes, hydraulic). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2002 Daewoo Nubira?

Owners report engine and engine cooling problems most often (18 reports), followed by service brakes, hydraulic (10). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 24,000 miles.

Are Daewoo recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Daewoo dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.