1998 Daewoo Nubira: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1998 Daewoo Nubira: 2 recalls, 7 owner complaints and up to 25 mpg combined.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #04V357000 · 2004 · 11,576 vehicles
What's 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.
Why it matters: This could possibly cause an underhood fire.
The 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.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #04V394000 · 2004 · 4,305 vehicles
What's 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.
Why it matters: This could possibly cause an underhood fire.
The 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine & cooling (4): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Brakes (hydraulic) (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 1998 Daewoo Nubira has 7 owner complaints, ranking #5 of 5 Nubira model years for complaints (well below the 100 average). Complaints peaked in 2004 (5 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 6 years old, at a median of 37,599 miles. Neighboring years: 1999 (63 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 31 | 25 | Regular |
| 1.6 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 29 | 24 | Regular |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 28 | 23 | Regular |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 28 | 22 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 1998 Daewoo Nubira have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 1998 Daewoo Nubira. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 1998 Daewoo Nubira problems?
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine & cooling (4), brakes (hydraulic) (3).
What gas mileage does the 1998 Daewoo Nubira get?
EPA ratings run up to 25 mpg combined (1.6 L, Automatic 4-spd), across 4 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 1998 Daewoo Nubira repair manual?
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