Model year guide

1999 Daewoo Nubira

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1999 Daewoo Nubira is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 305 on record.

1999 Daewoo Nubira — representative photo
Representative photo

1999 Daewoo Nubira at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints64
Combined22–23 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1999 Daewoo Nubira recalls 2

Engine And Engine Cooling NHTSA Campaign #04V394000 · 06/08/2004

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.

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.

Engine And Engine Cooling NHTSA Campaign #04V357000 · 14/07/2004

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.

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.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

1999 Daewoo Nubira common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 64 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Hydraulic
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

1999 Daewoo Nubira MPG & running costs

Combined22–23 mpg
City20 mpg
Highway28 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,975
EPA size classCompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd or Manual 5-spd
Passenger volume91 cu ft
Cargo volume12 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$2,875 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1999 Daewoo Nubira costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,875
Fuel only$14,875
Per mile$0.20

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
176.0–177.6 in
Width
66.9 in
Height
56.3 in
Wheelbase
101.2 in
Curb weight
2,566–2,694 lb
Front track
57.5 in
Rear track
57.1 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 1999 Daewoo Nubira — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Canadian recalls 1

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 1999 Daewoo Nubira. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Engine

On certain 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 camshaft position sensor wire harness. This could possibly cause an under hood fire. Correction: Dealers will replace the camshaft position sensor and install an additional fuse.

Transport Canada #2004350 · Sep 2004

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

About the Daewoo Nubira

Daewoo Nubira is a compact car which was produced by the South Korean automaker Daewoo from 1997 to 2002 as a 4-door sedan, 5-door hatchback and a 5-door station wagon.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

1999 Daewoo Nubira vehicles on record

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Other Daewoo Nubira model years

2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1998 1997

1999 Daewoo Nubira — frequently asked questions

Does the 1999 Daewoo Nubira have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1999 Daewoo Nubira. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 1999 Daewoo Nubira?

Across all 64 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine and engine cooling, suspension, vehicle speed control.

What gas mileage does the 1999 Daewoo Nubira get?

The 1999 Daewoo Nubira has U.S. EPA estimates of 22–23 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.