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2001 Daewoo Nubira Wagon CDX Auto

The 2001 Daewoo Nubira Wagon CDX Auto is a 129-hp inline-4 wagon with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $15,599 MSRP and is rated at 22 mpg combined.

It makes 129 horsepower at 5,400 rpm and 136 lb-ft of torque at 4400 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 19 mpg city and 28 mpg highway (22 mpg combined).

The Nubira Wagon measures 179.0 inches long on a 101.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,888 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeWagon
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$15,599 ($28,626 *)
MSRP with Destination$16,029 ($29,415 *)
Destination Charge$430
Engine
Engine TypeX20SED D-TEC 2.0L DOHC 16-valve inline-4, MPFI, naturally aspirated
Horsepower129 hp @ 5,400 rpm
Torque136 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC, 16-valve
Bore and Stroke86.0 x 86.0
Injection TypeMulti-point fuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive
Transmission
Transmission4-speed automatic
Fuel Economy
City19 MPG
Highway28 MPG
Combined22 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front14 in alloy
Wheels Rear14 in alloy
Tires Front185/65R14
Tires Rear185/65R14
Dimensions & Weight
Length179 in
Width67.7 in
Height57.9 in
Wheelbase101.2 in
Cargo Volume19.4 ft³
Curb Weight2,888 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front39 in
Headroom Rear39.5 in
Legroom Front42 in
Legroom Rear34.7 in
Shoulder Room Front55 in
Shoulder Room Rear54.3 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2001 Daewoo NUBIRA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Aug 6, 2004 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

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.

Consequence: 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.

NHTSA campaign 04V394000

Jul 14, 2004 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

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.

Consequence: 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.

NHTSA campaign 04V357000

Sep 18, 2002 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

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).

Consequence: THIS CAN RESULT IN BRAKE HOSE RUPTURE, BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE, AND LOSS OF VEHICLE BRAKING.

Remedy: 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.

NHTSA campaign 02V257000

122 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2001 Daewoo NUBIRA

Owner Complaints

122 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2001 Daewoo NUBIRA (4 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Engine And Engine Cooling80
Service Brakes29
Hydraulic28
Suspension8
Air Bags4
Power Train2
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Nov 22, 2010 · Electrical System
“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DAEWOO NUBIRA WAGON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP WHERE THE CONTACT WAS…”
Mar 8, 2008 · Engine And Engine Cooling
“THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND WHEN DIAGNOSED IT WAS RELATED TO A DEFECT IN THE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR. I CAME TO KNOW ABOUT A RECALL REGARDING MY VEHICLE MODEL ON THE CAMSHAFT SENSOR AND TOOK…”
Feb 4, 2008 · Suspension
“THE DAEWOO NUBIRA 2001 SHOULD BE RECALLED TO REPLACE LOWER CONTROL ARMS WHICH ARE ATTACHED TO THE SUSPENSION. I FEEL THE CONTROL ARMS' INADEQUACIES ARE CATASTROPHES WAITING TO HAPPEN. THE CONTROL ARMS…”
Jan 6, 2005 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
“CONSUMER RECEIVED NHTSA RECALL 02V257000 CONCERNING FMVSS 106 BRAKES HOSES. CONSUMER COULD NOT LOCATE A DEALER TO HONOR THE RECALL. *AK”
Dec 21, 2004 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Engine And Engine Cooling
“THE CONSUMER RECEIVED THE CAMSHAFT SENOR AND THE BRAKE RECALLS. THE DEALER STATED THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED PER THE DAEWOO COMPUTER. *JB *NM”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2001 DAEWOO NUBIRA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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