Recall 02V-257
DAEWOO MOTOR AMERICA recalled the 2000 to 2002 Daewoo Nubira: Service brakes, hydraulic (foundation components, hoses, lines/piping, and fittings).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 02V-257
- Reported
- September 18, 2002
- Vehicles affected
- 38,181 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
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).
The risk
This can result in brake hose rupture, brake fluid leakage, and loss of vehicle braking.
The 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-[removed], selection 1.
Notes from the manufacturer
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Daewoo Nubira 2000 to 2002