Recalls & faults: Daewoo Tacuma (2000-04)

Recalls: Daewoo Tacuma

Overview

Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.

Recalls: Daewoo Tacuma

In February 2003, a recall was issued for Daewoo Tacuma vehicles supplied in Australia from 1997 to November 2002. For these vehicles, the vehicle jacks had warning labels which do not comply with the vehicle jack safety standard AS/NZ 2693:1993 – Vehicle Jacks (PRA 2003/5957).
In April 2003, a recall was issued for Daewoo Tacuma vehcles due to a condition in which a crack could occur in the protective sheath of the flexible front brake hoses (PRA 2003/6102).
In November 2005, a recall was issued for Daewoo Tacuma vehicles manufactured prior to June 2002. In these vehicles, the engine camshaft sensor may malfunction and melt, generating an odour and visible smoke. Subsequently, the camshaft cover and wiring harness may also melt (PRA 2005/8163).

Problems and faults: Daewoo Tacuma

Overview

This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.

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