Recall 04V-394: 1998–2002 Daewoo Lanos, 1998–2002 Daewoo Leganza and 3 more

DAEWOO MOTOR DE PUERTO RICO recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Aug 6, 2004, covering about 4,305 vehicles.

NHTSA number
04V-394
Report date
Aug 6, 2004
Vehicles affected
4,305
Owners notified
Sep 29, 2004

The problem

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.

The risk

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.

Notes

Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerDAEWOO MOTOR DE PUERTO RICO
ComponentEngine and Engine Cooling
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number04V394000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Daewoo Lanos1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002All years
Daewoo Leganza1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002All years
Daewoo Nubira1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002All years
Daewoo Puerto Rico Lanos2003All years
Daewoo Puerto Rico Nubira2003All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 04V-394?

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.

How is recall 04V-394 fixed?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.