2000 Daewoo Lanos recalls and problems

The 2000 Daewoo Lanos has 6 safety recalls and 209 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Daewoo dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

209

Crashes / fires

8 / 4

Injuries / deaths

6 / 3

Recalls may cover only some 2000 Daewoo Lanos vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2000 Daewoo Lanos recalls

Recall 04V-394: Engine and Engine Cooling

Reported Aug 6, 2004 · 4,305 vehicles affected · DAEWOO MOTOR DE PUERTO RICO

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.

Risk: This could possibly cause an underhood fire.

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.

Recall 04V-357: Engine and Engine Cooling

Reported Jul 14, 2004 · 11,576 vehicles affected · DAEWOO MOTOR AMERICA

Risk: This could possibly cause an underhood fire.

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.

Recall 02V-131: Air Bags

Reported May 8, 2002 · 56,912 vehicles affected · DAEWOO MOTOR AMERICA

Problem: Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact."

Risk: In the event of a crash in which the air bags do not deploy, there is a possibility of increased head injury to the front seat passenger should contact with the passenger side air bag cover occur.

Fix: Dealers will install new energy absorbing air bag mounting brackets. Owner notification began july 23, 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.

Recall 02V-131: Air Bags

Reported May 8, 2002 · 13,103 vehicles affected · DAEWOO MOTOR DE PUERTO RICO

Problem: Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact."

Recall 01V-020: Electrical System

Reported Jan 25, 2001 · 27,884 vehicles affected · DAEWOO MOTOR AMERICA

Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A wiring harness, located beneath the carpet in the front passenger floor area, can become damaged by passenger traffic as the wire harness is rubbed against a body seam in the floor panel.

Risk: When damaged, engine driveability could be affected and could result in sudden engine stalling.

Fix: Dealers will reposition the wire harness and attach it permanently in a location where the wire harness cannot be damaged. Owner notification began february 6, 2001. 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 1-877-463-2396.

Recall 99V-336: Wheels

Reported Nov 30, 1999 · 2,811 vehicles affected · DAEWOO MOTOR CO., LTD

Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with alloy wheels. These wheels were manufactured without the steel bushing inserts around the wheel bolt openings, allowing friction between the wheel bolt seats and the wheel bolts. This can result in the bolts loosening during hard braking.

Risk: The wheel could detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will retorque the wheel bolts and will update the owner's manual wheel bolt torque specification.

2000 Daewoo Lanos problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Engine and Engine Cooling	145
Air Bags	34
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	17
Electrical System	8
Power Train	6
Exterior Lighting	6
Suspension	5
Steering	4
Unknown or Other	4
Fuel System, Gasoline	3
Visibility	3
Wheels	3

Most reported parts

Engine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System — 27
Air Bags › Frontal — 23
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline — 9
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings — 6
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components — 5
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 5
Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 4
Exterior Lighting › Headlights — 4

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 48,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2000 Daewoo Lanos complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine and Engine Cooling · at 64,000 miles · reported Dec 10, 2008

The contact owns a 2000 daewoo lanos. By researching the NHTSA website, the contact noticed that his vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign id number 04v357000 (Engine and engine cooling). The vehicle was taken to a local dealer and they stated that they would not repair the failure under the recall; therefore, the contact would be responsible for the $400 repair cost. The vehicle has not been repaired and he has been unable to reach the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 64,000 and current mileage was 68,000.

Engine and Engine Cooling · reported Oct 30, 2006

2000 lanos check engine light illuminated. The vehicle ran fine. Several months later the consumer received a recall notice from daewoo 5/1/2006. The recall was for the camshaft position sensor. The consumer called the number provided but kept being connected to the message service. The consumer has left several messages but has never received a response.

Engine and Engine Cooling · at 87,239 miles · reported Aug 29, 2006

Consumer requesting reimbursement for recall repairs made on a 2000 daewoo lanos the consumer has the camshaft position sensor replace prior to recall notification. The consumer has attempted to contact daewoo but keeps getting the voicemail.

Power Train · at 41,000 miles · reported Apr 25, 2005

While driving 65 MPH in overdrive the vehicle dropped down to second or third gear without warning. The cause has yet to be determined. Please provide additional information. The vehicle has been in the shop they cannot find the problem. It is unsafe driving at 65 MPH and car drop down in gear. The engine get high RPM this could make the engine blow up and lose control of the car.

Air Bags · at 23,000 miles · reported Jan 10, 2005

Consumer received recall 02v131000 concerning passenger air bag assembly modification on september 27, 2004. Consumer contacted the deaership on four occasions. However, consumer was constantly told that the parts were not available.

Other Daewoo Lanos years

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 Daewoo Lanos have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2000 Daewoo Lanos: 04V-394 (engine and engine cooling), 04V-357 (engine and engine cooling), 02V-131 (air bags), 02V-131 (air bags), 01V-020 (electrical system) and more. Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 Daewoo Lanos?

Owners report engine and engine cooling problems most often (145 reports), followed by air bags (34). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 48,000 miles.

Are Daewoo recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Daewoo dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.