Daewoo Lanos problems
The Daewoo Lanos is a compact / sedan car produced by the South Korean manufacturer Daewoo from 1997 to 2002, and thereafter produced under license agreements in various countries worldwide. It has also been marketed as the Daewoo Sens, ZAZ Sens and ZAZ Lanos in Ukraine, Doninvest Assol and ZAZ Chance in Russia, FSO Lanos in Poland, or Chevrolet Lanos in Ukraine, Russia, and Egypt.
It was designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro and initially featured three body styles: three-door and five-door hatchbacks and a four-door sedan. The Lanos was designated the T100 model code at launch; the T150 code applies to the updated models introduced in 1999. In 2006, a panel van version, produced in Ukraine by ZAZ, was also introduced. The Daewoo Lanos was designed to replace the Daewoo Nexia in the Daewoo line-up and was itself replaced by the Daewoo Kalos.
Production of the Daewoo Lanos ended in 2020.
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Daewoo Lanos model years
Common Daewoo Lanos problems
The Daewoo Lanos, a compact car known for its affordability and reliability, has several common issues that have been reported by owners. These problems vary depending on the year range, engine type, and complectations of the car.
For the 1997-1999 models, engine misfires and stalling issues are common problems. Engine misfires can be caused by various factors, such as faulty spark plugs, ignition coils, or fuel injectors. Stalling issues, on the other hand, can be due to a malfunctioning idle air control valve, a vacuum leak, or a dirty throttle body.
In the 2000-2002 models, transmission problems and electrical issues are more prevalent. Transmission issues can include difficulty shifting gears, slipping gears, or a complete transmission failure. Electrical problems can range from minor issues, such as blown fuses or malfunctioning lights, to more significant problems, such as a faulty alternator or a dead battery.
The A15MF engine, found in some models, is prone to oil leaks and timing belt tensioner failure. Oil leaks can be caused by worn-out gaskets, damaged seals, or a cracked engine block. Timing belt tensioner failure can lead to engine damage if not addressed promptly.
The A16DMS engine, on the other hand, is known for overheating issues and oil pump failure. Overheating can be caused by a faulty thermostat, a damaged water pump, or a low coolant level. Oil pump failure can lead to engine damage if not addressed promptly.
The base model of the Lanos is known for a lack of power and poor fuel economy. The SE model, on the other hand, is prone to brake issues, such as premature wear of brake pads and rotors. The SX model often experiences suspension issues, such as worn-out shocks and struts, and transmission problems, including issues with shifting and slipping gears.
Rust problems are common in the first generation Lanos, particularly in areas with harsh winter climates where salt is used on the roads. Fuel injector issues are also known to occur in the first-generation Lanos.
In the second generation Lanos, electrical problems and transmission issues are more prevalent. Electrical problems can range from minor issues, such as blown fuses or malfunctioning lights, to more significant problems, such as a faulty alternator or a dead battery. Transmission issues can include difficulty shifting gears, slipping gears, or a complete transmission failure.
In summary, the Daewoo Lanos, while known for its affordability and reliability, is not without its share of common issues across the different model years and trims. Regular maintenance and inspection can help prevent or catch some of these issues before they become major problems.
Are Daewoo Lanos reliable?
The Daewoo Lanos is a great vehicle that is reliable and is great on fuel. I have owned my lanos for around 2 years now,it had 200000km on it when i purchased it for $820 it now has 260000km on it and all i have replaced is a slave cylinder for the clutch along with the general servicing parts.
What is the problem with the 1999 Daewoo Lanos?
The 1999 Daewoo Lanos is a cheap inner city run around but that's about as good as it gets. It struggles to make it up even the slightest incline and sometimes struggles off the mark. There is a common problem with the heater core and the hoses needed to be re-routed to prevent it from leaking into the car.
How much is a Daewoo Lanos worth?
The Daewoo Lanos is available from $2,310 to $4,070 for the 2003 range of models in Hatchback and Sedan body types. Interested in a Daewoo Lanos?
Is Daewoo a good brand for cars?
While Daewoo followed a formula similar to its Hyundai and Kia rivals — low-priced cars packed with loads of standard features — we found Daewoo's performance and interior quality subpar even when measured against the inconsistent quality of its domestic competitors.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Daewoo Lanos years
We have researched Daewoo problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Daewoo Lanos cars and compiled the top 5 most problematic Daewoo Lanos model years:
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Daewoo Lanos model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Daewoo Lanos years
We've also compiled a chart for you with the number of complaints about Volkswagen Jetta cars of certain model years:
Daewoo Lanos car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Daewoo Lanos , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Air bags problems
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Electrical system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Daewoo Lanos vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Distribution of the number of complaints where the accident occurred by Lanos model years
A total of 17 complaints were registered in which the accident occurred. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with fire by Lanos model years
There were a total of 6 complaints that resulted in a fire. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with injuries by Lanos model years
There were a total of 21 complaints that resulted in a injuries. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with deaths by Lanos model years
There were a total of 3 complaints that resulted in a death. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
The NHTSA has received 437 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Daewoo Lanos . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Daewoo Lanos vehicles.
Latest 25 complaints
Daewoo Lanos 2001
- Date Of Incident: 2015-06-08
- Date Complaint: 2015-06-09
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Fire: 1
- VIN: KLATA22631B
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DAEWOO LANOS. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, SMOKE EMITTED UNDER THE HOOD OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THAT THE CAMSHAFT SENSOR AND WIRES WERE BURNED AND MELTED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED A BURNED HAND THAT DID NOT REQUIRE MEDICAL ATTENTION. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 117,000.
Daewoo Lanos 2002
- Date Of Incident: 2014-04-12
- Date Complaint: 2014-04-12
- VIN: 43792159362
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: SOMETHING WRONG I CAN FEEL IT. *JS
Daewoo Lanos 2000
- Date Of Incident: 2008-11-11
- Date Complaint: 2008-12-10
- VIN: KLATA5266YB
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: TL*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.
Daewoo Lanos 2001
- Date Of Incident: 2008-09-19
- Date Complaint: 2008-09-19
- VIN: KLATA52651B
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: THERE ARE TWO RECALL ON THE DAEWOO LANOS'S CAM POSITION SENSOR. I'M GETTING ENGINE CHECK LIGHTS WITH A FAULT CODE CALLING OUT THE CAM POSITION SENSOR. MY MECHANIC SAYS I SHOULD TAKE IT INTO A DEALER TO HAVE THE RECALL DONE. MY DEALER SAYS THE SENSOR DOES NOT FALL IN THE RIGHT DATE CODE OR MANUFACTURER OF SAID SENSOR. IT COST ME 100 DOLLARS TO "CHECK" FOR THE RECALL WHICH I FIND OUT I DON'T NEED. BUT MY ENGINE CHECK LIGHT IS STILL COMING ON. THE DEALER SAYS MY SENSOR DOESN'T WORK AND WILL HAVE TO REPLACE IT ANY WAY. WHICH I HAVE TO PAY FOR THE PART AND NOW LABOR WHEN IT COMES IN. SO, BECAUSE OF A RECALL WHICH I DON'T NEED, I'VE PAID 100 FOR INVESTIGATION, 114 FOR PART AND NEXT IS LABOR FOR THE PART TO BE INSTALLED. I FEEL LIKE A SHEERED SHEEP. THEN I FIND OUT THAT THE DEALER GETS 55 DOLLARS FROM DAEWOO FOR CHECKING THE RECALL ALSO. *TR
Daewoo Lanos 2002
- Date Of Incident: 2007-12-21
- Date Complaint: 2008-01-10
- VIN: 2G1WW12EX29
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: DECEMBER 2007 TOOK, CAR TO SEARS TO HAVE RADIATOR FLUSHED. TECHNICIAN CHECKED CAR INFORMED ME INTAKE MANIFOLD LEAKING (EVAPORATING ANTI-FREEZE) THAT IS WHY I DIDN'T SEE IT LEAKING. TOLD ME TO HAVE FIX. 12/21/2007, THE TEMPERATURE GAUGE WAS REACHING ITS HIGH POINT. SHUT IT DOWN WALKED CAR X AND ASKED TO PURCHASE ANTIFREEZE. TECH. SAID BET I CAN TELL YOU WHAT CAR IT IS A CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO. ASKED HIM HOW DID HE KNOW? HE SAID GET THEM ALL THE TIME. I RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER COUPLE OF YEARS AGO FROM GM BUT COULDN'T FIND IT. CONTACTED GM 1/7/2008, REP. INFORMED ME THERE WAS A RECALL ON INTAKE MANIFOLD AND SHE TOLD ME TO TAKE MY CAR TO DEALER, GIVE THEM REFERENCE NUMBER 03034. DROPPED CAR OFF 1/8/2008, JOSEPH CHEVROLET GAVE INFORMATION REP. TOLD ME TO GIVE. 1/9/2008, I RECEIVED CALL FROM DEALER ABOUT 7:05 A.M. HE SAID, "HE TRIED CONTACTING GM LINE WAS BUSY AND HE DOESN'T HAVE TIME TO SIT ON PHONE WITH THEM ALL DAY AND I NEED TO CALL THEM". I CALLED IMMEDIATELY AFTER I HUNG UP FROM TALKING TO DEALER I EXPLAINED INFORMATION TO REP. I ALSO GAVE HER VIN NUMBER SHE TOLD ME THERE WAS A RECALL ON MY CAR AND THAT THEY SHOULD GO AHEAD AND FIX IT. DURING CONVERSATION WITH HER I WAS AT WORK AND WAS USING MY WORK PHONE WHILE HAD HER ON (WORK) PHONE CALLED DEALER ON CELL PHONE AND WAS TALKING TO BOTH OF THEM. INFORMED DEALER WHAT SHE WAS TELLING ME. TOLD HIM HER NAME AND HE SAID OKAY. HE CALLED HER AND THEN HE CALLED ME BACK AND SAID THE PERSON I SPOKE TO COULDN'T AUTHORIZE MY CAR BEING FIXED. I CALLED GM BACK LATER ON THAT AFTERNOON AND A RESULT, THEY TOLD ME IT WAS A MISTAKE ALONG WITH SOME OTHER THINGS. BUT I TOLD THEM I GAVE THEM MY VIN NUMBER. I WAS ALLEGEDLY PUT ON THE PHONE WITH A MANAGER AND HE SAID HE LISTENED TO MY CALLS AND ALTHOUGH THEY MEANING BOTH OF THE REPS. I SPOKE TO ON 1/7/2008 AND 1/9/2008, ALTHOUGH THEY TOLD ME THAT THEIR WAS A RECALL ON MY CAR THE FACT IS THAT THEY ARE NOT GOING TO FIX IT BECAUSE IT WAS A MISTAKE. *TR
Daewoo Lanos 2002
- Date Of Incident: 2007-05-01
- Date Complaint: 2007-05-16
- VIN: 5GZCZ63B92S
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: SATURN VUE 2002 V6 SATURN OF TREAVOSE DEALERSHIP STATED VEHICLE COOLANT PUMP LEAKING AND HEATER HOSE LEAKING MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO TIMING CHAIN IF NOT REPAIRED. IT WAS REPAIRED AT MILLEVOI'S TIRE & SERVICE CENTER 215-673-2222 ON 5-3-2007 FOR $660. MILLEOVI'S STATED THIS MAY BE RECALL IN THE FUTURE DUE TO THE HIGH NUMBER OF CARS WITH COOLANT REPAIR KITS REQUIRED. THEY WORKED ON AND SPOKE WITH SATURN OF TREAVOSE AT 215-364-3980 WITH SIMILAR 54,000 MILES. *AK
Daewoo Lanos 2002
- Date Of Incident: 2006-07-01
- Date Complaint: 2007-03-09
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: KLATA22682B
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: TL*- THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER FOR THE 2002 DAEWOO LANOS ON 05/2006. BUT BECAME DRASTICALLY ILL FROM A HEART ATTACK AND COULDN'T HAVE THE RECALL REPAIRS DONE IMMEDIATELY. SHE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO STEVE'S REPAIR IN IDAHO FALLS FOR THE RECALL REPAIRS IN FEBRUARY 2007. SHE CONTACT ED DAEWOO AT 877-362-1234, AND THEY ADVISED HER TO TAKE THE VEHICLE TO ANY REPAIR SHOP FOR THE RECALL BECAUSE THERE WAS NO DAEWOO DEALERSHIP. SHE WHEN SHE TOOK THE VEHICLE WITH RECALL LETTER TO THE REPAIR SHOP, THEY INFORMED HER THAT SHE HAD TO PAY FOR THE REPAIRS THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MECHANIC SAID THAT DAEWOO INFORMED HIM THAT SHE HAD TO PAY AND THEY WOULD REIMBURSE HER. AS OF 3-9-07 SHE HADN'T RECEIVED THE REIMBURSEMENT. SHE STATED THAT THE DAEWOO TOLD HER TO SEND IN THE REPAIR RECEIPT, AND THAT IT WOULD TAKE ABOUT ONE MONTH TO GET THE REIMBURSEMENT. THE CONTACT CALLED THE 877-362-1234 NUMBER AND SPOKE TO THE RECEPTIONIST, WHO TOLD THE CONTACT THAT THEY WILL NOT HONOR THE REIMBURSEMENT. *AK THE CONSUMER STATED HER SON HAD AN ACCIDENT IN THE VEHICLE AND THE AIR BAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY. UPDATED 04/09/07. *JB
Daewoo Lanos 2000
- Date Of Incident: 2006-05-01
- Date Complaint: 2006-10-30
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: 2000 LANOS CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. *TS 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. *NM
Daewoo Lanos 2000
- Date Of Incident: 2006-04-24
- Date Complaint: 2006-08-29
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: CONSUMER REQUESTING REIMBURSEMENT FOR RECALL REPAIRS MADE ON A 2000 DAEWOO LANOS *KB THE CONSUMER HAS THE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR REPLACE PRIOR TO RECALL NOTIFICATION. THE CONSUMER HAS ATTEMPTED TO CONTACT DAEWOO BUT KEEPS GETTING THE VOICEMAIL. *NM
Daewoo Lanos 2001
- Date Of Incident: 2004-12-09
- Date Complaint: 2006-08-14
- VIN: KLATA22612B
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: CONSUMER REPLACED DEAD BATTERY IN 2001 DAEWOO LANOS. WHEN CONSUMER STARTED THE VEHICLE SMOKE CAME FROM UNDER THE HOOD. *KB THE CONSUMER BELIEVES THE SMOKE MAY HAVE BEEN A RESULT OF THE RECALLED CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT STILL SITS TO DATE. THE CONSUMER REQUESTED REIMBURSEMENT OF THE PURCHASE PRICE. *NM
Daewoo Lanos 2001
- Date Of Incident: 2005-03-14
- Date Complaint: 2005-05-06
- VIN: KLATB226X1B
- Components: AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS
- Summary: CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL 02V131001 FOR AIR BAGS, AND TO DATE HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO FIND A DEALER IN THE AREA TO DO THE REPAIRS. *AK FRONT SAFETY BELT WAS DEFECTIVE. THE BELT WOULD NOT EXTEND AND RETRACT PROPERLY WHICH SOMETIMES RESULTED IN A VERY TIGHT AND UNCOMFORTABLE FIT. *BF *NM
Daewoo Lanos 2000
- Date Of Incident: 2005-01-19
- Date Complaint: 2005-04-25
- VIN: KLATA2269YB
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: 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. *NM 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. *BF
Daewoo Lanos 2000
- Date Of Incident: 2004-11-04
- Date Complaint: 2005-03-30
- VIN: KLATA5260YB
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL 04V357000 CONCERNING CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR. DEALER WAS NOT IN OPERATION. *AK *BF *NM
Daewoo Lanos 2001
- Date Of Incident: 2004-06-01
- Date Complaint: 2005-03-07
- VIN: KLATA22661B
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: RECALL CAMPAIGN ISSUED FOR CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR IN DAEWOO LANOS 2001. *BF WHEN THE CONSUMER STARTED THE VEHICLE IT'S CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN DRIVE ONLY 100 FEET WHEN IT SUDDENLY SHUT DOWN. THE CONSUMER WAS NOT ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE DEALER REPLACED THE CMP BUT LATER DETERMINED THAT WHEN THE CMP WENT OUT THE VEHICLE RAN LONG ENOUGH TO CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE ENGINE'S VALVES.
Daewoo Lanos 1999
- Date Of Incident: 2005-02-24
- Date Complaint: 2005-03-02
- VIN: KLATB5264XB
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,AIR BAGS,WHEELS
- Summary: CONSUMER RECEIVED FOUR RECALL LETTERS 02V131001 CONCERNING AIR BAGS, 04V357000 AND 04V394000 CONCERNING ENGINE FAILURE, AND 99V336001 REGARDING DEFECTIVE WHEELS. WHEN TAKEN TO GET THESE DEFECTS SERVICED ON 2/24/05 DEALER HAD NO PARTS. A RENTAL FEE WAS PROVIDED, BUT DEALER STILL HAD NO PARTS. *AK
Latest 5 recalls Daewoo Lanos
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 33 recalls for different components of the Daewoo Lanos.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.
- Model: Daewoo Lanos 1999
- Report Received Date: 2004-08-06
- Manufacturer: DAEWOO MOTOR DE PUERTO RICO
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: 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.
- Model: Daewoo Lanos 2001
- Report Received Date: 2004-08-06
- Manufacturer: DAEWOO MOTOR DE PUERTO RICO
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: 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.
- Model: Daewoo Lanos 2000
- Report Received Date: 2004-08-06
- Manufacturer: DAEWOO MOTOR DE PUERTO RICO
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: 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.
- Model: Daewoo Lanos 1998
- Report Received Date: 2004-08-06
- Manufacturer: DAEWOO MOTOR DE PUERTO RICO
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: 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.
- Model: Daewoo Lanos 2002
- Report Received Date: 2004-08-06
- Manufacturer: DAEWOO MOTOR DE PUERTO RICO
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: 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.
Latest negative Daewoo Lanos car reviews
Latest positive Daewoo Lanos car reviews
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Vehicle year: 2000
So far, your experience with your Lanos sounds excellent, except for three minor issues. Firstly, the passenger seatbelt tends to get too tight as you travel, and it can be difficult to loosen the strap. Secondly, it seems that the air conditioning unit may be leaking water onto the passenger side floor. Lastly, the chrome-colored paint on the hubcaps is coming off. However, overall, it's great to hear that you are very satisfied with the excellent performance of your vehicle!
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Vehicle year: 1999
I still have and drive my great car, which I turned into a racer. Unfortunately, it's no longer sold in Puerto Rico, and many of its parts are no longer available. I had to purchase most of the parts online through eBay or salvage them from other cars at the junkyard.
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Vehicle year: 2001
I love driving this car! It's fun, looks great, and gets approximately 28 mpg with all the driving that I do. Awesome!
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Vehicle year: 2000
After 20 years, I finally parted with my beloved 2000 Daewoo Lanos. It was still working great, but it was finally too small for my family and I needed a bigger car. I gave it to a friend and it is still going strong. It has never broken down, not even once in 20 years! I was HARD on it - I used it to carry heavy sound equipment all the time, and construction supplies. (The rear seats fold down and the trunk is HUGE.) That said, I drove short distances and it's only at about 120K miles. I performed the recommended engine belt replacement (every 60K miles) and I changed the oil every 8K miles or so when I remembered. I have replaced the usual wear and tear items like fluids and the battery, and also the alternator and tires occasionally. Air conditioning coolant had to be replaced at year 18. The only things that ever actually went wrong were the light inside the trunk went out after about 12 years, and I broke off the exterior lever of the door handle (very simple to replace though). If you see one used, know it is a reliable car. It's simple, cheap, but so very reliable. Any Japanese or Korean car repair place will be able to do the routine maintenance. It isn't a complicated car. Also, a bonus is that no one steals them for parts because there is no market for that. Hint: avoid red paint colors when possible because those don't hold up as well as other colors. The only downside is that Daewoo is out of business and you rarely find Daewoos anymore. But if you're looking for a reliable car, it's definitely worth considering.
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Vehicle year: 2000
In my opinion, I believe that cars tend to depreciate over time. Therefore, I prefer not to spend a lot of money on them. I look for a car that can get me from point A to B with dependability and economy, and this car fits the bill perfectly. When I sit behind the wheel, I don't feel like I'm in a tin box. I purchased my warranty through General Motors, and although I had some transmission slippage problems, the dealership caught it during regular servicing and resolved the issue with no cost or hassle to me whatsoever.
Are you having problems with your Daewoo Lanos?
Melvina Rath 2024-11-17
Vehicle year: 2001
Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I wanted to share with you my family's experience with our car. We bought it brand new in September 2001 and it only had 2 miles on it when we got it! We used it to commute 5 days a week from Sussex NJ to Wayne NJ. We did have to rebuild the upper half of the motor around 75k when the timing chain snapped and damaged the motor, but other than that, it's been a great car. The odometer is creeping up on 100k, but the air is still cold, it still drives in a straight line, and we've only had to get 3 alignments in 4 years. Can you believe that the original fuel pump is still pumping? The automatic transaxle still shifts smoothly with nearly 100k. Even my friends love it as much as I do! I just wish more people appreciated this car. It's truly a great car! If they were still available for sale in the US, I would go buy another brand new one. Thanks for listening!
Jayce Abshire 2024-08-25
Vehicle year: 2002
I purchased this car brand new for $7995. It came with the comfort package, air conditioning, and power steering. It even included floor mats, making it a great value. Although I hadn't planned on buying this car, the price was too good to pass up. After test driving it, I was sold. This little car has great pickup and can easily maneuver through highway traffic. It's surprisingly comfortable for an economy car and an absolute joy to drive. The power rack and pinion steering provides excellent handling. With its five-speed manual transmission, it feels like a European sports car.
Danial Schaden 2024-08-24
Vehicle year: 2002
This is a great little entry level car. My wife bought one and she loves it! It handles well and has great fuel economy. I would highly recommend this car based on its price alone. Nothing else compares to it. Period.
Ephraim Hessel 2024-08-07
Vehicle year: 2002
My radio stopped working after I changed the battery in my Daewoo. I reached out to the service department for help and they provided me with some codes, but unfortunately none of them worked. I'm a bit confused about how a potential thief would know that the radio doesn't work, and if they would bother returning it. Can anyone help me out? By the way, I love my Daewoo!
Consuelo Franecki 2024-08-07
Vehicle year: 2000
Although some people have had good results with their Daewoo's, I have unfortunately experienced a number of issues with my car's engine. Despite seeking assistance, the problem has not yet been resolved. It is important to note that Daewoo is currently bankrupt and no longer producing parts for their cars. As a result, it is recommended to ensure that your local Daewoo dealer has the necessary parts in stock before making a purchase. Thank you for considering this information.