2001 Daewoo Puerto Rico Leganza
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 3 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 32 |
| 2001 | 34 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
82% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 28 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing engine and belts and associated pulleys.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
A COUPLE OF DAYS BEFORE THE INCIDENT I BOUGHT A CAR FOR MY DAUGHTER WHEN I WAS DRIVING IT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON I TOOK IT TO A PARTS STORE AND THEY READ IT THROUGH THE OBD2 SENSOR AND SAID IT WAS THE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20051117
RECALL 04V357000 WAS ISSUED FOR THE CAM SHAFT POSITION SENSOR. DEALER REFUSED TO REPAIR VEHICLE UNDER THE RECALL BECAUSE THE PART WAS NOT INCLUDED. *AK THE CONSUMER WAS CHARGED FOR REPAIR WHEN VEHICLE WAS DOING WHAT THE RECALL STATED. *TC
NHTSA ODI report, 20040920
12% of complaints: service brakes — 4 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
3% of complaints: structure — 1 distinct report on file.
3% of complaints: power train — 1 distinct report on file, most commonly citing clutch assembly.
3% of complaints: electrical system — 1 distinct report on file, most commonly citing front underhood.
SAFETY TIMELINE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, LOCATED IN PUERTO RICO, GUAM AND THE AMERICAN SAMOA, FAIL TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT." T
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL PADDING TO THE A PILLAR TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY IN A CRASH. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 15, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPO
Campaign 01V180001 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2001 Daewoo Puerto Rico Leganza — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (28 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 01V180001 (structure) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2001 Daewoo Puerto Rico Leganza reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Daewoo Puerto Rico Leganza?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 82% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2001 Daewoo Puerto Rico Leganza have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.