1998 Daewoo Lanos
Only 5 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 9
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1998
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1998: 5 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
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| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 62 |
| 2000 | 209 |
| 2001 | 129 |
| 2002 | 30 |
Known problem areas
Only 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine and engine cooling
2 of 5 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.
Show complaint excerpts
Consumer received recall 0V4357000 concerning cam shaft position sensor. Dealer refused to do the work properly. Service manager was feliz nabarrette jr.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-11-03
Consumer received recall 04V357000 concerning cam shaft position sensor. Dealer was not in operation.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-10-07
Service brakes
2 of 5 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Equipment
1 of 5 total reports mentions: equipment, most commonly citing air conditioner.
Show complaint excerpts
I need air conditioner here in p.r., please helpme find something to fix this early.
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-10-24
Safety timeline
9 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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1998-12-07Steering98V305000 Vehicle description: 3 and 4-door passenger sedans. The steering wheel center bushing connecting the steering wheel hub to the steering column can slip.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the existing steering wheel with a revised version.
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1999-01-08Steering98V305001 Vehicle description: 3 and 4-door passenger sedans located in Puerto Rico. The steering wheel can become damaged from over-rotation.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the existing steering wheel with a revised version.
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1999-05-07Structure99V090000 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles do not comply with the requirements of FMVSS No. 214, "Side door strength." Incorrect position of the side impact pad to the rear, instead…
Remedy: Dealers will correct the position of the side impact protection pad.
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1999-05-20Air bags99V090002 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles do not comply with the requirements of FMVSS No. 214, "Side door strength." Incorrect position of the side impact pad to the rear, instead…
Remedy: Dealers will correct the position of the side impact protection pad.
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1999-12-03Wheels99V336001 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…
Remedy: Dealers will retorque the wheel bolts and will update the owner's manual wheel bolt torque specification.
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2002-07-23Air bags02V131002 Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 201, "Occupant protection in interior impact."
Remedy: 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…
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2002-07-23Air bags02V131001 Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 201, "Occupant protection in interior impact."
Remedy: 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…
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2004-09-07Engine and engine cooling04V357000 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…
Remedy: 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…
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2004-09-29Engine and engine cooling04V394000 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…
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.
Buy-smart checklist
1998 Daewoo Lanos — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine and engine cooling: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Equipment: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 98V305000 · Steering
- Recall 98V305001 · Steering
- Recall 99V090000 · Structure
- Recall 99V090002 · Air bags
- Recall 99V336001 · Wheels
- Recall 02V131002 · Air bags
- Recall 02V131001 · Air bags
- Recall 04V357000 · Engine and engine cooling
- Recall 04V394000 · Engine and engine cooling
FAQ
- Is the 1998 Daewoo Lanos 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 1998 Daewoo Lanos?
- The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1998 Daewoo Lanos have?
- 9 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.