Is the 1999 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 1999 Daewoo Lanos?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 73% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1999 Daewoo Lanos have?

9 recalls on file for this model year.

1999 Daewoo Lanos

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1999 Daewoo Lanos
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:21:06.948Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 62
Recalls: 9
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Engine and engine cooling

Complaints per year

1999: 62 complaints

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Year	Complaints
1998	5
1999	62
2000	209
2001	129
2002	30

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine and engine cooling

73% · 45 reports

Most commonly citing cooling system and belts and associated pulleys.

Show complaint excerpts

Check engine light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. Consumer received NHTSA recall 04V357000 regarding cam shaft position sensor.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-09-14

Air bags

13% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing frontal.

Service brakes

8% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

Wheels

2% · 1 report

Vehicle speed control

2% · 1 report

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.

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Buy-smart checklist

1999 Daewoo Lanos — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Engine and engine cooling: 45 reports on file for this year.
Air bags: 8 reports on file for this year.
Service brakes: 5 reports 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 1999 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 1999 Daewoo Lanos?: The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 73% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1999 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.