2000 Daewoo Lanos
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 | 5 |
| 1999 | 62 |
| 2000 | 209 |
| 2001 | 129 |
| 2002 | 30 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
48% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 100 distinct reports on file.
FIRE DEATHShow complaint excerpts
AFTER RECEIVING RECALL CONSUMER SMELLED SOMETHING BURNING WHILE DRIVING. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON, AND SEVERAL MINUTES LATER THE ENGINE CAUGHT ON FIRE. NHTSA RECALL 04V357000. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20040922
CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL 04V357000 CONCERNING CAM SHAFT POSITION SENSOR. DEALER WAS NOT IN OPERATION. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20040921
13% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 27 distinct reports on file.
11% of complaints: air bags — 23 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY4% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 9 distinct reports on file.
4% of complaints: air bags — 9 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYSAFETY TIMELINE
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 WHE
Remedy: DEALERS WILL RETORQUE THE WHEEL BOLTS AND WILL UPDATE THE OWNER'S MANUAL WHEEL BOLT TORQUE SPECIFICATION.
Campaign 99V336001 — check if this car was fixed
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
Remedy: 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
Campaign 01V020000 — check if this car was fixed
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 AN
Campaign 02V131002 — check if this car was fixed
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 AN
Campaign 02V131001 — check if this car was fixed
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 P
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 DE
Campaign 04V357000 — check if this car was fixed
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 P
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.
Campaign 04V394000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2000 Daewoo Lanos — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (100 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (27 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (23 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 99V336001 (wheels) has been completed.
- Verify recall 01V020000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 02V131002 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 02V131001 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 04V357000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 04V394000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2000 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 2000 Daewoo Lanos?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 48% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 Daewoo Lanos have?
6 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.