2000 Daewoo Lanos

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2000 Daewoo Lanos
BUILT 2026-10-10

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
209
Recalls
6

Campaigns on file for 2000

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Engine and engine cooling

69% of complaints

Complaints per year

1998: 5 complaints 1998 1999: 62 complaints 1999 2000: 209 complaints 2000 209 2001: 129 complaints 2001 2002: 30 complaints 2002
1998: 5 complaints 1998 1999: 62 complaints 1999 2000: 209 complaints 2000 209 2001: 129 complaints 2001 2002: 30 complaints 2002
1998: 5 complaints 1998 1999: 62 complaints 1999 2000: 209 complaints 2000 209 2001: 129 complaints 2001 2002: 30 complaints 2002

2000: 209 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19985
199962
2000209
2001129
200230

Known problem areas

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

Engine and engine cooling

69% · 145 reports

Most commonly citing cooling system and gasoline.

FIREDEATH
Show 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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-09-22

Consumer received recall 04V357000 concerning cam shaft position sensor. Dealer was not in operation.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-09-21

Air bags

16% · 34 reports

Most commonly citing frontal and sensor/control module.

CRASHINJURY

Service brakes

9% · 18 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

CRASH

Electrical system

4% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing wiring and front underhood.

FIRE
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While driving smoke was coming from underneath the hood. Vehicle caught on fire. Consumer pulled over, and called for road side assistance. No injuries reported. Vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-09-14

Power train

3% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and manual transmission.

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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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.

  2. R
    2001-02-06Electrical system01V020000 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…

    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…

  3. R
    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…

  4. R
    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…

  6. R
    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

2000 Daewoo Lanos — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 145 reports on file for this year.
  • Air bags: 34 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 18 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 99V336001 · Wheels
  • Recall 01V020000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 02V131002 · Air bags
  • Recall 02V131001 · Air bags
  • Recall 04V357000 · Engine and engine cooling
  • Recall 04V394000 · Engine and engine cooling

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 69% 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.