MYRModel Year Report

2001 Daewoo Lanos

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2001 Daewoo Lanos
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:37:17.830Z

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.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Daewoo Lanos Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2001 highlighted. 1998: 5 complaints 1998 1999: 62 complaints 1999 2000: 209 complaints 2000 2001: 129 complaints 2001 2002: 30 complaints 2002
2001: 129 complaints
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YearComplaints
19985
199962
2000209
2001129
200230

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 47%

47% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 61 distinct reports on file.

AIR BAGS 16%

16% of complaints: air bags — 21 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT 45 MPH, THE DRIVER LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE WHICH RESULTED IN THE VEHICLE CRASHING INTO AN EMBANKMENT. THE CONSUMER STATED THAT NEITHER OF THE FRONTAL AIR BAGS DEPLOYED UPON IMPACT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20040219

THIS IS A BAD COMPLAINT THAT NEEDS TO BE FIXED. IT NEEDS A REAL DESCRIPTION. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION .TS

NHTSA ODI report, 20021227

AIR BAG DEPLOYED BUT ONLY AFTER VEHICLE HAD ROLLED SEVERAL TIMES. COLLISION FROM OTHER VEHICLE WAS FROM THE SIDE. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20020731

AIR BAGS 12%

12% of complaints: air bags — 16 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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RECALLS 02V131000 AND 02V131001/FMVSS 201 AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT, VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL AND A SIDE COLLISION, HOWEVER NEITHER AIR BAG DEPLOYED. DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. *AK THERE WAS ONE INJURY. *YH

NHTSA ODI report, 20020802

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 10%

10% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 13 distinct reports on file.

INJURY
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NHTSA RECALL 04V357000 CONCERNING CAM SHAFT POSITION SENSOR. NO PARTS AVAILABLE.*AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20040928

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 3%

3% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 4 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20010206 — electrical system

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

R 20020723 — air bags

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

R 20020723 — air bags

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

R 20040907 — engine and engine cooling

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

R 20040929 — engine and engine cooling

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

2001 Daewoo Lanos — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (61 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (21 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (16 reports on file for this year).
  • 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.
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FAQ

Is the 2001 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 2001 Daewoo Lanos?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 47% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 Daewoo Lanos have?

5 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.