1998 Daewoo Leganza
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
- 3
- 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 | 118 |
| 2000 | 220 |
| 2001 | 128 |
| 2002 | 18 |
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
3 of 5 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.
Show complaint excerpts
Consumer received recall 04V357000 concerning cam shaft position sensor. Dealer was not in operation.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-10-06
Consumer received a recall notice(04V357000) for the cam shaft position sensor.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-09-15
Service brakes
2 of 5 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2001-06-08Structure01V180000 Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with requirements of FMVSS No. 201, "Occupant protection in interior impact." These vehicles exceed the maximum allowable head…
Remedy: Dealers will install padding to the a pillar to reduce the risk of injury in a crash. Owner notification began June 8, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed…
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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 Leganza — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine and engine cooling: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 01V180000 · Structure
- Recall 04V357000 · Engine and engine cooling
- Recall 04V394000 · Engine and engine cooling
FAQ
- Is the 1998 Daewoo Leganza 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 Leganza?
- The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 60% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1998 Daewoo Leganza have?
- 3 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.