2000 Daewoo Leganza
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 | 118 |
| 2000 | 220 |
| 2001 | 128 |
| 2002 | 18 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
83% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 183 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing cooling system and engine.
CRASH FIRE DEATH9% of complaints: service brakes — 19 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASH FIRE3% of complaints: air bags — 7 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing frontal.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
BRAKES LOCKED ON VEHICLE PRIOR TO IMPACT WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE >40 MPH AND NEITHER FRONT AIRBAG DEPLOYED DURING OR AFTER IMPACT. VEHICLE WAS TOTALLED BY INSURANCE COMPANY DUE TO UNAVAILABILITY OF REPLACEMENT PARTS. DAMAGE ESTIMATE >$5000.
NHTSA ODI report, 20030207
Also filed under SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
FRONT CRASH AT 40 MPH, NEITHER AIRBAG DEPLOYED. NO INJURIES, DAMAGE TO VEHICLE UNKNOWN AT THIS TIME.
NHTSA ODI report, 20020822
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20020620
3% of complaints: power train — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and column shift assembly.
FIRE INJURY1% of complaints: visibility — 3 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing power window devices and controls and exterior.
SAFETY TIMELINE
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 INJURY
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 UPON
Campaign 01V180000 — 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 Leganza — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (183 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (19 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 01V180000 (structure) 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 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 2000 Daewoo Leganza?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 83% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 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.