2002 Daewoo Lanos: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2002 Daewoo Lanos: 4 recalls, 30 owner complaints and up to 26 mpg combined.
Recalls
4 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags Vehicle recall #02V131001 · 2002 · 56,912 vehicles
What's wrong: Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact."
Why it matters: In the event of a crash in which the air bags do not deploy, there is a possibility of increased head injury to the front seat passenger should contact with the passenger side air bag cover occur.
The fix: Dealers will install new energy absorbing air bag mounting brackets. Owner notification began July 23, 2002.
Airbags Vehicle recall #02V131002 · 2002 · 13,103 vehicles
What's wrong: Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact."
Why it matters: In the event of a crash in which the air bags do not deploy, there is a possibility of increased head injury to the front seat passenger should contact with the passenger side air bag cover occur.
The fix: Dealers will install new energy absorbing air bag mounting brackets. Owner notification began July 23, 2002.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #04V357000 · 2004 · 11,576 vehicles
What's wrong: 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 position sensor wire harness.
Why it matters: This could possibly cause an underhood fire.
The fix: 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 dealer through their website at www.daewoous.com.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #04V394000 · 2004 · 4,305 vehicles
What's wrong: 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 position sensor wire harness.
Why it matters: This could possibly cause an underhood fire.
The fix: 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 2 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine & cooling (19): the most common themes are leaks (2).
- Airbags (5): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Brakes (hydraulic) (3): the most common themes are noise or vibration (2).
- Visibility (wipers, glass) (2): the most common themes are noise or vibration (2).
The 2002 Daewoo Lanos has 30 owner complaints, ranking #4 of 5 Lanos model years for complaints (well below the 87 average). Complaints peaked in 2004 (20 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 36,511 miles. Neighboring years: 2001 (129 complaints, 5 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 32 | 26 | Regular |
| 1.6 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 32 | 25 | Regular |
| 1.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 33 | 25 | Regular |
| 1.6 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 30 | 23 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2002 Daewoo Lanos have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recalls for the 2002 Daewoo Lanos. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2002 Daewoo Lanos problems?
Owners have filed 30 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine & cooling (19), airbags (5), brakes (hydraulic) (3).
What gas mileage does the 2002 Daewoo Lanos get?
EPA ratings run up to 26 mpg combined (1.5 L, Manual 5-spd), across 4 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2002 Daewoo Lanos repair manual?
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