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2000 Daewoo Lanos engine problems

144 complaints (69% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 53,363.

owner complaints
144
of this car's complaints
69%
typical mileage
53,363
crashes
0
recalls
2

Which part fails

  • Cooling system
    27
  • Engine: gasoline
    9
  • Engine
    5
  • Engine: gasoline: belts and associated pulleys
    2
  • Exhaust system
    1
  • Cooling system: hoses/lines/piping/fittings
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Daewoo Lanos engine problems in other years

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Specific symptoms reported on the 2000 Daewoo Lanos engine

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Check engine light 20Stalling 8

Related recalls

Engine and engine coolingReported August 6, 2004 · 4,305 vehicles affected
What is 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.
Risk
This could possibly cause an underhood fire.
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.

Recall number 04V394000 · Recall details

Engine and engine coolingReported July 14, 2004 · 11,576 vehicles affected
What is 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.
Risk
This could possibly cause an underhood fire.
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 dealer through their website at www.daewoous.com.

Recall number 04V357000 · Recall details

What 2000 Daewoo Lanos owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Dec 10, 2008 · Engine · 64,000 miles · AZ

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 daewoo lanos. By researching the federal safety agency website, the contact noticed that his vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 04v357000 (engine and engine cooling). The vehicle was taken to a local dealer and they stated that they would not repair the failure under the recall; therefore, the contact would be responsible for the $400 repair cost. The vehicle has not been repaired and he has been unable to reach the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 64,000 and current mileage was 68,000.

Filed Oct 30, 2006 · Engine · LA

2000 lanos check engine light illuminated. *ts the vehicle ran fine. Several months later the consumer received a recall notice from daewoo 5/1/2006. The recall was for the camshaft position sensor. The consumer called the number provided but kept being connected to the message service. The consumer has left several messages but has never received a response.

Filed Aug 29, 2006 · Engine · 87,239 miles · CT

Consumer requesting reimbursement for recall repairs made on a 2000 daewoo lanos *kb the consumer has the camshaft position sensor replace prior to recall notification. The consumer has attempted to contact daewoo but keeps getting the voicemail.

Filed Mar 30, 2005 · Engine · CA

Consumer received recall 04v357000 concerning camshaft position sensor. Dealer was not in operation. *ak *bf

Filed Feb 10, 2005 · Engine · CA

Vehicle stalls when starting the engine. The cause is undetermined.

Filed Nov 26, 2004 · Airbags, Engine · 47,000 miles · WA

Consumer was unable to have the vehicle repaired for the cam shaft sensor, and air bag the federal safety agency recalls 04v357000 and 02v131000.

Filed Nov 23, 2004 · Engine · 66,000 miles · AR

The cam shaft position sensor malfunctioned. A recall was issued, however the vehicle identification number was outside of the remedy scope. Please provide additional information.

Filed Nov 17, 2004 · Engine · TX

Consumer received recall 04v357000 concerning cam shaft position sensor. Dealer was not in operation.*ak

Filed Nov 15, 2004 · Engine · TX

The consumer received the federal safety agency recall 04v357000 on the camshaft position sensor. Consumer was unable to locate a dealer to honor the recall. This information was provide by marisela's son-in-law omar guevara. *jb the check engine light was on. The vehicle had stopped while in motion. The consumer was informed that the problem was a bad cam position or related to the timing belt possibly being torn and the valves may had gotten damaged. The check engine light reappeared.

Filed Nov 9, 2004 · Airbags, Engine · IN

The consumer received recall 04v357000 concerning cam shaft position sensor, and recall 02v131001 regarding air bags. The consumer took vehicle to the dealership, and mechanic claimed the number on parts did not match the parts needed to repair the vehicle, and the consumer had to pay for parts before ordering. *ak smoke and fumes had come from the hose and the consumer stated that coolant leaked.

Questions about the 2000 Daewoo Lanos engine

Does the 2000 Daewoo Lanos have engine problems?

Owners have filed 144 complaints about the engine of the 2000 Daewoo Lanos, 69% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.

At what mileage do 2000 Daewoo Lanos engine problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 53,363 miles.

Is there a recall for the 2000 Daewoo Lanos engine?

Yes, 2 recalls: 04V394000, 04V357000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

Other 2000 Daewoo Lanos problems

Airbags 33Brakes 18Electrical 7Lights 6Transmission 5Steering 4Suspension 4Fuel system 3Visibility 3Acceleration 2Body 2Tires 2Wheels 2Seat belts 1

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