Tl* the contact owns a 2001 daewoo lanos. While driving at an unknown speed, smoke emitted under the hood of the vehicle. The contact discovered that the camshaft sensor and wires were burned and melted. The contact sustained a burned hand that did not require medical attention. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 117,000.
2001 Daewoo Lanos engine problems
80 complaints (62% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 48,000.
- owner complaints
- 80
- of this car's complaints
- 62%
- typical mileage
- 48,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
- Cooling system13
- Engine: gasoline2
- Engine2
- Engine: gasoline: belts and associated pulleys1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Daewoo Lanos engine problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2001 Daewoo Lanos engine
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Engine and engine cooling
- 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 cooling
- 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 2001 Daewoo Lanos owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
There are two recall on the daewoo lanos's cam position sensor. I'm getting engine check lights with a fault code calling out the cam position sensor. My mechanic says I should take it into a dealer to have the recall done. My dealer says the sensor does not fall in the right date code or manufacturer of said sensor. It cost me 100 dollars to "check" for the recall which I find out I don't need. But my engine check light is still coming on. The dealer says my sensor doesn't work and will have to replace it any way. Which I have to pay for the part and now labor when it comes in. So, because of a recall which I don't need, I've paid 100 for investigation, 114 for part and next is labor for the part to be installed. I feel like a sheered sheep. Then I find out that the dealer gets 55 dollars from daewoo for checking the recall also.
Consumer replaced dead battery in 2001 daewoo lanos. When consumer started the vehicle smoke came from under the hood. *kb the consumer believes the smoke may have been a result of the recalled camshaft position sensor. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it still sits to date. The consumer requested reimbursement of the purchase price.
Recall campaign issued for camshaft position sensor in daewoo lanos 2001. *bf when the consumer started the vehicle it's check engine light illuminated. The vehicle was then drive only 100 feet when it suddenly shut down. The consumer was not able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The dealer replaced the cmp but later determined that when the cmp went out the vehicle ran long enough to cause damage to the engine's valves.
Consumer received recall notice 04v357000 concerning cam shaft position sensor. Dealer was not in operation. Service manger michelle.
The federal safety agency recall 04v357000 concerning cam shaft position sensor. Dealer refused to honor the recall because the cam shaft was not defective.
Consumer received the federal safety agency recall 04v357000 regarding the crank shaft position sensor. Company was out of business. No dealership was available. Consumer indicated there was only one daewood dealership in town and they refused to provide help. *ak
Consumer took vehicle in for servicing concerning cam shaft sensor recall. After the work was done the service engine light still came on, and consumer was very dissatisfied.
Recall 04v357000 for the cam shaft position sensor was issued. Consumer was unable to reach the manufacturer for three weeks. *ak the consumer is having a problem finding a service dealer to service recall issue.
Recall 04v357000 concerning cam shaft position sensor. Consumer is unable to find a daewoo repair shop nor contact the number provided on the daewoo recall letter for service . *ak
Questions about the 2001 Daewoo Lanos engine
Does the 2001 Daewoo Lanos have engine problems?
Owners have filed 80 complaints about the engine of the 2001 Daewoo Lanos, 62% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 2001 Daewoo Lanos engine problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 48,000 miles.
Is there a recall for the 2001 Daewoo Lanos engine?
Yes, 2 recalls: 04V394000, 04V357000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
Other 2001 Daewoo Lanos problems
Airbags 37Brakes 9Seats 5Acceleration 2Electrical 2Fuel system 1Lights 1Seat belts 1Steering 1Suspension 1Tires 1Transmission 1Visibility 1Wheels 1
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