Consumer received recall 02v257001 concerning brake hose. Dealer was not in operation.
The worst 1998 Daewoo Leganza problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Engine3
- Brakes2
Problems by type
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- Engine3
- Brakes2
Recalls 3
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
Structure: frame and members
- What is wrong
- 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 criterion value specified in the standard for passenger-side a-pillar target location.
- Risk
- Consequently, in a crash, the front seat passenger could suffer increased head injury from contact with the passenger a pillar (forward most roof support).
- 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 service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daewoo at 1‑877‑463‑2396.
Recall number 01V180000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 1998 Daewoo Leganza 1
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
1998 Daewoo Leganza fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4‑cyl | FWD | 17-18 | 25-27 | 20-21 |
| 2.2L 4‑cyl | FWD | 18 | 26-27 | 21 |
What 1998 Daewoo Leganza owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Consumer received recall 0v4357000 concerning cam shaft position sensor. Dealer was not in operation.
The consumer received a recall notice(02v257001) for the brake hose, however there was no dealer available to perform the recall.
Consumer received recall 04v357000 concerning cam shaft position sensor. Dealer was not in operation.
Consumer received a recall notice(04v357000) for the cam shaft position sensor.
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Questions about the 1998 Daewoo Leganza
Is the 1998 Daewoo Leganza reliable?
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 1998 Daewoo Leganza, fewer than a typical Leganza model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1998 Daewoo Leganza?
Engine and cooling, with 3 complaints. Next is brakes (2).
How many recalls does the 1998 Daewoo Leganza have?
3 recalls, covering engine and engine cooling and structure.
Was there a recall on the 1998 Daewoo Leganza engine?
Yes, 2 recalls: 04V394000, 04V357000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Daewoo Leganza have bad engine?
The Daewoo Leganza model years with the most engine complaints are 2000 (184 complaints), 2001 (109 complaints) and 1999 (100 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 1998 Daewoo Leganza get?
Official estimates for the 1998 Daewoo Leganza range from 20 to 21 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.0L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 17-18 city and 25-27 highway.
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