Tire sidewall bubble. Tire first started making noise and vibrating for approx. 400 miles before failure. Had mechanic check and he said it was simply wear. The failure occurred on freeway at 65 miles an hour causing major shaking and control issues. Tires are rotated regularly but community tire inspected and said that there was an alignment problem and tires are wearing unevenly. This tire was determined by manufacturer representative to have impact damage. The tire has not had any type of impact damage. There is one driver of vehicle.
The worst 2002 Daewoo Leganza problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Engine11
- Brakes4
- Airbags3
- Tires1
- Visibility1
Problems by type
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- Engine11
- Brakes4
- Airbags3
- Tires1
- Visibility1
Recalls 2
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
2002 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2L 4‑cyl | FWD | 17-18 | 25-26 | 20-21 |
What 2002 Daewoo Leganza owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 daewoo leganza. While the vehicle was being serviced at a local auto shop, the technician stated that new camshaft position sensors were needed. The contact called an authorized dealer and they stated that although his vehicle was manufactured in the same year, his VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 04v394000 (engine and engine cooling). The vehicle is currently being repaired at the contact's expense. The VIN was unknown. The failure and current mileages were 101,082.
Dt*: the contact stated that the airbag light illuminated on a consistent bases. The dealer was contacted and could not determined the problem. There were no recalls on this vehicle. Complaints were found on the federal safety agency website pertaining to air bags: frontal: sensor/control module. Year: 2002 manufacturer: daewoo make: leganza.
Dt: consumer received recall 04v394000 concerning cam shaft position sensor. No dealers in his area would do the recall repair work without payment. Consumer had to order parts from california and pay for the recall work. The letter stated that consumer would be reimbursed for recall repair work. Consumer sent in his receipts for recall reimburssment on february 9, 2005. He has not heard from daewoo, and was concerned he will not get reimbursed.
The passenger's face was severely burned by the chemicals/powder in the air bag when it deployed. *nm
The federal safety agency recall 04v357000 concerning cam shaft position sensor. Consumer was unable to locate a dealer to honor the recall. *ak recall campaign. The consumer stated that the window motor did not work when the vehicle was purchased dealer promised to fix it but never did.
Consumer received recall 02v257001 concerning brake hose. Dealer was not in operation.
Consumer received a recall notice(02v257001) regarding the brake hose. There was no dealer to perform the recall.
The consumer received recall notice #04v357000 for cam shaft sensor. The mechanic refused to perform the recall. They stated the part was not included in the recall.
Consumer received recall 0v4357000 concerning cam shaft position sensor. Dealer was not in operation.
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Questions about the 2002 Daewoo Leganza
Is the 2002 Daewoo Leganza reliable?
Owners have filed 18 complaints about the 2002 Daewoo Leganza, fewer than a typical Leganza model year.
What is the 2002 Daewoo Leganza year score?
The 2002 Daewoo Leganza scores 90 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Daewoo Leganza: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2002 Daewoo Leganza?
Engine and cooling, with 11 complaints. Next is brakes (4).
How many recalls does the 2002 Daewoo Leganza have?
2 recalls, covering engine and engine cooling.
Was there a recall on the 2002 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 2002 Daewoo Leganza get?
Official estimates for the 2002 Daewoo Leganza range from 20 to 21 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.2L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 17-18 city and 25-26 highway.
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