Daewoo Lanos Problems by Year
NHTSA has 435 owner complaints and 10 safety recalls on file for the Daewoo Lanos, across 5 model years (1998–2002). The 2000 model year has the most complaints (209). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.
Daewoo Lanos years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Lanos year: 2000, 2001. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2000 Lanos: 209 complaints, 6 recalls
- 2001 Lanos: 129 complaints, 5 recalls
- 1999 Lanos: 62 complaints, 9 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Daewoo Lanos problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling problems | 289 | 5 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 83 | 4 | 9 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 36 | 5 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 4 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 8 | 3 | 2 |
| Power Train | 8 | 4 | 0 |
| Seats | 6 | 2 | 1 |
| Steering | 6 | 3 | 1 |
| Suspension | 6 | 3 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 4 | 0 |
| Visibility | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 | 3 | 1 |
| Wheels | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Equipment | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Tires | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Structure | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Daewoo Lanos problems by model year
Problem areas with enough reports for their own page.
- 2001: engine and engine cooling (79)
- 2000: engine and engine cooling (144)
All Daewoo Lanos model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 Lanos | 30 | 4 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 2001 Lanos | 129 | 5 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2000 Lanos | 209 | 6 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | Far more complaints than other years |
| 1999 Lanos | 62 | 9 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 1998 Lanos | 5 | 9 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Daewoo Lanos years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2000 (209), 2001 (129) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Lanos year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Daewoo Lanos?
Engine and Engine Cooling, with 289 complaints across 5 model years.
How many recalls does the Daewoo Lanos have?
10 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.