1998 Daewoo Lanos Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Lanos years
- Not enough data 5th of 5 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 9 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 1998 Daewoo Lanos. That ranks 5th out of 5 Lanos model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (2 complaints, 40%). There are 9 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 5owner complaints
- 9safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1998 Daewoo Lanos problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 40% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 40% | — | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 20% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1998 Daewoo Lanos recalls (9)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Engine and engine cooling
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
Engine and engine cooling
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
Air bags
Problem: Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact."
Risk: In the event of a crash in which the air bags do not deploy, there is a possibility of increased head injury to the front seat passenger should contact with the passenger side air bag cover occur.
Fix: Dealers will install new energy absorbing air bag mounting brackets. Owner notification began july 23, 2002. 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 1-877-362-1234, selection 1.
Air bags
Problem: Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact."
Risk: In the event of a crash in which the air bags do not deploy, there is a possibility of increased head injury to the front seat passenger should contact with the passenger side air bag cover occur.
Fix: Dealers will install new energy absorbing air bag mounting brackets. Owner notification began july 23, 2002. 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 1-877-362-1234, selection 1.
Wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with alloy wheels. These wheels were manufactured without the steel bushing inserts around the wheel bolt openings, allowing friction between the wheel bolt seats and the wheel bolts. This can result in the bolts loosening during hard braking.
Risk: The wheel could detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will retorque the wheel bolts and will update the owner's manual wheel bolt torque specification.
Air bags:side/window
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles do not comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 214, "side door strength." incorrect position of the side impact pad to the rear, instead of the middle, of the door assembly.
Risk: In the event of a side impact accident, the pelvic protection for the driver or front passenger would be reduced.
Fix: Dealers will correct the position of the side impact protection pad.
Structure:body:door
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles do not comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 214, "side door strength." incorrect position of the side impact pad to the rear, instead of the middle, of the door assembly.
Risk: In the event of a side impact accident, the pelvic protection for the driver or front passenger would be reduced.
Fix: Dealers will correct the position of the side impact protection pad.
Steering: steering wheel/handle bar
Problem: Vehicle description: 3 and 4-door passenger sedans located in puerto rico. The steering wheel can become damaged from over-rotation.
Risk: If this condition were to occur, a loss of vehicle steering could result, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the existing steering wheel with a revised version.
Steering: steering wheel/handle bar
Problem: Vehicle description: 3 and 4-door passenger sedans. The steering wheel center bushing connecting the steering wheel hub to the steering column can slip.
Risk: If this condition were to occur, excessive free play and looseness of the vehicle steering could result, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the existing steering wheel with a revised version.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Consumer received recall 0v4357000 concerning cam shaft position sensor. Dealer refused to do the work properly. Service manager was feliz nabarrette jr. *ak
Consumer received a recall notice(02v257001) for the brake hose, however there was no dealer available. *jb
Consumer received recall 04v357000 concerning cam shaft position sensor. Dealer was not in operation.*ak
I need air conditioner here in p.r., please helpme find something to fix this early.
Front brake disc has rusted and has been changed on three occasions. Also, the brake pads are prematurely wearing. When applying the brakes the pedal goes to the floor, causing extended stopping distance. Please give any further details. *ak
Other Daewoo Lanos years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 Lanos | 30 | 4 |
| 2001 Lanos | 129 | 5 |
| 2000 Lanos | 209 | 6 |
| 1999 Lanos | 62 | 9 |
| 1998 | 5 | 9 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Daewoo Lanos?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, service brakes, hydraulic, equipment problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1998 Daewoo Lanos?
Yes, 9 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1998 Daewoo Lanos a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Lanos model years, the 1998 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.