2001 Daewoo Lanos: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2001 Daewoo Lanos: 5 recalls, 129 owner complaints and up to 26 mpg combined.
Recalls
5 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Electrical Vehicle recall #01V020000 · 2001 · 27,884 vehicles
What's wrong: A wiring harness, located beneath the carpet in the front passenger floor area, can become damaged by passenger traffic as the wire harness is rubbed against a body seam in the floor panel.
Why it matters: When damaged, engine driveability could be affected and could result in sudden engine stalling.
The fix: Dealers will reposition the wire harness and attach it permanently in a location where the wire harness cannot be damaged. Owner notification began February 6, 2001.
Airbags Vehicle recall #02V131001 · 2002 · 56,912 vehicles
What's wrong: Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact."
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: Dealers will install new energy absorbing air bag mounting brackets. Owner notification began July 23, 2002.
Airbags Vehicle recall #02V131002 · 2002 · 13,103 vehicles
What's wrong: Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact."
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: Dealers will install new energy absorbing air bag mounting brackets. Owner notification began July 23, 2002.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #04V357000 · 2004 · 11,576 vehicles
What's 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.
Why it matters: This could possibly cause an underhood fire.
The 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.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #04V394000 · 2004 · 4,305 vehicles
What's 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.
Why it matters: This could possibly cause an underhood fire.
The 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 8 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine & cooling (79): the most common themes are warning light on (9), stalls / loses power (5), fire / smoke (3).
- Airbags (37): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Brakes (hydraulic) (9): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Seats (5): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2001 Daewoo Lanos has 129 owner complaints, ranking #2 of 5 Lanos model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 87). Complaints peaked in 2004 (98 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 3 years old, at a median of 45,500 miles. Neighboring years: 2000 (209 complaints, 6 recalls), 2002 (30 complaints, 4 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 32 | 26 | Regular |
| 1.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 33 | 25 | Regular |
| 1.6 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 32 | 25 | Regular |
| 1.6 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 30 | 23 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2001 Daewoo Lanos have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recalls for the 2001 Daewoo Lanos. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2001 Daewoo Lanos problems?
Owners have filed 129 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine & cooling (79), airbags (37), brakes (hydraulic) (9).
What gas mileage does the 2001 Daewoo Lanos get?
EPA ratings run up to 26 mpg combined (1.5 L, Manual 5-spd), across 4 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2001 Daewoo Lanos repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.