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Daewoo Leganza problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Leganza from 1998 to 2002: 489 owner complaints and 14 recalls across 5 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2000 (220), 2001 (128), 1999 (118). Best fuel economy: 21 mpg combined (2002).

Daewoo Leganza
Photo: MercurySable99 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Engine & cooling405
Brakes (hydraulic)33
Airbags19
Electrical13
Transmission & drivetrain13
Other / unknown6
Visibility (wipers, glass)6
Suspension6

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
19983521
1999311821
2000322021
2001312821
200221821

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Daewoo Leganza?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2000 (220), 2001 (128), 1999 (118).

How many recalls has the Daewoo Leganza had?

Across 1998–2002, NHTSA lists 14 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).