Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (engine, cooling system, oil leaks, timing chain, exhaust).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 1999 Daewoo Lanos owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
Recall 04V357000 concerning cam shaft position sensor. Consumer took the vehicle to dealer for repairs, but discovered that the service was not done. Consumer was told that in order to get repairs done consumer would have to pay would have to pay for the work. They only inspected the vehicle but did not change anything. The consumer stated that the vehicle has all the problems listed in the recall.
The pulley arm was defective, causing the timing belt to fail. Also, engine malfunctioned. Consumer took vehicle to the dealer on several occasions. However, they were unable to rectify the problem.
Consumer received four recall letters 02V131001 concerning air bags, 04V357000 and 04V394000 concerning engine failure, and 99V336001 regarding defective wheels. When taken to get these defects serviced on 2/24/05 dealer had no parts. A rental fee was provided, but dealer still had no parts.
The consumer received NHTSA 04v35700 on the camshaft position sensor. The vehicle was taken in to have the recall performed. However, the dealer refused to honor the recall because the check engine light did not appear on the dashboard. Please provide further details.
Check engine light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. Consumer received NHTSA recall 04V357000 regarding cam shaft position sensor. However, consumer was unable to locate a dealership in consumer's area, and could not get in contact with the manufacturer.
Recall 04V357000 regarding cam shaft position sensor. Consumer was concerned that check engine warning light illuminated while driving. Unable to locate a dealer to honor this recall, and Daewoo customer assistance center toll free number was unable to get through.
The consumer received, NHTSA recall campaign letter #04V357000 regarding the crankshaft position sensor. Company is out business. No dealership available, the phone is provides in the letter is not working.
The check engine light is on, there are no dealers to service the cam shaft sensor. Recall 04V357000. The consumer requested information about dealers who could service her vehicle.
Consumer received recall 04V357000 concerning cam shaft position sensor. Consumer cannot find a dealership nor contact the number provided on the recall letter for Daewoo customer service.
A recall (04V357000) was issued for the cam shaft position sensor. The consumer was unable to find an authorized dealer to repair the vehicle. Please provide additional information.
Related recalls
Engine and engine cooling
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.
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.
Engine and engine cooling
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.
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…
Engine complaints in other Lanos years
Frequently asked questions
How common are engine problems on the 1999 Daewoo Lanos?
NHTSA has 45 complaints about the engine & cooling of the 1999 Daewoo Lanos, 73% of the model year's 62 complaints. The component named most often is cooling system (10 mentions).
Is there a recall for 1999 Daewoo Lanos engine problems?
Yes — NHTSA recall 04V-394 (engine and engine cooling, Aug 6, 2004); NHTSA recall 04V-357 (engine and engine cooling, Jul 14, 2004). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
At what mileage do 1999 Daewoo Lanos engine problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 74,000 miles, and 20% before 25,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.