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 2000 Daewoo Lanos owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
Tl contact owns a 2000 Daewoo Lanos. By researching the NHTSA website, the contact noticed that his vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign id number 04V357000 (engine and engine cooling). The vehicle was taken to a local dealer and they stated that they would not repair the failure under the recall; therefore, the contact would be responsible for the $400 repair cost. The vehicle has not been repaired and he has been unable to reach the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 64,000 and current mileage was 68,000.
Consumer received NHTSA recall 04V357000 concerning cam shaft position sensor. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for recall repairs and the dealer refused to honor the recall. Mechanic informed the consumer that the cam shaft position sensor was not defected. Recall states engine light came on, and there is a metal burning smell. Engine light reported to rosen Nissan on February 19, 2004, mileage 34,861
Consumer received recall 04V357000 concerning cam shaft position sensor. Took vehicle to the dealer and had the defect serviced. One week later, the light continued to come on. Consumer took the vehicle back to dealer to have the work done correctly. Dealer asked consumer to pay out of pocket before they could do anything to the vehicle. Original defect still existed.
04 v 357 000/camshaft position sensor/MIL: consumer has a concern that while starting the vehicle the "check engine" light remained illuminated while driving and the vehicle would hesitate while accelerating from a stop position. Dealer was notified. Dealer informed the consumer that the his VIN was not cover under this recall. Please provide any further information.
The timing belt tensioner for my Lanos and my sons nubira both froze and caused the timing belt to break just as the warranty expired. Something should be done so the tensioner does not damage the belt. This ends up being a very costly problem because the engine on both cars had to be changed.
Recall 04V357000 concerning cam shaft position sensor. The consumer had taken the vehicle to the dealer to have the defect repaired. The service technician told the consumer that they would inspect the vehicle, but it was not recalled. Thus, refusing to repair it.
A recall (04V357000) for the cam shaft position sensor. The consumer states that the dealer refused to repair the vehicle because the part number was outside of the recall scope, however, the VIN number applied. Please provide additional information.
Consumer received recall 04V357000 concerning cam shaft position sensor from the manufacturer. Consumer went to an authorized Daewoo dealership in ukiah, ca and was told that they were not servicing any vehicles that they did not sell. Consumer was furies.
Consumer requesting reimbursement for recall repairs made on a 2000 Daewoo Lanos the consumer has the camshaft position sensor replace prior to recall notification. The consumer has attempted to contact Daewoo but keeps getting the voicemail.
A recall (04V357000) has been issued for the cam shaft position sensor and NHTSA recall 02V131001 on the FMVSS 201/air bag deployment. The consumer is 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 2000 Daewoo Lanos?
NHTSA has 144 complaints about the engine & cooling of the 2000 Daewoo Lanos, 69% of the model year's 209 complaints. The component named most often is cooling system (27 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2000 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 2000 Daewoo Lanos engine problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 53,000 miles, and 17% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 0 crashes, 1 fire and 0 injuries and 1 death to engine & cooling problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
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.