Most common 2002 Daewoo Lanos problems
Share of the 30 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Daewoo Lanos complaints by model year
Best Lanos years: 1998, 2002, 1999. Years to avoid: 2000, 2001. Compare all years →
2002 Daewoo Lanos recalls (4)
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…
Air bags
Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact."
Remedy: 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…
Air bags
Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact."
Remedy: 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…
What 2002 Daewoo Lanos owners say
Engine & cooling all 20 →
Tl*- the contact stated that she received a recall letter for the 2002 Daewoo Lanos on 05/2006. But became drastically ill from a heart attack and couldn't have the recall repairs done immediately. She took the vehicle to steve's repair in idaho falls for the recall repairs in February 2007. She contact ed Daewoo at [phone], and they advised her to take the vehicle to any repair shop for the recall because there was no Daewoo dealership. She when she took the vehicle with recall letter to the repair shop, they informed her that she had to pay for the repairs the contact stated that the mechanic said that Daewoo informed him that she had to pay and they would reimburse her. As of 3-9-07 she hadn't received the reimbursement. She stated that the Daewoo told her to send in the repair receipt, and that it would take about one month to get the reimbursement. …
The consumer stated two recalls have been issued on her vehicle. The dealer stated the next available date was not until January 2005. The consumer is concerned for her safety. Please provide additional information.
Air bags
The consumer stated two recalls have been issued on her vehicle. The dealer stated the next available date was not until January 2005. The consumer is concerned for her safety. Please provide additional information.
Daewoo has had two recalls for their Lanos vehicle. One for their cam shaft position (cmp) sensor and recall campaign no.02v-131 for the Lanos passenger air bag assembly modification. The problem is there are no garages supplied by Daewoo to fix their vehicles. Additionally, their number for customer service does not answer [phone]) to provide a dealer to service the car. Please require Daewoo to fix the cars or not allow Daewoo to do business in the USA, until they fulfill their requirements to do business in America. That is to stop all business that Daewoo does in America. Thank you.
Brakes
There is an intermittent brake failure whereby the pedal goes to the floor but the brakes do not engage -- raising the foot and reapplying pressure usually solves the problem but one wreck has resulted. The dealer continues to insist there is no problem, but had to turn the rotor at 15,000 to 20,000 and the rotor is now needing replacment at 32,000 -- there are additional problems such as a gas smell when the ac is used for extended time at freeway speeds and now a grinding/rockety sound to the ac area
Consumer received NHTSA recall 04V357000 regarding the crank shaft position sensor. Company was out business. No dealership was available in the miami area. When vehicle stops or turns the brake makes a high pitch noise.
2002 Daewoo Lanos engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | FWD | 23 / 32 / 26 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | FWD | 22 / 32 / 25 |
| 1.5L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 21 / 33 / 25 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 20 / 30 / 23 |
EPA ratings. Class: Compact car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2002 Daewoo Lanos a good car?
Based on 30 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2002 Lanos rates better than average: 68% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Lanos at the same age. It is one of the best Lanos years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2002 Daewoo Lanos?
The engine & cooling — 20 complaints, 67% of all complaints for this model year, most often about cooling system. Next are the air bags (5) and brakes (3).
How many recalls does the 2002 Daewoo Lanos have?
There are 4 recalls for the 2002 Daewoo Lanos, the most recent from August 6, 2004 (engine and engine cooling). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Daewoo Lanos?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 1998, 2002 and 1999. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2000 and 2001. See the full Daewoo Lanos years comparison.
At what mileage do 2002 Daewoo Lanos problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 42,000 miles; 70% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 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.