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 Leganza owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 Daewoo Leganza. The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH, gray colored smoke emitted from the air conditioner unit. The check engine warning light illuminated during the failure. The vehicle was towed to the mechanic where the mechanic confirmed that the cam shaft sensor melted and needed to be replaced. The mechanic advised the contact that the failure was similar to that listed in the recall under NHTSA campaign id number:04V357000 (engine and engine cooling). The manufacturer was contacted but did not confirm if the vehicle was included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 20,000 and the current mileage was 125,575.
Consumer received recall 04V357000 concerning cam shaft position sensor. The consumer cannot find a dealership nor contact the number provided on the recall letter for Daewoo customer service. There was a burning smell coming from under the hood and smoke could sometimes be seen, the check engine light appeared, the horn stayed on and would not go off, when the vehicle was started it would idle high then go back down, and the vehicle had run hot.
Consumer received a recall 04v39000 concerning camshaft position sensor. Took vehicle to dealer, and was informed they would not fix the vehicle. Component code camshaft position sensor. The consumer called the manufacturer and was told that there was nothing they could do and that the consumer had to fix it himself. The consumer had the part fixed ta a local repair facility.
Consumer received recall 04V357000 concerning cam shaft position sensor from the manufacturer and went to the dealer to have the vehicle serviced. The service manager told consumer that she must pay $107.95 for another part because that was not the part of the recall. Service manager was not going into detail as to why this fee was to be paid.
The was driving on the highway when all the lights came on and the engine just shut down. The momentum of the vehicle sent the vehicle into the far right lane where there was safety. The consu,er has tried to contact the manufacturer but instead decided to get rid the vehicle. Provide further details.
The consumer would like to know if a repair on the vehicle is related to the camshaft positioning recall. The vehicle has been repaired twice for the check engine light illuminating. The first repair was minor but the second one required extensive work.
A recall (04V357000) was issued for the cam shaft position sensor. The consumer was unable to find a authorized dealer to repair the vehicle. The check engine light was on most of the time and the gas gauge was not working.
The consumer was concerned that the recall letter stated the repair was at no cost to the owner, however the manufacturer did not answer the phone number provided on the recall letter. Camshaft senor, 04V357000.
04V357000/cam shaft position sensor.owner has received a recall notice, however, knowledge of where to take the vehicle for repair and other information is not available at this time. Provide further details.
The consumer was unable to find a dealership or contact the number provided on the recall letter for Daewoo customer service. Recall#04V357000 camshaft position sensor. Please provide more 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 Leganza years
Frequently asked questions
How common are engine problems on the 1999 Daewoo Leganza?
NHTSA has 100 complaints about the engine & cooling of the 1999 Daewoo Leganza, 85% of the model year's 118 complaints. The component named most often is cooling system (10 mentions).
Is there a recall for 1999 Daewoo Leganza 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 Leganza engine problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 52,000 miles, and 6% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 0 crashes, 2 fires and 0 injuries 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.