Most common 2002 Daewoo Leganza problems
Share of the 18 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Daewoo Leganza complaints by model year
Best Leganza years: 1998, 2002. Years to avoid: 2000, 2001, 1999. Compare all years →
2002 Daewoo Leganza recalls (2)
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…
What 2002 Daewoo Leganza owners say
Engine & cooling
Tl contact owns a 2002 Daewoo Leganza. While the vehicle was being serviced at a local auto shop, the technician stated that new camshaft position sensors were needed. The contact called an authorized dealer and they stated that although his vehicle was manufactured in the same year, his VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign id number 04V394000 (engine and engine cooling). The vehicle is currently being repaired at the contact's expense. The VIN was unknown. The failure and current mileages were 101,082.
Dt: consumer received recall 04V394000 concerning cam shaft position sensor. No dealers in his area would do the recall repair work without payment. Consumer had to order parts from california and pay for the recall work. The letter stated that consumer would be reimbursed for recall repair work. Consumer sent in his receipts for recall reimburssment on February 9, 2005. He has not heard from Daewoo, and was concerned he will not get reimbursed.
Brakes
While driving, the ABS light illuminateed on the dash board. The front wheels locked when the consumer applied the brakes. Also, the consumer received a letter of recall 04V357000. Problems have not yet been resolved. Please provide any further iformation.
Consumer received a recall notice(02V257001) regarding the brake hose. There was no dealer to perform the recall.
Air bags
Dt*: the contact stated that the airbag light illuminated on a consistent bases. The dealer was contacted and could not determined the problem. There were no recalls on this vehicle. Complaints were found on the NHTSA website pertaining to air bags: frontal: sensor/control module. Year: 2002 manufacturer: Daewoo make: Leganza.
The consumer noticed the air bag light illuminated about a month after purchasing the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on 6/19/2003, who stated the air bag control module needed to be replaced.
2002 Daewoo Leganza engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | FWD | 18 / 26 / 21 |
| 2.2L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 17 / 25 / 20 |
EPA ratings. Class: Midsize car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2002 Daewoo Leganza a good car?
Based on 18 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2002 Leganza rates better than average: 85% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Leganza at the same age. It is one of the best Leganza 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 Leganza?
The engine & cooling — 11 complaints, 61% of all complaints for this model year, most often about engine › gasoline. Next are the brakes (4) and air bags (3).
How many recalls does the 2002 Daewoo Leganza have?
There are 2 recalls for the 2002 Daewoo Leganza, 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 Leganza?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 1998 and 2002. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2000, 2001 and 1999. See the full Daewoo Leganza years comparison.
At what mileage do 2002 Daewoo Leganza problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 101,000 miles; 50% 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.