The problem
Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with requirements of FMVSS no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact." these vehicles exceed the maximum allowable head injury criterion value specified in the standard for passenger-side a-pillar target location.
The risk
Consequently, in a crash, the front seat passenger could suffer increased head injury from contact with the passenger a pillar (forward most roof support).
The fix
Dealers will install padding to the a pillar to reduce the risk of injury in a crash. Owner notification began June 8, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Daewoo at 1-877-463-2396.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 01V-180 (01V180000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | GM DAEWOO AUTO & TECHNOLOGY COMPANY |
| Component | Structure › Frame and members |
| Report date | May 31, 2001 |
| Owners notified | June 8, 2001 |
| Vehicles affected | 58,691 |
| Initiated by | OVSC |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the body & structure
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 01V-180 repair free?
Yes. Daewoo dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will install padding to the a pillar to reduce the risk of injury in a crash. Owner notification began June 8, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a…
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 58,691 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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.