2001 Daewoo Puerto Rico Lanos recalls and problems

The 2001 Daewoo Puerto Rico Lanos has 2 safety recalls and 20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Daewoo Puerto Rico dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
20
Crashes / fires
2 / 2
Injuries / deaths
3 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2001 Daewoo Puerto Rico Lanos vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2001 Daewoo Puerto Rico Lanos recalls

Recall 02V-131: Air Bags

Reported May 8, 2002 · 13,103 vehicles affected · DAEWOO MOTOR DE PUERTO RICO

Problem: Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact."

Risk: In the event of a crash in which the air bags do not deploy, there is a possibility of increased head injury to the front seat passenger should contact with the passenger side air bag cover occur.

Fix: 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 free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daewoo at 1-877-362-1234, selection 1.

Recall 01V-020: Electrical System

Reported Feb 1, 2001 · 1,362 vehicles affected · DAEWOO MOTOR DE PUERTO RICO

Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A wiring harness, located beneath the carpet in the front passenger floor area, can become damaged by passenger traffic as the wire harness is rubbed against a body seam in the floor panel.

Risk: When damaged, engine driveability could be affected and could result in sudden engine stalling.

Fix: Dealers will reposition the wire harness and attach it permanently in a location where the wire harness cannot be damaged. Owner notification began january 31, 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 de puerto rico at 1-787-274-6514.

2001 Daewoo Puerto Rico Lanos problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Engine and Engine Cooling15
Service Brakes, Hydraulic3
Air Bags2
Tires2
Power Train2
Visibility2
Vehicle Speed Control1
Equipment1
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Steering1
Electrical System1

Most reported parts

  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 3
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip — 2
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings — 1
  • Air Bags › Frontal — 1
  • Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer — 1
  • Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 1
  • Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Lever and Linkage › Floor Shift — 1
  • Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 59,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2001 Daewoo Puerto Rico Lanos complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Electrical System · reported Jun 26, 2007
2001 daewoo lanos bought 3 years ago at a duluth, mn dealership which does not sell such vehicles anymore. Has not worked because of electrical problems for over 2 years.
Engine and Engine Cooling · at 63,000 miles · reported Jun 4, 2007
There is an electrical smell when using the heater, the window will not defrost causing the entire car to fog up making visibility impossible especially when it is raining , 4 times the vehicle has filled up with smoke due to the oil filter not functioning correctly, on occasion it looks like the vehicle is on fire when it starts smoking from the out side.
Engine and Engine Cooling · reported Aug 21, 2006
Dt: the contact stated the local dealer where the vehicle was purchased refused to do the recall work (04v357000). The manufacturer will only respond by stating to take it back to the dealer the vehicle was purchased from. The contact is trying to get the recall work done on their vehicle.
Engine and Engine Cooling · at 60,350 miles · reported Aug 4, 2006
Dt*: the contact stated the check engine light illuminated. The dealership determined the problem could be the cam shaft position sensor, but informed the contact that because the vehicle was not exhibiting serious problems, there was no need to be concerned. An independent mechanic inspected the vehicle and determined the timing belt would need to be changed at 60,000 miles; however the timing belt failed before the 60,000 miles. The vehicle was towed to the dealership where the dealership determined the engine needed to be replaced assuring the contact the new engine would take care of the…
Engine and Engine Cooling · reported Jul 27, 2006
2001 daewoo lanos check engine light illuminated and black smoke was coming from tail pipe. The valve cover gasket was replaced. The consumer stated the vehicle had a strong exhaust smell and the vehicle would not accelerate over 45 MPH.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 Daewoo Puerto Rico Lanos have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2001 Daewoo Puerto Rico Lanos: 02V-131 (air bags), 01V-020 (electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2001 Daewoo Puerto Rico Lanos?

Owners report engine and engine cooling problems most often (15 reports), followed by service brakes, hydraulic (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 59,000 miles.

Are Daewoo Puerto Rico recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Daewoo Puerto Rico dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.