2001 Daewoo Puerto Rico Leganza recalls and problems

The 2001 Daewoo Puerto Rico Leganza has 1 safety recall and 34 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Daewoo Puerto Rico dealer.

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Injuries / deaths

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

2001 Daewoo Puerto Rico Leganza recalls

Recall 01V-180: Structure

Reported May 31, 2001 · 1,763 vehicles affected · DAEWOO MOTOR DE PUERTO RICO

Problem: Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles, located in puerto rico, guam and the american samoa, 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.

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).

Fix: Dealers will install padding to the a pillar to reduce the risk of injury in a crash. Owner notification began june 15, 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.

2001 Daewoo Puerto Rico Leganza problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Engine and Engine Cooling	28
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	4
Air Bags	1
Power Train	1
Electrical System	1
Structure	1
Unknown or Other	1

Most reported parts

Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 5
Engine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System — 1
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Belts and Associated Pulleys — 1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Rotor — 1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings — 1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip — 1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Pads — 1
Air Bags › Frontal — 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 Leganza complaints

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

Unknown or Other · at 53,000 miles · reported Oct 23, 2007

The contact owns a 2001 daewoo leganza. The contact stated that the dashboard is coming apart near the windshield and front of the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that it was not covered under warranty and would not be repaired for free. The contact was instructed to call NHTSA. The current and failure mileages were 53,000. Updated 02/04/08

Structure · reported Oct 17, 2007

In september 2004 my 2001 daewoo leganza would not shift out of the park position without putting the key inside the slot on the gearshift panel. I would have to put it in neutral then start the car. The check engine light was on also and would not go off. I took it gerald jones in augusta, ga. I was told I needed two types of sensors, which required the removal of the entire dashboard. They had my car almost a month and when I did get it back it started to act up again. Later I found out it was only a fuse kit that was needed and a cam sensor. As a result of my dashboard being removed. The…

Engine and Engine Cooling · at 60,000 miles · reported Oct 10, 2007

The contact owns a 2001 daewoo leganza. The contact stated that the engine warning light remained illuminated. The dealer replaced the cam shaft sensors as part of the recall for the engine and engine cooling (Nhtsa campaign id number 04v394000). The failure recurred, but the dealer refused to repair the vehicle as part of the recall again. The failure mileage was 60,000 and current mileage was 80,000.

Engine and Engine Cooling · reported Aug 7, 2007

The contact owns a 2001 daewoo leganza. While driving 50 MPH, the service engine light remains illuminated. The dealer stated that the cam shaft position sensor needed to be replaced. The dealer has not repaired or replaced the sensor. The current mileage was 81,000 and the failure mileage was unknown.

Engine and Engine Cooling · at 68,000 miles · reported Jan 9, 2007

- the contact owns a 2001 daewood leganza, and 6 months after the purchase the vehicle's check engine light turned on. The vehicle was taken to the dealership. At the dealership, and the dealer stated that they had to flush the engine. On may 2006, the contact received recall: 04v357000. The contact took the vehicle to robert woodall on 01/08/07, and, the dealer stated that the vehicle was not in the recall range, and that the cam sensor needs to get replaced at contacts expense. The contact was concerned because she feltthat the vehicle should be covered under the recall.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 Daewoo Puerto Rico Leganza have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2001 Daewoo Puerto Rico Leganza: 01V-180 (structure). 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 Leganza?

Owners report engine and engine cooling problems most often (28 reports), followed by service brakes, hydraulic (4). 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.