2002 Daewoo Lanos Problems
- Complaints
- 30filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 36,512miles, 10 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 4campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 25 mpgcombined, 1.5L 4-cyl FWD · 21 city / 33 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2002 Daewoo Lanos (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 30 consumer complaints for the 2002 Daewoo Lanos. The part named most often is engine cooling, with 19 complaints (63% of the total), followed by air bags (5) and brakes (3). 10 of the complaints include a mileage, and 70% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 36,512 miles. Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, 1 a fire, 2 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year. Engine cooling complaints overlap with 2 recall campaigns filed under the same part. Air bags complaints overlap with 2 recall campaigns filed under the same part.
Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Engine cooling19 63%
- Air bags5 17%
- Brakes3 10%
- Electrical system1 3.3%
- Engine1 3.3%
- Equipment1 3.3%
- Vehicle speed control1 3.3%
Example complaints
Engine cooling: “The consumer stated two recalls have been issued on her vehicle. The dealer stated the next available date was not until january 2005. The consumer is concerned for her safety. Please provide additional information.”
NHTSA complaint #10099117, filed 2004-11, 60,000 milesAir bags: “Consumer received recalls 02v131001/fmvss 201 concerning air bag deployment, and 04v357000 regarding cam shaft position sensor. The consumer was unable to locate any authorized service center in his area that were willing to honor these recalls. The consumer stated he took the vehicle to 2 different dealers and they were unable to get the engine light to go off.”
NHTSA complaint #10094630, filed 2004-11Brakes: “There is an intermittent brake failure whereby the pedal goes to the floor but the brakes do not engage -- raising the foot and reapplying pressure usually solves the problem but one wreck has resulted. The dealer continues to insist there is no problem, but had to turn the rotor at 15,000 to 20,000 and the rotor is now needing replacment at 32,000 -- there are additional problems such as a gas smell when the AC is used for extended time at freeway speeds and now a grinding/rockety sound to the AC area”
NHTSA complaint #10020685, filed 2003-05, 18,000 milesVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): “Wind sheild wipers housing councel fell out. Cannot turn wipers on or off. Transmission grinds in third gear and was told by the dealership these are cosmetic things and not covered under any warranty since the company went bankrupt.”
NHTSA complaint #10043048, filed 2003-10, 15,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
70% of the 10 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 18,000 and 60,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2002 Daewoo Lanos version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lanos FWD | 1.5L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 23 | 32 | 26 | $2,600 |
| Lanos FWD | 1.5L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 21 | 33 | 25 | $2,700 |
| Lanos FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 22 | 32 | 25 | $2,700 |
| Lanos FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 20 | 30 | 23 | $2,900 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 04V394000Aug 6, 2004Engine and engine coolingCovers: Daewoo Lanos 1998–2002, Leganza 1998–2002, Nubira 1998–2002 +2 more
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.
- 04V357000Jul 14, 2004Engine and engine coolingCovers: Daewoo Lanos 1998–2002, Leganza 1998–2002, Nubira 1998–2002
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.
- 02V131001May 8, 2002Air bagsCovers: Daewoo Lanos 1998–2002
Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact."
- 02V131002May 8, 2002Air bagsCovers: Daewoo Lanos 1998–2002, Daewoo Puerto Rico Lanos 1998–2002
Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact."
Recall details for the 2002 Daewoo Lanos → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 2002 Daewoo Lanos.
Other model years of the Daewoo Lanos
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 30 | 36,512 | 4 | — | 25 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2001 | 129 | 45,500 | 5 | — | 25 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2000 | 209 | 48,000 | 6 | — | 26 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1999 | 62 | 73,502 | 9 | — | 26 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1998 | 5 | — | 9 | — | 26 | — | Not enough data |
All Daewoo Lanos model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2002 Daewoo Lanos have?
NHTSA recorded 30 consumer complaints for the 2002 Daewoo Lanos as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2002 Daewoo Lanos is reported most often?
Engine cooling is named most often, in 19 complaints (63% of the total), followed by air bags with 5.
Has the 2002 Daewoo Lanos been recalled?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2002 Daewoo Lanos get?
The EPA rates the 2002 Daewoo Lanos (Lanos, 1.5L 4-cyl) at 25 mpg combined, 21 city and 33 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,700 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2002 Daewoo Lanos reported?
Among the 10 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 36,512 miles and the middle half falls between 18,000 and 60,000 miles; 70% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.