2002 Daewoo Leganza Problems
- Complaints
- 18filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 70,541miles, 4 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 2campaigns 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
- 21 mpgcombined, 2.2L 4-cyl FWD · 18 city / 26 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2002 Daewoo Leganza (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 18 consumer complaints for the 2002 Daewoo Leganza. The part named most often is engine cooling, with 11 complaints (61% of the total), followed by brakes (4) and air bags (3). 4 of the complaints include a mileage, and 50% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 70,541 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year. Engine cooling complaints overlap with 2 recall campaigns filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
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 cooling11 61%
- Brakes4 22%
- Air bags3 17%
- Tires1 5.6%
Example complaints
Engine cooling: “Consumer stated check engine light stayed on. As a result, vehicle accelerated slowly. A recall was issued, however, this vehicle was not included in the recall due to model year.”
NHTSA complaint #10091804, filed 2004-09, 28,000 milesBrakes: “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.”
NHTSA complaint #10092482, filed 2004-09Air bags: “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.”
NHTSA complaint #10172333, filed 2006-11, 40,000 milesTires: “Tire sidewall bubble. Tire first started making noise and vibrating for approx. 400 miles before failure. Had mechanic check and he said it was simply wear. The failure occurred on freeway at 65 miles an hour causing major shaking and control issues. Tires are rotated regularly but community tire inspected and said that there was an alignment problem and tires are wearing unevenly. This tire was determined by manufacturer representative to have impact damage. The tire has not had any type of impact damage. There is one driver of vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #10487232, filed 2012-12, 125,801 milesMileage when problems were reported
50% of the 4 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 40,000 and 101,082 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2002 Daewoo Leganza. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leganza · sedan | not rated | 3 / 3 | — | — | — |
Ratings before the 2011 model year come from an older, less demanding test and are not comparable with ratings for 2011 and later.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2002 Daewoo Leganza 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leganza FWD | 2.2L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Leganza FWD | 2.2L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 17 | 25 | 20 | $3,350 |
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 Leganza 1998–2002, Lanos 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 Leganza 1998–2002, Lanos 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.
Recall details for the 2002 Daewoo Leganza → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 2002 Daewoo Leganza.
Other model years of the Daewoo Leganza
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 18 | 70,541 | 2 | — | 21 | — | Stable |
| 2001 | 128 | 45,000 | 3 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2000 | 220 | 50,100 | 3 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1999 | 118 | 50,549 | 3 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1998 | 5 | — | 3 | — | 21 | — | Not enough data |
All Daewoo Leganza model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2002 Daewoo Leganza have?
NHTSA recorded 18 consumer complaints for the 2002 Daewoo Leganza as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2002 Daewoo Leganza is reported most often?
Engine cooling is named most often, in 11 complaints (61% of the total), followed by brakes with 4.
Has the 2002 Daewoo Leganza been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 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 Leganza get?
The EPA rates the 2002 Daewoo Leganza (Leganza, 2.2L 4-cyl) at 21 mpg combined, 18 city and 26 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,200 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2002 Daewoo Leganza reported?
Among the 4 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 70,541 miles and the middle half falls between 40,000 and 101,082 miles; 50% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. 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.