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1998 Daewoo LANOS recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

9 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1998 Daewoo LANOS. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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1998 Daewoo LANOS recalls, newest first

August 6, 2004NHTSA 04V3940004,305 vehicles potentially affected

Engine and engine cooling

Summary
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.
Consequence
This could possibly cause an underhood fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the camshaft position sensors and install an additional fuse. Owners should contact daewoo puerto rico at 1-877-362-1234 option 6.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

July 14, 2004NHTSA 04V35700011,576 vehicles potentially affected

Engine and engine cooling

Summary
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.
Consequence
This could possibly cause an underhood fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the camshaft position sensors and install an additional fuse. The recall began on September 7, 2004. Owners should contact daewoo at 1-877-362-1234, option 6, or find a local dealer through their website at www.daewoous.com.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

May 8, 2002NHTSA 02V13100213,103 vehicles potentially affected

Air bags

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

This recall on nhtsa.gov

May 8, 2002NHTSA 02V13100156,912 vehicles potentially affected

Air bags

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

This recall on nhtsa.gov

November 30, 1999NHTSA 99V3360012,811 vehicles potentially affected

Wheels › Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs

Summary
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with alloy wheels. These wheels were manufactured without the steel bushing inserts around the wheel bolt openings, allowing friction between the wheel bolt seats and the wheel bolts. This can result in the bolts loosening during hard braking.
Consequence
The wheel could detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will retorque the wheel bolts and will update the owner's manual wheel bolt torque specification.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

June 1, 1999NHTSA 99V090002124 vehicles potentially affected

Air bags › Side/window

Summary
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles do not comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 214, "side door strength." incorrect position of the side impact pad to the rear, instead of the middle, of the door assembly.
Consequence
In the event of a side impact accident, the pelvic protection for the driver or front passenger would be reduced.
Remedy
Dealers will correct the position of the side impact protection pad.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

April 27, 1999NHTSA 99V0900002,929 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Body › Door

Summary
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles do not comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 214, "side door strength." incorrect position of the side impact pad to the rear, instead of the middle, of the door assembly.
Consequence
In the event of a side impact accident, the pelvic protection for the driver or front passenger would be reduced.
Remedy
Dealers will correct the position of the side impact protection pad.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

December 15, 1998NHTSA 98V3050011,077 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Steering wheel/handle bar

Summary
Vehicle description: 3 and 4-door passenger sedans located in puerto rico. The steering wheel can become damaged from over-rotation.
Consequence
If this condition were to occur, a loss of vehicle steering could result, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the existing steering wheel with a revised version.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

December 1, 1998NHTSA 98V3050001,063 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Steering wheel/handle bar

Summary
Vehicle description: 3 and 4-door passenger sedans. The steering wheel center bushing connecting the steering wheel hub to the steering column can slip.
Consequence
If this condition were to occur, excessive free play and looseness of the vehicle steering could result, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the existing steering wheel with a revised version.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 1998 Daewoo LANOS with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Engine and engine cooling2
  2. Service brakes2
  3. And fittings1
  4. Equipment › Appliance › Air conditioner1
  5. Hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc1

Other Daewoo LANOS years

Other 1998 Daewoo models

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Questions

Does the 1998 Daewoo LANOS have any recalls?
9 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: engine and engine cooling, air bags, wheels, structure, steering. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1998 Daewoo LANOS recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Daewoo dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1998 Daewoo LANOS?
5 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.