NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls and 209 owner complaints for the 2000 Daewoo Lanos. Most complaints involve engine and engine cooling (144) and air bags (33). The EPA rates it 24–26 mpg combined.
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.
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.
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT."
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DAEWOO LANOS. BY RESEARCHING THE NHTSA WEBSITE, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT HIS VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 04V357000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT THEY WOULD NOT REPAIR THE FAILURE UNDER THE RECALL; THEREFORE, THE CONTACT WOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE $400 REPAIR COST. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED AND HE HAS BEEN UNABLE TO REACH THE MANUFACTURER. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 64,000 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 68,000.”
“CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL 02V131000 CONCERNING PASSENGER AIR BAG ASSEMBLY MODIFICATION ON SEPTEMBER 27, 2004. CONSUMER CONTACTED THE DEAERSHIP ON FOUR OCCASIONS. HOWEVER, CONSUMER WAS CONSTANTLY TOLD THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. *AK”
“CONSUMER HAD SOMEONE REMOVING BRAKE HOSE AND TAKING IT TO A DEALER TO GET ANOTHER ONE. WHEN SHE GOT TO THE DEALER SHE WAS TOLD THAT THEY DO NOT SELL PARTS FOR DAEWOO ANYMORE, AND THAT PARTS FOR DAEWOO DO NOT EXIST. CONSUMER WANTED TO KNOW HOW CAN HER VEHICLE BE REPAIRED IF THEY DID NOT SELL THE PARTS FOR IT. NAME OF DEALER WAS DAVID O'NEAL LOCATED IN RALEIGH, NC. NOT SURE OF THE TELEPHONE NUMBER.*AK”
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lanos Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 32 | 26 | $2,400 | 342 |
| Lanos Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 33 | 26 | $2,400 | 342 |
| Lanos Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 33 | 25 | $2,500 | 355 |
| Lanos Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 31 | 24 | $2,600 | 370 |
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
6 safety recalls as of Nov 9, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.
Owners filed 209 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are engine and engine cooling (144), air bags (33), service brakes, hydraulic (17). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
The EPA rates the 2000 Daewoo Lanos at 24–26 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (4 versions rated).