Daewoo Leganza Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Daewoo Leganza model year (1999–2002) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Daewoo Leganza Years to Avoid
3 recalls · 153 complaints
6 reported injuries
1 reported death
Top issue: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Problem score: 179
3 recalls · 94 complaints
2 reported injuries
Top issue: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Problem score: 107
3 recalls · 92 complaints
Top issue: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Problem score: 101
Best Daewoo Leganza Years to Buy
2 recalls · 13 complaints
Main area: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Problem score: 21
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Daewoo Leganza — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 2 | 13 | 1 | — | 21 | Good |
| 2001 | 3 | 92 | — | — | 101 | Caution |
| 2000 | 3 | 153 | 6 | 1 | 179 | Avoid |
| 1999 | 3 | 94 | 2 | — | 107 | Caution |
All 4 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Daewoo Leganza Shopping Guide by Era
Pre-2013
Proceed with CautionOlder Leganza models have more accumulated wear and a larger recall history. These are higher-risk purchases without documented maintenance records and a clean VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year Leganza should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2000 Daewoo Leganza if possible. It has 3 recalls, 153 owner complaints, and 1 reported death. The overall problem score is 179 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year Leganza to buy?+
The 2002 Daewoo Leganza is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 21. It has only 2 recalls and 13 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which Leganza has the fewest problems?+
The 2002 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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