Recall - Door Pad Position Inspection
RECALL SERVICE BULLETINBulletin No.: RSB-001-99
Model(s): 1998-99 Lanos 3-Door
Date: April 29, 1999
VIN Range: KLATC2261WB158465 ~ KLATA2266XB377719
Description: Door Pad Positioning
Group: Campaigns
Reference T99-9-1
Prod. Dates: 10/10/97 ~ 3/15/99
Daewoo Motor America has determined that a noncompliance which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain 1998 and 1999 Lanos 3-Door Hatchback models. The side impact door pads have been incorrectly positioned in the doors which could lead to reduced pelvic protection for the driver or front passenger in the event of a side impact accident.
To insure the side impact protection door pads are correctly installed and provide the highest possible protection to the driver and front seat passenger, Daewoo has decided to recall these Lanos 3-Door Hatchback models and correct the positioning of the door pads.
All unsold new vehicles in Stores/Dealers possession and subject to this campaign must be held and repaired per the service procedure provided in this campaign bulletin before owners take possession of these vehicles.
Stores/Dealers are to service all vehicles subject to this campaign at no charge to owners, regardless of mileage, age of vehicle, or ownership, from this time forward.
Current Lanos 3-Door Hatchback owners will be notified in writing and will be calling to schedule an appointment to have their door pads repositioned. Whenever practical, offer to travel to the customer's home, place of business, etc. for door pad positioning.
In summary, whenever a vehicle subject to this campaign enters your vehicle inventory, or is in your Store/Dealer for service in the future, please take the steps necessary to be sure the campaign correction has been made before selling or releasing the vehicle.
INSPECTION PROCEDURE:
Verify that the vehicle has not been updated previously by checking for a punch mark above the sixth digit (number "2") of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) stamped into the bulkhead in the engine compartment. If a punch mark does not exist, proceed to the Door Pad Positioning Procedure. If a punch mark does exist, the update has already been completed.
DOOR PAD POSITIONING PROCEDURE
1. Remove the four (4) door panel retaining screws.
2. Using a suitable door panel removal tool, remove the side mirror interior trim panel and the inner door release handle trim bezel.
3. Lanos S models only - Using a suitable release tool, remove the retaining clip and remove the window crank handle.
4. Using a suitable door panel removal tool, carefully release the door panel retaining clips and remove the door panel from the door.
5. Starting from the rear of the door, carefully remove the plastic moisture barrier from the rear portion of the door until the center of the door is exposed.
6. Verify that the door pad is correctly positioned according to the illustration provided above. If the door pad is not positioned correctly, slide the door pad along the tubular side impact beam until the correct position is achieved.
7. Reinstall the plastic moisture barrier, door panel, retaining screws, window crank handle (if equipped) and door trim items.
8. Roll the window up and down and insure the correct operation and positioning of the window and door handles.
9. Place a punch mark above the sixth digit (number "2") of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) stamped into the bulkhead in the engine compartment.
10. Repeat Steps 1 through 9 above for the other door.
Warranty Claim Information