Safety Recall NHTSA · 02V257001 Reported September 18, 2002

Daewoo de puerto rico/fmvss 106/brake hoses

Daewoo Motor De Puerto Rico · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 2,098 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
02V257001
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Vehicles Affected
2,098
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
September 18, 2002

Defect Summary

Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 106, "brake hoses." a crack can develop in the outer rubber layer of the front brake hose(s).

Safety Consequence

This can result in brake hose rupture, brake fluid leakage, and loss of vehicle braking.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install new redesigned front brake hoses. owner notification began october 25, 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.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Daewoo Motor De Puerto Rico dealer and reference recall ID 02V257001 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 02V257001

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 02V257001?

NHTSA recall 02V257001 was issued by Daewoo Motor De Puerto Rico on September 18, 2002. It addresses: Daewoo de puerto rico/fmvss 106/brake hoses. The recall affects approximately 2,098 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Daewoo Motor De Puerto Rico dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02V257001 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.