Seoul, Mar 19: GM Daewoo Auto and Technology Co said on Friday it is recalling 197,565 Matiz compact cars because of engine problems. The recall will affect 190,171 Matiz models manufactured between February 1, 1998 and April 23, 2000.

The engine coolant should have been replaced after two years of use instead of three years as had been recommended, the company said. Another 7,394 Matiz compact cars produced between October 1, 2002 and November 23, 2003 are being recalled for faulty clutch cables. A spokesman for GM Daewoo said Matiz models exported but he could not provide immediately details on how many were sold abroad and how many of them would be affected by the recall. The company did not provide an estimated cost for the recall.

GM Daewoo also said Tuesday it was recalling 163,977 liquefied petroleum gas-powered Rezzo minivans because of problems with use of engine oil. Bureau Report