Seoul: Just three days following the recall of 1,60,000 LPG powered Rezzo mini vans by GM Daewoo Auto and Technology Co the company said yesterday 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.

Another 7,394 Matiz compact cars produced between October 1, 2002 and November 23, 2003 are being recalled for faulty clutch cables.

A spokesperson for GM Daewoo said Matiz models were 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.