2001 Saturn L200 review from North America
"A defect"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The timing chain broke after 27,000 miles, damaging the upper half of the engine. The dealer was claiming it's because the oil wasn't changed, when I changed it myself several times.
After speaking with several mechanics, and they agree that even if the oil hadn't been changed (which it has), a timing chain should not break - especially after only 27,000 miles.
General comments?
Saturn corporate has been extremely unhelpful, and I've seen this complaint several times on this board. I have filed a complaint with the Better Business Bureau, and I am trying to find some equitable solution to this problem.
Through some Internet research, I have seen that this is not an uncommon problem with Saturns, and I am looking at getting them to do something about it.
I would love to be able to share some of your experiences that are similar to mine. Please let me know if you've had a timing chain related problem with your Saturn. I'm now facing an $1800 repair bill that should not be mine.
My email address is jdressander@yahoo.com.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.2 4 cylinder. Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5/10 |
| Reliability marks | 2/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 27000 miles |
| Previous car | Saturn SL |
| Date of Entry | 11th March, 2004 |