Comments: 1-15, 16-30
Blown engine at 90,000 kms.
Constant rattles from everywhere.
"Service engine soon" light keeps coming on, but dealer cannot locate the problem (if any...).
Pretty inexpensive given all the equipment (all-electric + air).
Seating is too low.
As for the check engine light... if it goes off with higher octane fuel you may be looking at a EGR valve that has carbon build up... easily replaced but a little pricey here.
I have a 1995 Saturn SL and this is the worst piece of junk that I have ever owned. My SERVICE ENGINE SOON light has been coming on for the past year. But considering that I have already put about $5,000 into it (more money than the car is worth), I'm not going to waste anymore of my money every month when the car has a problem. I'm just going to keep driving it until it dies on me, then I'll buy another car. NOT A SATURN. So Warn your friends not to buy a Saturn.
I agree with the last comment. We own a 1993 SL2.These cars are pure junk. We warn anyone whenever we can to "Stay Away From Saturn".If you drive a Saturn you had better get the oil tanker in tow!
I have a 1997 Saturn SL1 with almost 75,000 miles on it and have had no major problems with it. As noted in above reviews, the 1995 Saturn is notoriously bad; everyone whom I've met with a '95 has had complaints. So far, my experience with my '97, would lead me to purchase another Saturn in the future.
I have the 1997 model of this vehicle, and it's been a pleasure to own. The only thing that's died on it is the alternator, which was fairly inexpensive to replace. It's been very low maintenance, and I'd definitely buy another Saturn.
Have a 1997 Saturn multiple problems for the past year and all have not been covered by the warranty or some other excuse and the customer service is also in great need of repair.
The local comp that own Saturn has been sold 5 times the past two years and every time we go in they blame the previous owner and want us to find them to fix our problem
will never buy a Saturn again and have told everyone I know and to pass it on..
I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHAT 1500.00 Warranty COVERS
I MEAN REALLY.
WE have a 1993 SL2 this car is Garbage. In 103,000 miles we have needed one clutch, waterpump, starter, new rear axles, radiator, radiator fan and relay, fuel pump and fuel tank as had collapsed internally, complete fuel injection system, lots of sensors, cv Joints, and tie rod and ball joints. The battery also blows up at least once a year, and we are now on our SIXTH alternator. This car has been serviced at the local Saturn dealer from day one. I bought this heap brand new!The problems started once the warranty ran out what a surprise!These cars are junkers, I agree with an earlier comment warn all your friends to stay away from saturns!The car also consumes a quart of oil every 300 miles and has since 50,000 miles. Absolute Junk car.
I have two '97 Saturn's. One of which I bought at 30,000 miles, now at 130,000. The only major thing that went wrong was the transmissions blew out at 59,000, which was covered by warranty.
My second Saturn is great, at 115,000 miles. I suggest that some of you people try some preventative maintenance for some of your problems. Yeah, both of mine use some oil too, but come on, you don't expect your engine to wear down a little bit after 100,000 miles? Be realistic. Parts wear, gaskets get brittle, oil clearances rise. Also, if you had 5 alternators blow out, don't you think there's another underlying problem here? It doesn't take a rocket scientist to imagine that there's an electrical problem that your dealer can't understand. There are better alternators than stock OEM that may last longer, even with some obvious problems.
I use to buy japanese and I use to swear by them, but I did not know what a car should be until I bought my Saturn, I have a 1993 Saturn with with 89,000 miles and just replaced the battery and that's it. I love my Saturn and it gives 100% in mileage per gallon and very reliable car. And the buying experience was like no other at the dealership. (very smooth no bull and great experience)
I own a 1997 Saturn SL1, so far not happy, the trans axle turbine speed sensor has gone out 3 times in the past few months, would never buy another Saturn.
My Saturn is great, no problems at all. As to previous complaints, My car's warranty was honored everywhere, including Europe for the 2 years I was there. All it has needed was a new alternator and my brake rotors warped prematurely. Both under warranty. The alternator went out in the states and the dealership gave me a loaner. In Europe, a rental car was covered. best Car and SERVICE I've EVER HAD.
I own a 1997 SL1 and this is by far the best vehicle I have ever owned. I purchased it used and it had 16,000 miles on it now 3 years later it has 59,000 and for the last 2 years I have been in Germany and the car handles great on the Autobahn. The only thing I have had to do is replace the alternator at about 17,000 miles. Even if this car went to hell right now it was a great car. How often do you buy a car that all you have to do is change the oil and put gas in it for 3 years and it still purrs. I would definitly purchase another one. I am testing a new car also now I have a Grand Jeep Cherokee Limited, I will see if it lives up to the Saturn.
Own a 1996 SL1 with 85000 miles. By December 2003 had already replaced the alternator once. In December the car went to Saturn because service engine soon light came on. Up to this point, I should add, every required schedule maintenance/service check had been done according to schedule. The dealership put in another battery even though the one in the car was only two years old. Then the infamous "Service Engine Soon" light came on again. Back to the Saturn dealership. A third alternator installed. One week later.. you guessed it..Serv. en.soon...this time they gave me a loaner which I should have just kept. Ever hear of three strikes your out! They haven't. They installed a new starter. In March 2003, The Service Engine light comes on, I take the car in (again-for the 4th time in 3 mos.) and they call me to say I need over $2000.00 dollars worth of work so I may want to talk to a Sales Counselor now to see what I could get for my car. I owned two toyotas previously. The last one I had for 13 years with 130,000 miles & no problems like Saturn. Saturn is not selling cars. They had considered eliminating the L-Series which is a line no better than the S Series. Saturn put too much emphasis on its advertising, one price schlick, and not enough is making a reliable car. The Sales Satisification was high, but not Reliability. GM, Ford, & Chrysler sales are down in 2003. Toyota and Honda sales are Up. Saturn tried.. it failed. See the light people. Res Ipsa Loquitor.
I own a 1997 SL2. I bought it used and before 1 month I had it in the shop because it was burning oil. (surprised?) The extended warranty that I purchased would not cover the repair because it was a "design flaw". My car was at the dealership for a week and nothing was accomplished. When I bought the car my salesman insisted that I would have better peace of mind if I purchased the warranty, I fell for the sales pitch. I was told the warranty would not be in force for 30 days and to bring the car back to have it repaired. then surprise the would not cover the repair. I wanted my money back for the warranty and was told that since I waited 30 days I could only get 67% of the purchase price refunded. I wonder if someone is getting a kickback?
Now the fuel filter has to be replaced. (surprised?)
I was so proud when I bought my car, now I just feel stupid. I will never buy or recommend anyone buy a Saturn. How sad.
We bought a used 97 SL2 Saturn and have had very little problems. We did have a fuel pump recalled and Saturn fixed it. In fact, we don't have a Saturn dealer in our town, and had no time to get to a dealer before the recall warranty was up, so Saturn drove 2 hours to get my car, took it, fixed it and brought it back to me all in the same day. Now I call that customer service. Ours just turned 83000 miles and I still love it. The only thing is I wish it was bigger!!! It has no room for a family. By the time you put luggage, a car seat and a stroller, where does the family sit!!
I would buy another Saturn!!! They have great customer service!!
Laura (happy in Colorado)