2003 Saturn L200 electrical problems

Filed May 20, 2018 · Electrical, Lights · 162,000 miles · NY

Brakelights have quit working twice. Also multiple electricle problems. On 1 occasion, ABS light was out, came on again with restart. Another time fuel gague showed empty, showed full on restart. Another time turned key and no elecric at all, unplugged battery and all was well.

Filed Aug 13, 2016 · Electrical · 179 miles · FL

Light flashing on dash board, climate control goes on and off ,oil light keep coming on and of. Everything that's electric like the sun roof. Am afraid of getting stuck in the middle of a high way. Please help me. [xxx]. I like to know if this car is on recall. Thank you. We are second owner information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Jan 13, 2016 · Electrical · 85,000 miles · CA

Three times in the past few years, while driving the vehicle's electrical system would shut off, leaving the passengers stranded. After awhile, the vehicle electrical system would because functional. Twice, the vehicle elcectrical system was checked, and no problems were found. Note: the last date and mileage noted below of the vehicle is approx.

Filed Jun 1, 2015 · Electrical · 133,500 miles · SC

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 saturn l200. The contact stated that the anti theft security system pass lock failed and caused the engine not to start and the odometer reading to increase. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 133,500.

Filed Mar 23, 2015 · Electrical, Lights · MO

Passlock security light stays on constantly, no problem with car start. Also passlock security light and interior dome light flicker simultaneously (in sync) when interior light in on position. Also odometer light bulb went out about two years ago as well.

Filed Jan 21, 2015 · Electrical · 60,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 saturn l200. While parked, the key failed to release from the ignition switch and an unknown warning indicator illuminated. After removing the key, the contact discovered that it was bent and the vehicle would not restart the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000.

Filed Oct 22, 2014 · Electrical, Lights · SC

I purchased a 2003 saturn l200 in january 2014. About 4 months later I noticed that the lights were flashing on and off in the car. The lights would dim and come back on. The wipers would stop working or sometimes they would just slow down. One evening I went to the store and when I returned to the car the headlights were still on I continued on home and as I started the vehicle the steering column started smoking. When I arrived back into the parking lot the headlights would not go off. I called the saturn dealership and also the saturn headquarters who both stated there are no opened recalls on the car. So I asked them if I could get a copy of the service repairs for the recalls done on the car. They said there are no such records but I have a printout of recalls for the vehicle. The federal safety agency reference #05v245000 for the break lights #03v231000 for the ignition module and #02v283000 for the windshield wipers. The problems I have experienced are the same problems as the recalls. They informed me that I should file a complaint with your organization and maybe you would initiate a recall on the vehicle. The lady at the dealership wanted me to bring it to her so they could take a look at it. But according to the articles I read on the ignition module if you continue to drive it in that condition it may cause a fire, so I did not want to do that.

Filed Sep 26, 2014 · Electrical, Fuel system · 68,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 saturn l200. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 15 MPH, the vehicle stalled and the key failed to turn in the ignition without warning. An independent mechanic went to diagnose the vehicle and replaced the ignition control switch. In addition, a strong odor of fuel emitted inside of the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 68,000.

Filed Aug 18, 2014 · Electrical, Steering · 75,670 miles · WA

My ignition switch froze while we were in line waiting for the ferry. We could not start our car, or get it out of park, or turn the wheel, or close the windows. We had to get it towed off the island to the nearest dealer ($423.76). We talked with saturn's ignition hotline and were told our car is not covered by the recall although the switch and its failure appear to be the same as recalled vehicles. We paid $735.80 to get a new switch installed (losing use of the vehicle for two weeks while the work was done). During the time the saturn was waiting for repairs on the dealer's lot, it rained hard and the interior of the car was soaked. I had requested that the windows (frozen open) be secured and had been assured they would be dealt with. The seat and floor mats were soaked. The seat control electronics shorted out and may have to be replaced. We'll also have to have the door panels pulled to see if there is hidden damage inside the doors. We would like our costs reimbursed. Even more important, we would like the recall extended to our model and any other gm cars with this defect. We are very fortunate our switch failed when the car was stopped in a safe place! Others have not been as fortunate.

Filed Apr 16, 2014 · Electrical · 140,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 saturn l200. The contact stated that it took many attempts to start the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.