Saturn LS years to avoid
No model year of the Saturn LS stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best Saturn LS years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
Saturn LS complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Saturn LS problems
All model years combined.
- Engine731
- Electrical245
- Lights189
- Transmission81
- Fuel system79
- Steering77
- Suspension75
- Brakes62
- Tires43
- Body40
- Airbags30
- Acceleration30
Most reported problems on the Saturn LS
Stalling 181Loss of power 108Engine failure 97Headlights 93Won't start 75Fuel smell 35
Saturn LS problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 95 | 1 | Lights | 0 | 0 | ||
| 2002 | 74 | 493 | Engine | 75,755 | 3 | 12 | |
| 2001 | 63 | 582 | Engine | 80,000 | 7 | 14 | |
| 2000 | - | 382 | Engine | 77,000 | 6 | 10 |
Recalls 12
Questions about the Saturn LS
What years of the Saturn LS should you avoid?
No single model year of the Saturn LS has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used Saturn LS?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Saturn LS?
Engine, with 731 complaints across all years, followed by electrical (245) and lights (189).
How many recalls does the Saturn LS have?
12 recalls between 2000 and 2004. The 2001 model year has the most, with 7.
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