Since car was bought problems with the electrical system. The car goes cuts off when it feels like it. Said it was a loose ground wire. They fixed it and not even two miles down the road it did it again. The if I would step on the brakes too hard the "service engine" light would go on. Usually the car computer would note a code if the service light would go on it didnt. Then a puff of smoke came from the stirring wheel and the dealership told me that it was from a piece of dust. No two months later the switch for the high beams would flash on and off and then it would stay on after you shut off the car. They turn on when they want when the car is off. We have also replaced the passenger airbag because the airbag started coming out of the dash board. The dashboard is also bubbling around the area where the airbag sits.
2000 Saturn LS electrical complaints
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When attempting to start vehicle would not start. The consumer would have to wait 10 minutes before the vehicle would start. The consumer took the vehicle to dealership for inspection, however, the mechanic could not duplicate the problem. *ak the modules in the engine and the remotes were changed but the problems continued to get worse. There was an extended crank at times which was intermittent, the security and wrench light would come on, the body control module caused the intermittent start, the pass lock was replaced due to the sensor(s), the bcm was replaced, the driver's side door would lock due to broken latch, and the ignition coil burned out.
Both tail lights had to be replaced due to an unknown failure. The right side was replaced by dealer last year at 40,392 miles, and the left side was done currently at 55,183 miles. *ak the brake switch and cruise failed, there would be an intermittent connection when the pedal was depressed, the tail lamp would become dim when the brakes were applied and inoperative when the headlight would come on and the high mount brake light was inoperative. *sc
2000 saturn ls1: since I have purchased this car brand new and taken it for regular maintenance I have had the following problems: several voluntary recalls, then I have had 3 actuator motors in my doors go bad (all different doors); cradle bush bearings needing replacement; front suspension linkages needing replacement; the car battery exploded; emission system malfunction. Everytime I gripe to saturn they are not willing to look into, I feel like there are numerous safety concerns that should be looked into in the 2000 ls series.
2000 saturn ls ignition lock cylinder has binded since I purchased the car in feb 2003. Occassionally the ignition would not turn and I could not turn off or start the car without a great deal of effort turning the steering wheel and continuously wiggling the ignition key. Today the key broke off in the ignition and I could not start the car. I am a system safety engineer working with the dept of defense. This is a safety hazard if the ignition system is not reliable to cut off the ignition or start the vehicle in an emergency.
Vehicle experienced a problem with the rear tail lights and brake lights assembly. Provide further details............................
Consumer's vehicle had the same problem as stated in recall 03v231000 concerning the engine. The dealer would not repair because the vehicle identification number was not included. *ak the engine cut off after 4 attempts and all lights lit up.*ts
Driving home I smelled an electrical burning smell. I then noticed smoke coming from the steering column. With the car off the smoke continued and the high beams were on. I drove to saturn and they found an internal short in the head lamp switch (p/n 22679804). At no time did any fuse blow to protect the circuit. I have the old part and can see evidence of burnt/melted wires. This is a fire hazard. 2000 saturn ls1 VIN [xxx]. *ak information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Defective catalytic converter found on 2000 saturn ls1.*mr the ignition coil was replaced *ts. The consumer stated the cigarette lighter was inoperative, the dealer replaced the fuse. The back door was not even with the body of the vehicle.
Parts for the ignition switch module will not be available until september, and the dealership is not scheduling appointments.
There is an internal short in the tail light housings that results in no brake lights when parking lights or headlights are on. Dealer told me that this is an occasional problem in this model but that saturn does not view this as a defect and it is owners responsibility. This is a potential safety hazard. A neighbor owns the same model car and has the same problem.
1. Car has 44,000 miles on it. Coolant system is leaking. Estimated $500 to fix it. Car is 2.5 yrs old. 2. When windshield washer is used, it shorts out and wiper system stops working completely. Dealer's service dept recommends $400 wiper motor replacement even though they can not replicate the issue. I went thru three fuses in one day. Very dangerous situation as it is winter and I live in new england
Back left brake light keep going out, had bulbs replaced several times. Contacted dealer. This was a result of an electrical system malfunction.
Consumer was unable to start vehicle. Contacted dealer. This was a result of an ignition switch failure.
Consumer states A/C experienced a funny smell, dealer found corobeal infestation in evap vents, A/C made loud noise when starting vehicle, there is a rumbling sound when recycle button is on and the fan is off, faulty ventilation is causing air to come from the bottom of the front passenger seat.
Vehicle has been repaired under warranty 5 times. .
Front brake rotors needed to be replaced at 37,929 miles because the inside edges were worn below specification and the brake shoes would not seat properly on the rotor. The edges could not be turned or resurfaced. There was no indication of metal grinding into the rotor. Also, all four tires were replaced for uneven wear. The rear brake retainer spring broke. The rear passenger window is inoperable. There is an electrical short in the console. Consumer also claims there is play in the steering. The power steering was replaced in september of 2001. There is still vibration and play being felt in the steering. There was a bent hub which was causing the vibration.
Vehicle will intermittenly start up. Contacted dealer, and dealer noted that a wire was not working properly. Please provide more information.
The windshield wiper arm and blades were defective.
My key was getting stuck in the ignition during initial start and stopping of the vehicle. The key would be hot to touch once you took the key out of the ignition when you shut off your car.
Engine check light would come on. Vehicle may or may not be able to start. Computer will not recalibrate itself. This causes motor to misfire. Mechanic would reset computer, but did not have a fixed remedy. Computer was defective.
Horn is located on the steering column. The danger is that when driving consumer would have to look away in order to touch the horn. Horn is located in the same area as the airbag.
Head lights are not adjusted properly causing poor visibility. Mjs
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