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2000 Saturn LS fuel system problems

10 complaints (3% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 126,000.

owner complaints
10
of this car's complaints
3%
typical mileage
126,000
crashes
0
recalls
2

Which part fails

  • Storage: tank assembly
    3
  • Fuel injection system
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Saturn LS fuel system problems in other years

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Related recalls

Fuel system, gasoline: storageReported December 2, 1999 · 36,848 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Fuel tank assemblies in these vehicles have an over pressure relief (opr) valve that can become stuck open in a frontal collision. If the vehicle rolls over, fuel spillage could occur.
Risk
If an ignition source is present, a fire could result.
Remedy
Dealers will permanently seal the outlet port of the opr valve.

Recall number 99V345000 · Recall details

Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assemblyReported July 26, 1999 · 1,300 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles do not comply with requirements of fmvss no. 301, "fuel system integrity." these vehicles may have been produced with an inoperative valve within the fuel tank assembly.
Risk
If a vehicle with an inoperative valve were involved in a rollover, fuel spillage could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the vehicles to ensure that the fuel tank assembly valve is operating as intended. They will replace the fuel tank assembly if necessary.

Recall number 99V197000 · Recall details

What 2000 Saturn LS owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed May 15, 2014 · Brakes, Fuel system · 138,000 miles · CA

My car drives like its coughing and sometimes it cuts off on me, and my brake lights work sometime, I have had people honk to tell me my lights not working then they will pop on when they get ready.

Filed Jun 21, 2010 · Airbags, Body · 197,000 miles · SC

4 cylinder shot, engine shot.this 2000 ls2 v-6 had the whole 100,000 mile maintenance done, timing chain bla bla bla.electric windows,4 ways hazards, turn signals,engine,A/C-heater,blower motor,handles broke-interior only,car ran good when it ran but when it stopped it always costs money.

Filed Jun 8, 2010 · Electrical, Fuel system · GA

I drive a 2000 saturn ls and for the past 6 months my service light comes on periodically and the AC/hear/defrost will not work. There has been a new sensor system placed in the car and I have flushed and used the fuel injection system and changed from using regular to mid grade gasoline and I am still having the same problem. The dealership (was saturn is now road show auto) has tried everything to correct the problem but the problem still remains.

Filed Oct 27, 2008 · Fuel system · FL

Repeated failure of the starting of my car, 2000 saturn ls2. Passlock security system is the problem. For no reason at all, the security feature triggers and de-activates the fuel pump for 10 minutes. Has been happening for the past two years, multiple times a month. My car has been "dead" in the driveway now for two days as the security feature will not de-activate. Only way to fix is for a dealership to repair, but not a guaranteed fix. Cost anywhere from $300 to $500 to fix. Numerous blog sites contain same complaint from lots of gm owners. If anyone is put into an emergency situation and the passlock security feature fails, that person is stuck for 10 minutes or more. There is no fix to be found. Gm needs to recall and fix the problem! Visit this forum site for numerous complaints about the same thing I'm mentioning above: http://www.topix.com/forum/autos/chevrolet-impala/t30r7cej84ktjel1m.

Filed Jul 31, 2008 · Airbags, Electrical · 93,000 miles · MD

My 2000 saturn ls1 completely shut down while driving, and never started again. It will cost $2500 for a used motor and installation, plus $175 for the tow and the diagnostics; and now I'm enduring significant transportation challenges without a vehicle.

Filed Feb 7, 2008 · Electrical, Fuel system · 126,000 miles · AL

I own a 2000 saturn ls2. There have been 2 recalls on the "l" series vehicles. Although my model is considered the ls series, I have experienced the exact same symptoms with my vehicle as described with the l series recall. The most recent was the replacement of all four of the oxygen sensors in my vehicle which I believe to be the same problem as described with the l series vehicle and attributed to the saturn part known as the ignition control module. Over a period of about 2 months I noticed: 1. A deterioration in idle quality 2. A reduction in overall engine power 3. The engine was hard to start these are exactly the same problems experienced with the icm recall on the "l" series. I had to replace, at my own expense, all 4 of the oxygen sensors for this vehicle. After contacting saturn, they insisted, based on my VIN #, that my car was not included in this recall. It seems rather coincidental that I have experienced the exact same symptoms as 2 recalls on the same model year car from the same manufacturer. It is my belief that the recalls should be extended to cover the ls series vehicles as well.

Filed Jan 16, 2007 · Engine, Fuel system · 122,216 miles · NC

Tl* - the contact stated that on december 10, 2006 when he went to get his 2000 saturn ls 122216 inspected the vehicle failed the inspection due to the fuel system gasoline; storage tank assembly leak. The contact paid for the repairs. The contact stated that his car was experiencing the same problems as campaign number 99v197. The contact requests to get reimbursed for the repairs because of denied reimbursement from the manufacturer. *nm updated 2/22/2007 - coolant was also found to be leaking

Filed Mar 2, 2005 · Fuel system · 54,000 miles · SC

Driver noticed that while the vehicle was parked a liquid was leaking from underneath the vehicle. Driver took to the dealer for information, and mechanic determined that the fuel tank needed to be replaced due to mold. *ak and the service engine soon light was on.

Filed Apr 9, 2004 · Fuel system · KY

While driving 80 MPH vehicle stalled. Consumer was unable to restart vehicle. Consumer had vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the air sensor needed to be replaced. *ak please fill in additional information.

Filed Jul 3, 2002 · Body, Brakes · NV

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.

Questions about the 2000 Saturn LS fuel system

Does the 2000 Saturn LS have fuel system problems?

Owners have filed 10 complaints about the fuel system of the 2000 Saturn LS, 3% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2000 Saturn LS fuel system problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 126,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2000 Saturn LS fuel system?

Yes, 2 recalls: 99V345000, 99V197000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Saturn LS have the most fuel system problems?

The Saturn LS model years with the most fuel system complaints are 2002 (45 complaints), 2001 (24 complaints) and 2000 (10 complaints).

Other 2000 Saturn LS problems

Engine 150Electrical 63Lights 63Steering 35Body 28Suspension 28Brakes 25Transmission 25Tires 20Visibility 14Acceleration 10Airbags 8Seats 7Seat belts 5Locks 3Wheels 3

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