Well first my engine control monitor is sending a bunch of random off codes from ma's air sensor vol low to crankshaft sensor volume low to o2 sensors to transmission codes, my side airbag on driver side blue up out of no were my key fob stopped reading and now my car won't start I know all of a sudden it's sending off codes for camshaft sensor and o2 sensors I believe there should be a recall on the ECM it's a very expensive replacement that seems to be a common failure it's dangers and defective.my car locked up in middle of I busy intersection do to these codes and low voltage readings my name is [xxx] I live at [xxx] my #[xxx] accident date 10/17/2017 information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
2001 Saturn LS electrical problems
80 complaints (14% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 74,300. 2 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 80
- of this car's complaints
- 14%
- typical mileage
- 74,300
- crashes
- 2
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Ignition: module5
- Ignition5
- Instrument cluster/panel4
- Ignition: switch4
- Horn4
- Wiring: interior/under dash3
- Wiring: fuses and circuit breakers3
- Wiring: front underhood3
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Saturn LS electrical problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2001 Saturn LS electrical
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Electrical system: ignition: module
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2.2l l4 (l61) engines, a failure of the ignition control module may cause deterioration in idle quality, reduction in overall engine power, and the vehicle may be hard to start. Continued operation of the vehicle after such an ignition module failure will result in the "service engine soon" light flashing, and may lead to secondary failures of the catalytic converter, oxygen sensor, and exhaust resonator.
- Risk
- Failure of the resonator will cause increased exhaust noise. Prolonged operation of the vehicle following a resonator failure may lead to a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will (1) replace the ignition control module, (2) replace the ignition control module and spark plugs, or (3) replace the ignition control module, spark plugs, and update the powertrain control module calibration. Owner notification began on august 4, 2003. Owners should contact saturn at 1‑800‑553‑6000, prompt 3.
Recall number 03V231000 · Recall details
Related investigations
Inoperative tail lamps
General motors has decided that a safety related defect exists on certain model saturn sedans and wagons.the plastic housing in the rear tail lamp assembly can become distorted if the brake lamps remain on for an extended time.this can cause (1) an intermittently inoperative brake/tail lamp bulb or (2) a short circuit that opens a fuse causing inoperative brake or tail lamps (including the center high-mounted stop lamp).gm will conduct a safety recall on an expanded scope of saturn vehicles to install a reinforcing socket adapter (and corresponding nw socket) to the back of the existing lamp assembly.general motors will recall 291,652 my 2000-2002 saturn ls sedans and my 2000-2004 saturn lw wagons.the recall is identified by the federal safety agency number 05v‑245.
PE05010
Inoperative tail lamps
On january 25, 2005, a safety defect petition was received by the office of defects investigation (odi), requesting an investigation of inoperative tail lamps on my 2000-2002 saturn l-series vehicles.the petitioner alleges a defect in the design and assembly of the tail lamp assembly circuit board and light socket contact.the petitioner identified 47 vehicle owner questionnaire's (voq's) associated with the alleged defect, and odi concurs that 40 of those voq's satisfy the scope of this investigation.odi has found an additional 10 voq's related to the allegation.odi has granted the petition and opened a preliminary evaluation (pe05-010).
DP05001
What 2001 Saturn LS owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The saturn l series when filled with gasoline will stall causing imminent harm to the driver, passengers, and any other cars on the road. In addition, the dashboard at night is so dim that it cannot be seen by the driver. There are several electrical failures involving this vehicle.
Ignition problems with only 88,000 milesdoes my car fit the gm recall.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 saturn l100 (na). The contact stated that the ignition was stuck in the accessory mode and would not shift to the locked position. The contact stated that the key could be removed from the ignition, but the accessory mode was still engaged. As a result, the doors on the vehicle could not be locked. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 92,000. ...updated 08/15/16 *bf the consumer stated she was able to remove the key from the ignition, while the vehicle was in motion. Updated 08/17/16.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 saturn ls. The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH, the ignition key disengaged from the ignition switch without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that the ignition needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 147,000.
My daughter [xxx] was the passenger and [xxx] was driver. The kids went for drive and were found the next early morning around 6am. The car was so burned and destroyed the kids could not be identified, and all who were there questioned the straight tire tracks without any correction or over correction in the steering of tire tracks, no braking in the county road tracks, and with fracture and damage of the skull area we later were told that the air bags never deployed! The tracks were approx 150 yrds long and went at an angle of perfection gradually pointing towards a ravine that would end both of the kids lives. We sent a forensic specialist to look at car 2 months later and was told to save our money on full report because the specialist said the car was so destroyed he couldn't make heads or tails as to a case against gm. With new evidence on gm there is no doubt to anyone at crash site as to what happened! The ignition switch testimonials we have seen and read by survivors spell out what happened in the 01car saturn that day that claimed my daughter [xxx] life. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 saturn ls. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH the cruise control independently engaged and the contact noticed smoke coming from the steering column. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to his residence; however, the following day when the contact started the vehicle, the windshield wipers independently engaged. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for a diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 150,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 saturn ls200. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, smoke started to emit from the ignition switch. The switch then burst into flames. The contact was able to exit the vehicle without injury. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was diagnosed that the ignition control module and spark plugs needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The approximate failure and current mileage was 221,744.
I am the second owner of this vehicle. There have been numerous recall issues associated with this vehicle, most of these issues are safety related. This auto is my sole means of transport. I have a 2 month old grandson who lives with me, and I have no clue if any of these recall issues have been rectified, aside from the "brake lamps adapter" which has not been fixed. I have no brake lights except for the roofline anti-collision lamps. Repeated attempts to get a hard copy of recall items as being fixed, have been met with no response. I spoke to a gm rep, who told me the issues were over 10 years and to file a suit in small claims court. I have no money to do the work ordered by the fed, via the federal safety agency. The taillamps are damaged beyond repair (as the insert was not installed in this vehicle) the airbags, have either two times the "generant" or no generant at all. I replaced the original ignition coil, out of pocket $165.00. I do not understand how gm can be allowed to skirt/ignore recall issues, and this ongoing bs, is taking away time that could be better spent. God help someone at gm, if I am involved in an accident and my grandson is in any way hurt, as a result of gm's "[xxx]" attitude. I am a disabled vietnam veteran (usarmy 101st abn dvn) and my patience is fast waning! I write to you in hopes of getting these issues resolved, or am I wasting my time, as I'm beginning to believe. A written response would be of some comfort, as I'll know that someone bothered to read my running diatribe. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr updated 9/25/2014
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 saturn lw300. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled without warning while driving at various speeds. The failure was experienced numerous times. The manufacturer advised the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number 14v047000 (air bags,electrical system). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 145,000 and the current mileage was 162,000.
Questions about the 2001 Saturn LS electrical
Does the 2001 Saturn LS have electrical problems?
Owners have filed 80 complaints about the electrical of the 2001 Saturn LS, 14% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2001 Saturn LS electrical problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 74,300 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2001 Saturn LS electrical?
Yes, 1 recall: 03V231000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Saturn LS have the most electrical problems?
The Saturn LS model years with the most electrical complaints are 2002 (102 complaints), 2001 (80 complaints) and 2000 (63 complaints).
Other 2001 Saturn LS problems
Engine 339Lights 52Transmission 30Steering 29Suspension 29Fuel system 24Brakes 22Airbags 16Acceleration 12Tires 11Seats 5Visibility 5Body 2Seat belts 2Locks 1
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