2001 saturn sl2 sedan timing chain failure. It is currently at an automotive repair shop, so I do not have the VIN handy (but if you need it, contact me). They do not want to replace the timing chain because they say they have had experiences where they do this and it fails again in a few months. They say they do not want to look for another engine because it would have the same problem. I specifically bought the saturn because it had a timing chain instead of a timing belt (because I owned a fiat on which the timing belt broke and I never wanted to go through that again). Yet, here I have the same problem with a timing chain. I have heard that there is a lubrication issue with the timing chain that causes it to fail. I hope this can be investigated. Saturn made a big deal of their "300,000 miles club" and how robust and long-lasting their cars were, and now this. To make things worse, our family has two 2001 saturn sl2 sedans!
The worst 2001 Saturn S-Series Sedan problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Engine2
- Transmission1
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- Engine2
- Transmission1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2001 Saturn S-Series Sedan 7
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- General motors: information provided by bulletin for all 2012 and prior general motor trucks and passenger...
- Information regarding sunroof service procedures and serviceable sunroof components
- Information regarding new procedure for sunroof actuator to module timing
- Subject regarding seat belt latch falls to the floor or is difficult to retrieve when putting on seat belt
- Subject regarding sunroof service procedures and serviceable sunroof components
- Customers may comment that the inner mirror trim panel assembly on either the left or right side is loose...
- Some customers may comment that the valet key opens the rear compartment lid on vehicles built up to and...
What 2001 Saturn S-Series Sedan owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Brushing on my 2001 saturn broke while I was driving, leaving me stuck in 3rd gear. I have searched online, and found that is a very common problem, and saturn refuses to sell the defective part, opting to charge their customers over $200 for a $0.30 part.
Dt*: the contact stated while attempting to remove the harness buckle assembly that latches between the child's legs, the harness buckle would not unlock. After several attempts, the buckle assembly strap was cut in order to free the child. The manufacturer was not alerted. The seat is an evenflo model # 3252245p1, date of manufacture is march 15, 2005.
Check engine light on diagnosed codes found 34 1,300 and 507 vvb present. Diagnosed further found intake manifold gasket leak. Replaced take manifold gasket. Did a goodwill split on cost. On march 14 2005 the same problem came up had to replace manifold gasket. The repair this time had to pay $100 for repair. Saturn paid for the rest of the repairs. I feel I should be reimbursed in full for both repairs, and there should be a recall on the 2001 saturn sli
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Questions about the 2001 Saturn S-Series Sedan
Is the 2001 Saturn S-Series Sedan reliable?
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2001 Saturn S-Series Sedan, close to a typical S-Series Sedan model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2001 Saturn S-Series Sedan?
Engine and cooling, with 2 complaints. Next is transmission (1).
How many recalls does the 2001 Saturn S-Series Sedan have?
No recalls on record.
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