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1997 Saturn S-Series problems

The most common problem on the 1997 Saturn S-Series is tires. It has fewer complaints than a typical S-Series model year.

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Owner complaints
1
Recalls
0
Service bulletins
46
Worst area
Tires

The worst 1997 Saturn S-Series problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Tires
    1

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    1

Recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Technical service bulletins for the 1997 Saturn S-Series 46

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

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What 1997 Saturn S-Series owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed May 29, 2001 · Tires · NC · crash · 2 injuries

Pe00 020; consumer was traveling about 20mph on a highway slow because she heard a sound like a ticking noise. She was able to pull into a house driveway. Left driver's side tire tread separated from rim. Consumer was having medical problems. *ak tire is a firestone affinity touring ti, p185/65r15, 86tms, dot w2fpafa376, 2 people were injured in accident.

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Questions about the 1997 Saturn S-Series

Is the 1997 Saturn S-Series reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1997 Saturn S-Series, fewer than a typical S-Series model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1997 Saturn S-Series?

Tires, with 1 complaint.

How many recalls does the 1997 Saturn S-Series have?

No recalls on record.

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