1994 Saturn SC seats problems

21 complaints (42% of all complaints for this car). 2 crashes reported.

owner complaints: 21
of this car's complaints: 42%
crashes: 2
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Front assembly: recliner
17

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Saturn SC seats problems in other years

Related recalls

SeatsReported March 12, 1999 · 138,691 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Some front seat back recliner gear teeth may wear excessively through repeated use, and could cause the seat back to slip partially rearward when force is applied.
Risk: If this happens while the vehicle is being driven, it could cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front seat recliner mechanisms.

Recall number 99V045000 · Recall details

Related investigations

Front seat back can recline or collapseOpened February 16, 2000, closed August 19, 2000

RQ00005

Seat back failuresOpened July 31, 1998, closed March 16, 1999

In its letter dated march 5, 1999, general motors stated that it will recall 136,300 model year 1994 and 1995 saturn vehicle (all models) built between january 1994 and august 1994.during this period, saturn's seat supplier manufactured recliner assemblies which were out of design specification, allowing the front seat backs to recline or collapse inadvertently.to correct the problem, saturn dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat back recliner assemblies.see the federal safety agency's safety recall fill 99v‑045 for details.

EA98017

What 1994 Saturn SC owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Sep 6, 2002 · Seats · CA

Front seatback recliner is experiencing same defect as mentioned in recall 99 v 045 000. But this vehicle was not included in recall due to VIN.

Filed Apr 18, 2002 · Seats · GA

Consumer states that driver seat will recline while driving. Nlm

Filed Jan 14, 2000 · Seats · CA

Seatback collapsed throwing consumer into the rear seat. A recall has been issued on similar make/ model. However, this vehicle was not included due to VIN. Manufacturer has been notified. *ak

Filed Nov 29, 1999 · Airbags, Seats · CA · crash

While driving in the local area vehicle was rearended, and driver's seatback collapsed. Also, driver's side air bag didn't deploy. Contacted manufacturer and was not able to help because of expired warranty.

Filed Jul 26, 1999 · Seats · CA

The driver's seat fails to remain in an upright position if pressure is applied to it. The seat is not locked in to position & causes concentration problems when driving.

Filed Jun 23, 1999 · Seats · TN

While driving and if pressing the accelerator for more speed, seat back rest will collapse. This has happened more than 30 times, vehicle was taken to dealersiiip, and consumer was told that there was no problem.

Filed Jun 4, 1999 · Seats · CA

Both driver and passenger seatbacks abruptly slipped into the reclining position upon accelerating from a stop. (it was kind of funny when it was the passenger side first, not so funny when the driver's seat started to do it.) on 12/31/98, I paid over $300 to have both seats repaired. I told the saturn dealer that this seemed highly unusual and due to a faulty part. I was assured it was normal "wear and tear." now the same year (1994) saturns have been recalled, but my dealer said my car is not within the "VIN range." I think it is highly unlikely that this is a coincidence or due to normal wear and tear. I feel I am due a complete refund on the amount paid for the repair.

Filed May 19, 1999 · Seats · MI

Ea98017, seatback failure: the seatbacks on driver's and passenger's sides are broken. Driver's seat has reclined back several times while driving vehicle . Dealer is not aware of the problem.

Filed Feb 2, 1999 · Seat belts, Seats · MI

No summary listed for thos vehicle.

Filed Dec 22, 1998 · Seats · NV

While driving driver's and passenger's seat latch locking mechanism released, causing the seat to recline backwards. Please give any further details.

Questions about the 1994 Saturn SC seats

Does the 1994 Saturn SC have seats problems?

Owners have filed 21 complaints about the seats of the 1994 Saturn SC, 42% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.

At what mileage do 1994 Saturn SC seats problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1994 Saturn SC seats?

Yes, 1 recall: 99V045000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Saturn SC have bad seats?

The Saturn SC model years with the most seats complaints are 1994 (21 complaints) and 1995 (14 complaints).