We have had no accidents as of now, but the front seatbelts will not lock when braking hard.
The worst 1995 Saturn SC problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Seats14
- Airbags6
- Brakes5
- Acceleration4
- Engine3
Problems by type
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- Seats14
- Airbags6
- Brakes5
- Acceleration4
- Engine3
- Body2
- Electrical2
- Fuel system2
- Seat belts2
- Transmission2
- Visibility2
- Lights1
- Locks1
- Steering1
Recalls 2
Seats
- 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
Power train: clutch assembly: pedal/hand lever(motorcycle)
- What is wrong
- The automatic transaxle park lock cable assembly was improperly adjusted making it possible to shift from the "park" position with the ignition key removed, or remove the ignition key with the shift lever in a position other than "park." this does not meet the requirements of fmvss 114, "theft protection."
- Risk
- Consequence of non-compliance: unintended vehicle movement can occur which could result in an accident.
- Remedy
- Consumers are being asked to inspect the park lock cable. If it does not perform correctly, dealers will make the necessary adjustments.
Recall number 94V217000 · Recall details
See all 2 recalls for the 1995 Saturn SC
Defect investigations
Front seat back can recline or collapse
RQ00005
Cruise control failures
This investigation documented hte functional aberations that have occurred in the performance of the subject cruise control system.most of the malfunctions involved failure of the system to properly regulate vehicle speed when engaged, failure of the system to engage, or self-disengagement of the system. These problems were investigated and steps taken by the manufacturer to remedy their occurrences.service procedures were issued for vehicles in use, and a design modification made for new vehicles.no confirmed allegations of failure of the system to disengage upon command were identified.improved quality control procedures and design modificationsin the system were undertaken to ensure a more consistent level of system performance.the details of these findings and the resulting conclusions are contained inthe subject engineering analysis closing report.a safety-related defect trend was not identified at ehis time and further use of agency resources does not constitute a finding by the federal safety agency that a safety-related defect does not exist.the agency will take further action if warranted by the circumstances.
EA95003
Cruise control failure
There is no summary currently available
PE94079
Technical service bulletins for the 1995 Saturn SC 2
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
1995 Saturn SC fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.9L 4‑cyl | FWD | 21-24 | 31-36 | 25-28 |
What 1995 Saturn SC owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
My 95 saturn sc1 series parking brake lever button popped. After a period of time the lever stopped working.
Dt: the contact owns a 1995 saturn sc1 coupe. The contact says that the air bags did not deploy. Upon impact the driver's seat reclined. *ak updated 12/07/05.
First problem the car over heated. Wasn't told that there was a recall and was treated as if I made the whole thing up! They check the car & told me that everything check out okay. Didn't have any futher problem with it over heating. Then had a problem with the car stalling & even dying out while in traffic or driving! Pushed the car in for repairs after it finally died while I was on the road. Was told that I needed a new alternator & spark plugs. They proceeded as usual to treat this as a really odd thing to happen! I still have the same problem & when I took the car back to saturn I was then told that I have several problem with corrosion in the spark plug cables & other things. All this occured within a 2week period. Yeah right! Iam really disapointed with saturn treating individuals who bring in there car for repairs as of they are surprised that this is happening & not being honest like they claim they are!
Transmission problems, when hot, the car has trouble shifting into reverse. I have found this to be a very common problem. Here is one web page that has a few others comments about this issue. Http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/showthread.php3?s=6cd490757521aedf4fcea59be2a5c456&threadid=17198&goto=nextnewest I have called local transmission shops and most have said this is a common problem. If it really is common why isn't saturn doing a recall or some sort of compensation for these hefty repair fees?
While in motion, consumer heard the steering make a clicking noise which lead to diminished control of the steering. Soon after, all steering control was lost. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where consumer was informed the air bag system needed replacing and the steering system failed.
Front drivers' side seatback mechanism fails repeatedly. 5-speed car. Driver attempts to engage clutch and seatback collapses due to the pressure, sending driver back and momentarily loosing control of clutch and/or brake application. Build date and VIN outside of recall, but failure has occured and is verifiable.
Consumer states while driving his grandfather in the vehicle. When the consumer had a extended stopping distance. The seat belts in the vehicle did not lock. Dealer notified. Ts
The driver side seatback collasped while vehicle was being driven. Consumer states almost had a collision as a result. Please provide any further information. Ts
Consumer stated while driving, the driver and passenger seats shifted backward, affecting consumer's control of the vehicle. Mr
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Questions about the 1995 Saturn SC
Is the 1995 Saturn SC reliable?
Owners have filed 39 complaints about the 1995 Saturn SC, close to a typical SC model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1995 Saturn SC?
Seats, with 14 complaints. Next is airbags (6).
How many recalls does the 1995 Saturn SC have?
2 recalls, covering seats and power train.
Was there a recall on the 1995 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).
What gas mileage does the 1995 Saturn SC get?
Official estimates for the 1995 Saturn SC range from 25 to 28 mpg combined. The most efficient version (1.9L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 21-24 city and 31-36 highway.
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