1993 saturn sc2 front seat back recliner mechanism failed causing seat back to recline suddenly and almost injuring passenger in the car. Seat will no longer stay forward which results in seat going back a soon as you press gas pedal.
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Recalls 2
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
- What is wrong
- The generator electrical wiring is not protected against excessive current flow which may be caused by an electrical short circuit in the generator.
- Risk
- Should an electrical short circuit occur in thegenerator, the generator wiring harness would experience excessive current flow.under certain conditions, enough heat could be generated to ignite surroundingmaterials. If this occurs, an underhood fire could result with or without theengine running and without prior warning.
- Remedy
- The generator wiring harness will be replaced with one that will open as a fuse would under certain excessive current flow conditions.
Recall number 93V132000 · Recall details
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables
- What is wrong
- The positive battery cable terminal at the starter solenoid may be formed incorrectly. Incorrectly formed terminals can contact the starter solenoid housing and cause an electric short circuit.
- Risk
- An electrical short circuit between the battery cable andthe starter housing can result in an underhood fire.
- Remedy
- Inspect and, if necessary, adjust the clearance between the positive battery cable terminal so that it does not contact the starter solenoid housing.
Recall number 93V094000 · Recall details
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Defect investigations
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
What 1993 Saturn SC1 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Driver's seat back recliner mechanism failed causing seat back to recline suddenly and loss of control of vehicle. Disassembly of the seat and inspection of the recliner mechanism revealed a design defect which makes sudden failure of this mechanism highly likely. For the recliner to hold the seat back in position, two internal operating levers must remain aligned in the same plane. These are held in alignment by a very thin metal plate (about 1mm thick). This plate was bent causing the internal operating levers to misalign and the seat back to collapse. Due to the thinness and lack of strength of the alignment plate, this failure is extremely likely. Your database shows at least two other similar failures in 1993 saturns. Also note the federal safety agency ordered a recall for this problem in 1994 saturns. The failed seat back recliner mechanism is available for inspection by the federal safety agency personnel. This is not a normal wear and tear issue, since this seems to be a common problem with other 1993 saturns.
Consumer was driving at approximately 25 MPH and suddenly the lights went dim and smoke began coming from the front of the vehicle. The service manager told consumer that there was a fire coming from the engine compartment, and the wire that connected to the alternator melted.
Consumer complained about multiple failures. The trunk failed to close on its own. While driving the trunk would open and would not close, and will not lock. Also, consumer applied the brakes and pedal went to the floor. The brakes grabbed slowly and caused loss of braking power. Consumer took vehicle to dealer for inspection. Cause had not been determined.
Due to plastic door skin (outer paneling ) opening the door in a low speed car accident in addition to passive seat belt falure (intermittently worked)I was ejected from car and left paralyzed. Automatic door locking was rejected by saturn due to cost leaving safety out of concern.
Vehicle was stopped when rear ended by vehicle traveling approx. 25 MPH. Seat back collapsed on driver's side to 45 degree angle.body shop unable to repair to original condition without replacement.
The hazard lights stopped flashing without any warning. Please describe further. *ph the turn signals were also inoperative.
Generator failed prematurely, causing vehicle to stall while driving. *ak the vehicle was not included in the recall. Recall# 93v132000 *scc the consumer stated the alternator failed three times.
The battery cable failed which caused the consumer to replace the battery every year. A recall was issued, however, this vehicle was not included in the recall. *ak the saturn dealer refused to fix the battery cable. Recall# 93v094000. *scc
The driver seat back did not stay up.
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Questions about the 1993 Saturn SC1
Is the 1993 Saturn SC1 reliable?
Owners have filed 58 complaints about the 1993 Saturn SC1, 2.3 times a typical SC1 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1993 Saturn SC1?
Brakes, with 12 complaints. Next is seats (12).
How many recalls does the 1993 Saturn SC1 have?
2 recalls, covering electrical system.
What year does the Saturn SC1 have bad brakes?
The Saturn SC1 model years with the most brakes complaints are 1993 (12 complaints), 1994 (10 complaints) and 1995 (10 complaints).
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