1994 saturn sc2 with RPM surging, transmission repair. Customer states that when the RPM's surged the vehicle would accelerate on its own. Customer also states that the motor mount was loose, which made all mounts and brackets have to be replaced. *kb the consumer stated the radiator, catalytic converter, alternator, starter, battery first gear were all replaced.
The worst 1994 Saturn SC1 problems
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- Seats32
- Engine13
- Seat belts12
- Brakes10
- Acceleration7
- Electrical4
- Lights3
- Locks3
- Transmission3
- Visibility3
- Steering2
- Tires2
- Wheels2
- Airbags1
- Body1
Specific symptoms reported on the 1994 Saturn SC1
Recalls 1
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
See all 1 recalls for the 1994 Saturn SC1
Defect investigations
Front seat back can recline or collapse
RQ00005
Seat back failures
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
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 1994 Saturn SC1 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Daughter was driving home from work in 1994 saturn sc2 when right rear wheel snapped off. She lost control of the car and it rolled several times. Daughter was air lifted to united methodist hospital des moines ia. With brain concussion, facial cuts which required plastic surgery the night of the accident, partly collapsed lung, injured spleen, broken leg. Will require more plastic surgery. Insurance company has the car. The car was a total loss. Wheel definitely possible failure with the airbag and seat belt.
Passenger side passive shoulder seat belt retractor has failed. It no longer moves foward to allow easy access into the passenger seat. This results in passenger having to manually disengage the should belt and remember to re-engage it for safety. I consider this a serious problem when a basic safety system fails. I would like manufacturer to repair at no charge.
I feel this is a dangerous condition, which should be recalled before any one dies. The spring that returns the outside door handle to the "shut" position breaks. Then handle does not return to its' closed position. When this happens, the door will not latch or will not lock. Alternatively, if the door is locked and the outside handle is vibrated or lifted, the door cannot be unlocked. It is very possible to be trapped inside the car, which could be fatal in an accident, fire or crash.
1994 sc2 saturn. The seat belts have two parts, and the upper part moves when you open the door. The lap belt is separate and you latch this manually. The problem is the upper part has stopped working it will not move.
Engine motor continuously shuts down while driving. Cause unknown.
Driver's side seat belt will retract and tighten severely. This will result in the driver being trapped in the seat, and sustaining bruises.
Recliner mechanism on the driver side seat is not working properly. Mechanism does not hold in place, and when the consumer is driving, seat will fall back. Contacted dealer, and the dealer is not willing to do anything.
Driver's seat would intermittently recline by itself while drving. Dealer was notified. *ak the seat gear teeth are worn excessively.
Tread was good but came off tire. Ripped my front fender and part of my front bumper. *ak (tiresize: p195/60r15)
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Questions about the 1994 Saturn SC1
Is the 1994 Saturn SC1 reliable?
Owners have filed 82 complaints about the 1994 Saturn SC1, 3.3 times a typical SC1 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1994 Saturn SC1?
Seats, with 32 complaints. Next is engine (13).
How many recalls does the 1994 Saturn SC1 have?
1 recall, covering seats.
Was there a recall on the 1994 Saturn SC1 seats?
Yes, 1 recall: 99V045000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Saturn SC1 have bad seats?
The Saturn SC1 model years with the most seats complaints are 1994 (32 complaints), 1995 (17 complaints) and 1993 (12 complaints).
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