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1997 Saturn SC1 recalls

There are 3 safety recalls on record for the 1997 Saturn SC1, covering 67,577 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Seat belts: front: retractorReported September 22, 1997 · 26,135 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. If the driver or front passenger safety belt is pulled out much faster than normal, a number of time, the lock-up feature of the retractor will not work properly.
Risk
In a rapid deceleration or vehicle crash, the occupant would not be properly restrained increasing the risk of personal injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger safety belt retractor.

Recall number 97V161000 · Recall details

Exterior lighting: headlightsReported September 22, 1997 · 37,970 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The section of the owner's handbook titled "horizontal aim" does not specifically instruct an owner how to adjust the headlamp horizontal aim. This does not comply with requirements of fmvss no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Risk
A vehicle's headlamp would not be properly adjusted causing visibility problems to oncoming vehicles.
Remedy
Owners are being provided with a label with the correct information on headlamp horizontal aim to be placed over the existing text in the owner's handbook. If an owner desires, their dealer can place the sticker in the owner's handbook for them.

Recall number 97V162000 · Recall details

SeatsReported August 23, 1996 · 3,472 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The front passenger seats have less lock pawl engagement on the inboard fore/aft adjuster than specified. This does not comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 207, "seating systems."
Risk
This condition could result in seat movement with a belted occupant during a moderate to severe frontal impact.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the passenger seat inboard fore/aft adjuster.

Recall number 96V153000 · Recall details

Questions about the 1997 Saturn SC1 recalls

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Do I have to pay for a recall repair?

No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.

How many recalls does the 1997 Saturn SC1 have?

3, covering seat belts, exterior lighting and seats.

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