Saturn SC1 stalling problems

Filed Nov 5, 2003 · Electrical · 35 miles · AZ

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.

Filed Sep 16, 2003 · Engine · CA · crash · 1 injury

At 60-65 MPH driver heard a knocking sound. The noise level increased rapidly, then, engine stalled. Vehicle was in traveling lane on the highway, consumer exited vehicle, and ran to shoulder. Vehicle was rear ended by 5-6 different vehicles.*ak dealer stated engine seized due to no oil in reservoir, this caused a hole in the engine block. Consumer had oil change done 200 miles prior to this incident. Please provide dollar amount of damage to vehicle.

Filed Jun 3, 2003 · Engine · MD

Engine motor continuously shuts down while driving. Cause unknown.

Filed May 22, 2003 · Engine · 54,500 miles · MI

Intermittent stalling whenever vehicle comes to a stop or cruises along without foot pressing on the accelerator pedal. Vehicle was inspected on one occasion, and consumer was informed that the problem could not be duplicated.

Filed Mar 1, 2003 · Body, Electrical · 37,100 miles · OH

Vehicle has only 37,000 miles on it, engine is dead. Will cost over $3000 for new engine. This car has been in for numerous repairs, many problems, and most were never fixed. I approached the dealership in summer 2000 about going to arbitration re: having vehicle replaced, and they refused to provide the area representatively name and number. I got it anyway and filed a complaint. Dealer promised to rectify all issues, and repaired several problems, which have all recurred (and worse) since the warranty expired. Problems have included electrical, fuse malfunctions (windows, locks, cd player, sunroof), air conditioner leakage, engine stalling, engine overheating, trunk leaking, etc. Now engine has completely frozen. I have taken good care of this car, with regular maintenance and will never buy another gm product again.

Filed Jun 19, 2002 · Engine · MD

While driving 20 MPH there was a clunk type noise and without any indication vehicle stalled. Dealer noticed valve spring was broken. Manufacturer and dealer were contacted. *ak dealer found spring valve broke, causing the piston to hit the valve and bend the valve. Mechanic states that the problem was a result of a manufacturer defect. Saturn finally agreed to pay a portion of cost to install new engine.

Filed Apr 29, 2001 · Engine · PA

Egr valve caused my car to stall out without warning and often when I was turning and crossing over traffic. The computer never stored any codes and it was several attempts before the problem could be found. I contacted saturn because there was a technical service bulletin regarding this problem but my vehicle was over 3 years old but under 36,000 miles, but they refused to honor it under warranty. They claimed the technical service bulletin was no guarantee of service. I also experienced for the first time my car becoming "stuck" at a speed and the RPM surging. After the egr valved was replaced 8/13/1998, I didn't have this problem again until almost a year later. I was entering an interstate highway and my vehicle would not got over 30 miles per hour. The RPM's surge high. No service codes are stored. I have been to a goodyear garage for an overall and they were unable to find the problem. I have been to 2 transmission shops and they cannot find anything wrong. I have been to the engine shop that replaced my egr valve. They cannot find the problem. As long as the computer won't store codes they cannot find the problem. Now my vehicle is also sticking at around 35-40 MPH, but it won't slow down when I take my foot of the gas the RPM once again surges high past 4. The only way to stop is to hit the brakes. I contacted saturn but they said there isn't anything they can do if it doesn't store a code. This is a problem I have always had with my vehicle not storing codes. It was defective when it was sold to me. I have been through a lot of time and expense with both the egr valve and now this problem. It is dangerous and I am afraid what will happen if I can't get the vehicle under control especially if it happens at a higher speed. The nearest saturn dealer is 1 hour 10 minutes from me. Any garage should be able to locate the problem if the computer had ever worked correctly. Saturn said they would just be guessing with no codes.

Filed Jan 30, 2001 · Electrical, Engine · NY

Vehicle stalled on five occasions while driving. Been into dealer shop on two separate occasions, and unable to locate cause. *ak the problem was found to be as a faulty crank angle sensor and battery. Later on, the same vehicle was reparied for motor mounts and steering pump problem.

Filed Aug 18, 2000 · Transmission · IL

Transmissions does not go int0 reverse when engaged. Car stall for a few seconds, then gives a hard lunge forward when finally engaged

Filed Aug 18, 2000 · Acceleration · IL

When the vehicle was placed in reverse it began to stall when accelerator was pressed to move vehicle backwards. After vehicle stalled, it would jump forward on its on impact, and then reverse. Vehicle was taken to dealership, and held for a week. But problem has started to occur.