Tl* the contact owns a 1993 saturn sl. The contact stated that the electrical system failed. The contact stated that the failure was related to the federal safety agency campaign number: 93v132000 (electrical system) but did not confirm if the vehicle was included. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 160,000.
1993 Saturn SL electrical problems
18 complaints (10% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 65,000. 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 18
- of this car's complaints
- 10%
- typical mileage
- 65,000
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
- Alternator/generator/regulator6
- Wiring: front underhood4
- 12v/24v/48v battery4
- Ignition1
- Horn1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Saturn SL electrical problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1993 Saturn SL electrical
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
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
What 1993 Saturn SL owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 1993 saturn sl. The contact stated that the passenger side windshield wiper separated from the arm. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact also stated that the driver's seat, horn, ignition, and windows also failed. The vehicle was not repaired or diagnosed. The failure mileage was 60,000 and the current mileage was 172,727. Updated 09/15/14*lj updated 1/13/2014
While driving this vehicle, the motor would just stop and then would not start until it cooled off. Had to have it towed 6 times within 6 months. Have not been able to drive it since.
While applying the brake pedal it went to the floor. Consumer pumped the brakes, and the they malfunctioned. However, consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove it home. Vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection the next day. Mechanic determined that brake lines needed to be replaced. *ak it was later determined that the battery leaked acid on the brake line. The consumer believes the brake failure was due to the faulty design which located the battery over the brake lines.
Consistent problem with engine check light/ABS light, and battery light coming on and off. *ak the vehicle was taken to the dealer who indicated that nothing was wrong with the vehicle. After the consumer left the dealer all the dash lights illuminated and the vehicle shut down.
The alternator belt broke four times since ownership. On one occasion, the consumer was driving at 50 MPH and the belt broke, which caused the power steering to become inoperative, and almost resulting in an accident. Dealer and the manufacturer have been informed of the problem.*ak the serpentine belt fell off while driving, dealer replaced. *ts
Our vehicle caught on fire while we were on our way to vacation on highway 95. No warning was given. We were approached by another vehicle that the car was on fire. At this point we saw smoke coming from under the hood of the car, and immediately, the car was filled with smoke from under the dashboard of the car. Visibility in the car was almost impossibile. We tried to stop the car, but we had no brakes, nor any emergency brakes. We tried putting the car in park, but the gear shift had been melted down as well. We had to cut the car completely off and let it coast towards a ditch to stop it.we jumped out and ran over a ditch. The fire department was there within two minuets from another burning car. Everthing under the hood was melted. We were told by the firemen that under the car was also melted down.
Vehicle caught on fire while on way to airport. No warning was given . Consumer was flagged by another automobile that her vehicle was smoking. Then she stopped, got out, then almost immediately car exploded.
The problem I listed was the first time I had the alternator die, it then happened on 7/3/00 at apx. 10900 miles, and again on 10/7/01 at apx. 130,000 miles. Then on 12/27/01 the battery died on the car. I bought the car used and I am not sure if the alternator that was in it was the original or not. But I have replaced it every time with a rebuilt one. I also do not know what the seatbelts are called but they are automatic ones on the shoulder and manual for the lap in the front. If you have any questions feel free to contact me at my home and I will return your call on the next business day. Or you can e-mail me. Thank you for your time.
Car fire after car was off for 1.8 hours.
Questions about the 1993 Saturn SL electrical
Does the 1993 Saturn SL have electrical problems?
Owners have filed 18 complaints about the electrical of the 1993 Saturn SL, 10% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1993 Saturn SL electrical problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 65,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 1993 Saturn SL electrical?
Yes, 2 recalls: 93V132000, 93V094000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Saturn SL have the most electrical problems?
The Saturn SL model years with the most electrical complaints are 2002 (43 complaints), 1996 (39 complaints) and 1997 (31 complaints).
Other 1993 Saturn SL problems
Brakes 36Engine 31Transmission 26Seats 21Acceleration 19Seat belts 14Airbags 10Tires 9Body 7Visibility 5Fuel system 3Lights 2Locks 2Steering 1Suspension 1Wheels 1
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