In a little over three years we have had to replace the alternator three times.now this will be the fourth.it has been replaced twice under warranties. It is still under warr.,but should I need to keep replacing it? Any infomation you have would help me out. Thanks,gerald franklin.
1994 Saturn SL electrical complaints
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Automatic shoulder belt doesn't work and the seat belt won't come across the consumer's chest. Also, there is a leak coming from the sun roof, there is a problem with the doors, and the battery die out.
Since purchasing the vehicle new in 1996, consumer had to purchase 3 batteries and 2 alternators. Both only lasted approximately 12 to 15 months. Saturn mechanic in florida stated that the battery and alternator are built too close together. Dealer and manufacturer have been notified.
Alternator is defective. It has been replaced, and problem still exists. Dealer cannot duplicate the problem.
After stopping for a traffic light, vehicle lost power due to alternator malfunctioning.
Lighter fell out of socket, the vehicle hesitates when accelerating from a stop, the vehicle shifts hard into gear and has no reverse gear the dealer removed anf reconditioned the transmission, the seatbelt pulled back while the door was oped and the seatbelt failed to properly restrain the driver during an accident causing him to hit the steering wheel, the brake pedal feels low dealer resurfaced the front brake rotors, the brakes also make noise, the emergency parking brake does not prevent the vehicle from being moved, horn failed.
During vehicle operation the vehicle stalls without warning. This has been a continuous problem and the dealer is unable to find the problem or solution.
Alternator/generator failed.
Doors and ignition switch can be started with a pair of scissors.
Vehicle will stall at any speed while driving, stop and waiting and restart.
When coming to stop sign and light vehicle stalls out. Tt
Stalls on the highway without warning. Tt
Engine often dies early in the morning. Tt
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