1995 Saturn SL electrical problems

Filed Aug 15, 2008 · Electrical · 118,000 miles · CA

Tl*the contact's father owns a 1995 saturn sl2. The contact stated that after driving the vehicle and attempting to remove the key, the key would not go back to the lock position. The current and failure mileages were 118,000.

Filed Jul 30, 2004 · Electrical · TX

Problems with 1995 saturn sl1. *mr smoke had come from the driver's side dash immediately after starting the vehicle, the cable harness from the ignition switch module that connected to the key/lock assembly burned, the black wire had no insulation which burned off all the way to the grounding point at the firewall, the black wire was not connected to the chassis and also burned off. (the ignition switch failed and shorted the battery and the black wire/chassis) *sc

Filed May 11, 2004 · Electrical · MO · fire

While driving 60 MPH driver noticed that smoke was coming from the hood. The driver was able to pull over to a gas station. Opened the hood, and vehicle caught on fire. *ak while driving at 60 MPH, consumer noticed an orange glare from the sunroof. It was found that the electrical wires in the front passenger side were not insulated.

Filed Apr 6, 2004 · Electrical · AZ

The owner states that,' the gearshift can engage without the key being in the ignition switch.' this caused the gearshift to fail. The consumer has made contact with the dealer.

Filed Sep 16, 2002 · Electrical, Engine · 75,000 miles · NJ

While driving instrument panel light kept going on and off.had vehicle serviced. Engine cracked and oil leaked into radiator. Had problem fixed. However, problem reoccurred.*ak

Filed Nov 4, 2001 · Electrical, Suspension · FL

Actual part a small bushing connecting the shifter (1-5) to clutch cable broke off with out any warning having spoken to a number of saturn dealers this seems to be a common occurrence on further investigation I discovered similar recalls on 1996 and 97 many people might not even beaware of what the real problem was unless they removed the console like I did. Saturn claims it is the suppliers fault and that I have to an entire two cable packaged assembly in order to replace the connector total cost $350-$400 dollars I believe the consumer is being put at deliberate risk for there profits.

Filed Sep 25, 2001 · Electrical, Engine · CA

The poorly screwed transmission filter contributed to premature failure of the transmission.

Filed Aug 15, 2000 · Electrical, Engine · NY · fire

While driving at about 60 MPH heard a rattle. As consumer was pulling over, heard a thump. Piston went through the engine block. Consumer opened hood and the engine was on fire. Took vehicle to dealer, and they were not very helpful. Another mechanic said he saw four or five different saturns that had same problem within a month.

Filed Aug 7, 2000 · Body, Electrical · NY

When attempting to start vehicle it would not start. All electrical doors locked in positions, occupant could not exit vehicle/doors could not be manually opened. Consumer has contacted dealer in reference to other problem. Please provide any further details.

Filed Jul 5, 2000 · Electrical · MI · fire

While driving on highway all of sudden heard a bang and vehicle lost power. Pulled over. Black smoke was coming out from under the hood. Contacted dealer. Although exact cause was undetermined, fire dept believes that it was electrical, and maintenance related. *ak