1998 Saturn SL electrical problems

16 complaints (10% of all complaints for this car).

owner complaints: 16
of this car's complaints: 10%
crashes: 0
recalls: 0

Which part fails

Horn
3
Alternator/generator/regulator
3
Wiring: interior/under dash
2
12v/24v/48v battery
2
Wiring
1
Ignition: switch
1
Ignition: module
1
Ignition
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

0k-25k

25k-50k

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150k-175k

175k-200k

200k+

Saturn SL electrical problems in other years

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 1998 Saturn SL owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Apr 1, 2014 · Electrical · 210,000 miles · AZ

When turning off the car, the key gets stuck in the ignition switch between the run and off positions. When stuck the key cannot be turned or removed. The car cannot be started nor can the key be removed.

Filed Mar 8, 2011 · Electrical, Lights · 180,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 1998 saturn sl2 sedan. While driving approximately 45 MPH, the entire instrument panel and exterior lights began to flicker abnormally. The contact stated that the failure would occur intermittently. The contact reference the federal safety agency campaign id number: 09e012000 (exterior lighting) but his vehicle was not included in the recall. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing and the vehicle was repaired yet the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was awaiting further inspection of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 180,000.

Filed Feb 26, 2008 · Electrical · CA

I have noted the driver of this vehicle is exposed to unusual activity of radio frequencies (in the 120-140mhz range) and the are pulsing and variable electromagnetic fields in the area of the driver's body. I am concerned with health effects on continued exposures.

Filed Oct 8, 2003 · Electrical, Engine · AZ

While driving, the engine stalled. The dealer replaced the crankshaft senor and coolant temperature sensor, however the engine stalled again. *ak the power steering and ignition switch needed to be replaced. The gear did not shift properly, mainly in first gear.

Filed Jun 26, 2003 · Electrical · AK

Consumer called complaining about the ignition module and electrical system. Manufacturer was contacted, and stated that they have a recall out, but consumer's vehicle not included due to VIN.

Filed Nov 15, 2002 · Electrical · 66,000 miles · CO · fire

The vehicle caught fire while parked, possible electrical problems. Ts

Filed Jan 29, 2002 · Electrical, Transmission · TX

When accelerating transmission doesn't shift into gear. Also, battery is leaking fluid, deteriorating wire harness to transmission. Dealer stated problem will reoccur because wires do not have a protective covering.

Filed Apr 21, 2001 · Acceleration, Body · WI

Consumer states horn failed.

Filed Dec 21, 1999 · Electrical, Seats · NY

Consumer feels the horn button is very small and hard to locate, someone backed into him and had trouble finding the horn.

Filed Sep 8, 1999 · Electrical · CA

Battery.

Questions about the 1998 Saturn SL electrical

Does the 1998 Saturn SL have electrical problems?

Owners have filed 16 complaints about the electrical of the 1998 Saturn SL, 10% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1998 Saturn SL electrical problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1998 Saturn SL electrical?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

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).