The ignition cylinder in the steering column jammed for no apparent reason. It required the car to be towed to the dealership; the entire ignition cylinder/lock assembly had to be replaced. The mileage on the car was only 47,616 miles.
1999 Saturn SL electrical complaints
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Automatic transmission control module failed. There was a recall issued; however, this vehicle was outside of the remedy scope. *ak after three attempts to keep the "service engine light" from illuminating, the mechanic finally replaced the faulty ignition control module. Consumer felt the recall should go back a few more years. *ph
Consumer states while driving vehicle the ignition electrical system doesn't work properly, causing stalling engine. Also failure steering wheel and brakes. Dealer has been notified, any additional information please feels free to add on. Ts
Consumer stated vehicle would not start, it was determined that the battery was not holding its charge.
02 sensor failure, water pump, fuel pump, serpentine belt, fuse block - all parts defects within short span of time after their 36k warranty expired- atypical problems for car with this type of mileage. Manufacturer contacted and would not reveal parts manfucturer - "not legally obligated to tell the public." as this car was no longer under warranty, I was informed that saturn would not reimburse for defective parts but would document that I was unhappy with my saturn experience. Saturn not concerned about safety factors involved with repetitive parts failures. Offerred free oil change. Did not offer to have car brought in for inspection or extending some kind of warranty in order to study any problems for corrective action with this particular car or model.
Windshield wipers failed, alarm disabled, horn failure, and interior light failed, possible electrical problems.
Position of horn button is too low on the steering wheel and too small, making it difficult to find or use in an emergency situation. Manufacturer has improved the design in newer models, but not for older models.
Ignition switch cylinder failed causing difficulties when turning key which was replaced sept.3,99. Problem still exist.
Suspected electrical failure that causes vehicle to shut down completely (electrical and fuel systems).
Consumer was driving aproximately 35mph when the electrical system faliled, and the engine shut down. Second time, while driving, electrical system failed again, and engine shut down. Dealer could not find a problem, the third time this scenario happened the dealership towed vehicle ,and the diagnostics showed vehicle shutting down. But dealer could not duplicate the problem. David- mechanic at saturn of erving texas--972‑790‑7400.
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