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2000 Saturn SL recalls

There are 7 safety recalls on record for the 2000 Saturn SL, covering 353,952 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assemblyReported October 12, 2000 · 6,092 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 301, "fuel system integrity." these vehicles were built with an inadequate vent valve weld on the top portion of the fuel tank.
Risk
Fuel spillage could occur during refueling or if the vehicle were involved in a rollover. If an ignition source were present, a fire could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the vehicle to ensure the fuel tank vent valve is properly welded. If necessary, dealers will replace the fuel tank assembly.

Recall number 00V309000 · Recall details

Power train: automatic transmission: park/neutral start interlock switchReported October 12, 2000 · 65,000 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles, equipped with automatic transaxles, fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 114, "theft protection." these vehicles were built with an improperly adjusted automatic transaxle park lock cable assembly. If improperly adjusted, it is possible to shift from the "park" position with the ignition key removed.
Risk
This condition increases the risk of a crash resulting from the unintended movement of parked vehicles.
Remedy
Saturn is asking owners and retailers to perform a functional check of the automatic transaxle park lock cable assembly operation, and if necessary, to have the cable adjusted. If owners are not comfortable performing the functional check themselves, they can have their dealer perform this inspection for them.

Recall number 00V310000 · Recall details

Structure: bodyReported October 27, 1999 · 7,505 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with a console armrest fail to comply with requirements of fmvss no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impacts." the armrests were produced with a latch that will not withstand the vertical force requirements of the standard.
Risk
In the event of a crash, the latch may open and the armrest or the contents of the console could injure an occupant.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the console armrest latch.

Recall number 99V297000 · Recall details

Seat belts: front: anchorageReported October 20, 1999 · 265,698 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles do not comply with requirements of fmvss no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages." some of the vehicles were produced with seat belt shoulder guide anchor bolts that were not adequately tightened at the center pillar and could fall out, making the seat belt inoperative.
Risk
In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect these vehicles for proper installation and torque of the seat belt shoulder guide anchor bolts.

Recall number 99V280000 · Recall details

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation componentsReported August 24, 1999 · 5,373 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles do not comply with requirements of fmvss no. 135, "passenger car brake systems." these vehicles were produced with brake pipe attachment nuts that may not be tightened to specifications.
Risk
If the brake pipe nuts are not properly tightened, brake fluid leakage could occur, increasing the brake's stopping distance.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the brake pipe nuts for leakage, verify they are tightened to specifications, and replace the brake pipes if needed.

Recall number 99V231000 · Recall details

Unknown or otherReported August 23, 1999 · 2,692 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles do not comply with requirements of fmvss no. 208, "occupant crash protection." some of these vehicles were manufactured with welds in the instrument panel carrier assembly that do not meet saturn quality standards.
Risk
A front seat occupant, particularly an unbelted occupant, may have an increased risk of injury in a frontal crash.
Remedy
Dealers will repair the vehicle's instrument panel carrier assembly.

Recall number 99V230000 · Recall details

Structure: body: bumpersReported August 23, 1999 · 1,592 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles do not comply with requirements of fmvss no. 581, "bumper standard." these vehicles were produced with rear bumper fasteners that may be loose or missing.
Risk
If the fasteners are loose or missing, the rear bumper may not absorb energy as it was designed to do in the event of a rear end collision.
Remedy
Dealers will verify that the rear bumper beam fasteners are present and properly tightened and, if missing, install new fasteners.

Recall number 99V232000 · Recall details

Questions about the 2000 Saturn SL recalls

How do I check if my 2000 Saturn SL has an open recall?

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Do I have to pay for a recall repair?

No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.

How many recalls does the 2000 Saturn SL have?

7, covering fuel system, gasoline, power train and structure.

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