2001 Saturn SL brakes problems

13 complaints (12% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 55,153. 1 crash reported.

owner complaints: 13
of this car's complaints: 12%
typical mileage: 55,153
crashes: 1
recalls: 0

Which part fails

Foundation components: master cylinder
3
Foundation components: disc: rotor
3
Foundation components
2
Foundation components: drum: drum
1
Foundation components: drum
1
Foundation components: disc: pads
1
Foundation components: disc: caliper
1
Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

Saturn SL brakes problems in other years

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2001 Saturn SL owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jul 26, 2014 · Brakes · 94,000 miles · PA

While accelerating from a light up to ~20mph there was the smell of brake fluid/rubber burning. When traffic slowed again brakes had no response even when press all the way to the floor. Car was stopped in time to avoid accident by application of emergency brake and placing the car in neutral. Pumping the brakes failed to regain pressure though after driving to the side of the road with ebrake and restarting car a hard pump of the brakes had some resistance. Further cautious driving and pressure rebuilt. After inspection at the shop no explanation for the event could be found.

Filed Jan 25, 2005 · Brakes · 76,885 miles · CA

The consumer stated the brake pads wear prematurely. The part has been replaced five times within one year. The cause has not been determined. Please provide additional information.

Filed Jun 10, 2004 · Brakes · 32,000 miles · MA · crash

Driving down a two house dead end street traveling about 20 miles per hour, when the drivers side rear wheel cilinder broke and all ability to stop was lost. After replacing the wheel cilinder, it was also realized that the passenger side brake line to the rear brake was missing several washers and then caused the brake line to leak. Two weeks later the master cilinder for the brakes also failed all before I ever hadto replace any of the brake pads or shoes.

Filed Jul 24, 2003 · Brakes, Transmission · 55,153 miles · PA

The vehicle brake rotor warp several times which caused vibration while braking. The dealer replaced the rotors. When the vehicle was moved from a stop the vehicle jerked forward. The vehicle also acts as if it want to stall when sitting idle. The dealer was unable to duplicate either concern. The radio light was inoperative therefore the dealer replaced the radio. *ak *cb

Filed Jun 13, 2003 · Brakes, Engine · 8,715 miles · PA

Defective brake rotors on 2001 saturn sl. *mr front brake pads and rotors had to be replaced 4 times. Intermittently vehicle bucked and stalled at idle. Dealer was unable to duplicate concern on road test. Radio light inoperative. Radio assembly replaced. *tt

Filed May 1, 2003 · Brakes · PA

Front brake rotors have had to be "turned" two or three times and vehicle only has 33k miles on it. Dealer is aware and has so far covered under warranty.

Filed Oct 23, 2002 · Brakes · TX

I have not even owned this vehicle for one full year and it has cost me $700.00 in less than 2 weeks. Dt

Filed Oct 23, 2002 · Brakes, Tires · TX

No summary. Dt

Filed Aug 5, 2002 · Brakes · LA

While driving at any speed vehicle shimmies. Took vehicle to dealer, and they stated that the brake drums needed changing. Please provide any further information.

Filed Jun 25, 2002 · Brakes · NC

Vehicle would vibrate severely when brakes are applied. Vehicle been to the dealer on four occasions, but problem reoccurring. Feel free to provide any further information.

Questions about the 2001 Saturn SL brakes

Does the 2001 Saturn SL have brakes problems?

Owners have filed 13 complaints about the brakes of the 2001 Saturn SL, 12% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2001 Saturn SL brakes problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 55,153 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2001 Saturn SL brakes?

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

What year does the Saturn SL have bad brakes?

The Saturn SL model years with the most brakes complaints are 1995 (56 complaints), 1994 (45 complaints) and 1996 (43 complaints).