While driving 50 MPH vehicle stalled. Driver tried to restart the vehicle and was not able to do so. Vehicle was towed to a garage for inspection, and mechanic inspected the vehicle and determined that the transmission needed to be replaced.
2001 Saturn SL: engine stalls while driving
5 of the 111 complaints about the 2001 Saturn SL describe engine stalls while driving.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 5%
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 46 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
Engine stalls while driving by model year
What owners say
While driving 55 MPH, the check engine light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. The vehicle stalled. The driver was unable to restart. The driver had the vehicle towed to a mechanic the mechanic reset the computer system. *ak the consumer discovered there was a recall on certain 2000-2003 l-series saturns regarding the ignition control module, so the consumer contacted the manufacturer and was told the problem was not widespread. The consumer believed the problem he experienced with his car was stated in the recall.
The vehicle shut down while driving and check engine light illuminated on the dash
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
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
Service bulletins that may apply
- This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake...
- This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil...
- This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
- This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist...
- This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure...
- This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for...
- This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in...
- This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves,...
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 2001 Saturn SL stalling
Is engine stalls while driving a common problem on the 2001 Saturn SL?
5 of 111 owner complaints about the 2001 Saturn SL (5%) mention engine stalls while driving. The model year with the most reports is 2002.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2001 Saturn SL?
There are 0 recalls and 46 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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