1998 Saturn SW problems

Filed Apr 15, 2007 · Suspension · WV

Experiencing a rattle or click noise from the rear of vehicle when turning at slow speeds and/or driving over uneven surfaces.

Filed Sep 14, 2005 · Seat belts · IL

Dt: 1998 saturn sw2. The consumer stated the driver's side seat belt broke while the vehicle was in use. The latch came loose. She has spoken with saturn, they told her to take it in to be inspected. On the way to the dealership they were pulled over for not wearing a seat belt. Therefore, the vehicle has not yet made it to the dealership. Saturn stated there was a service bulletin for this problem, and the consumer will have to pay for it. This vehicle has never been in any kind of accident. The safety belt was still not working. They were going to take the vehicle to the dealership next tuesday.

Filed Feb 9, 2005 · Engine · 50,000 miles · MA

While driving 10 MPH engine stalled. The dealer stated that the engine bearing wore out completely on one side. As a result, the engine needed to be replaced.

Filed Jun 30, 2004 · Brakes · 110,000 miles · CA

Brake failure. On sr88 southbound to liberty rd. 19'98 saturn sw2, 110000 miles. Condition excellent. Coming to liberty rd at about 55 MPH slowng for rt turn..brake pedal went to the floor. Zero braking effect. Luckily pulled ahead to a wide, safe shoulder. Called aaa for tow,,meantwhile pumped pedal for half hour when got slsight response from pedal which finally about 45 minutes later gave full pedal. Cancelled tow. Went into lodi, ca about 15 more miles safely. Saturn dealer states that nothing could be found wrong with the system. Mechanic states that if the parking brake were engaged even slightly the rear drums would overheat and cause the brake fluid to get so hot that bubbles would form in it thus no brakes. No leaks were found anywhere in the system. Master cylinder ok .all brake pistons ok.brakes are ok as of this date. (6-30-04). Date of incident was 6-20-04..time/date of dealers report: 21 june 04 at 0839pdt. Service order 76755 primary tech. 004.

Filed Apr 29, 2004 · Visibility · 125,000 miles · MA

There is a crack in the front windshield that begins were the rear view mirror is attached to the windshield. Consumer can not see trough front windshield. *ak windshield was inspected for cracks, none was found. In addition, crack reached to both left and right sides that spanned approximately 8 inches.

Filed Feb 11, 2004 · Acceleration · NY

Accelerator pedal hinge broke... Leaving the accelerator pedal hanging from the accelerator cable. Car is not driveable.

Filed Jan 30, 2004 · Engine · 131,000 miles · WI

Vehicle burns oil prematurely.

Filed Oct 22, 2003 · Engine · CA

While driving at any speed and without any prior warning vehicle stalled.

Filed Aug 21, 2002 · Fuel system · CA

Rpms do not always return to idle after removal of accelerator pressure. The rpms at random times, remain at 1800 to 2200 as indicated by the tachometer. The engine is also noisy when coming to a stop. Consumer has to shift from drive to neutral when coming to a stop, but rpms still race from 1000 RPM to 2200. Normal tachometer response is usually from 750 to 1000 rpms. Consumer is concerned this is putting wear and tear on transmission and brakes. On other occasions, the vehicle jumped backwards when consumer removed his foot from brake pedal.

Filed Apr 30, 2002 · Acceleration · FL

Whilr at a complete stop, vehicle will not return to correct idle position, it will stay at a high idle point. Contacted dealer, and the dealer can not locate the problem.*ak.