Saturn Z recalls
There are 4 safety recalls on record for the Saturn Z, covering 138,162 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
Saturn Z recalls by model year
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Seats
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles, some front seat back recliner gear teeth may wear excessively through repeated use, which could cause the seat back to slip partially rearward when force is applied.
- Risk
- If this happens while the vehicle is being driven, it could cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the front seat recliner mechanisms. This is an expansion of a previous recall (99v045). Owner notification began january 31, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact saturn at 1‑800‑553‑6000, prompt 3.
Recall number 02V307000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages
- What is wrong
- Certain passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transaxles were assembled with an inadequate weld at the brake pedal pad to brake pedal actuator arm assembly. During braking, the brake pedal pad could separate from the brake pedal actuator arm.
- Risk
- If this were to occur, the driver's foot could become dislodged from the pedal resulting in a loss of brake system application and a vehicle crash could occur.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the brake pedal assembly. Owner notification began february 19, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact saturn at 1‑800‑553‑6000, prompt #3.
Recall number 02V060000 · Recall details
Electrical system: horn
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles were produced or serviced with a horn assembly which could fail. The horn could either become inoperable or activate without the driver pressing the horn button.
- Risk
- Under certain conditions, heat can build up within the assembly and an underhood fire could result.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the horn assembly.
Recall number 98V307000 · Recall details
Electrical system: ignition: switch
- What is wrong
- It is possible to remove the ignition key while the cylinder is in the run position. This does not comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 114, "theft protection."
- Risk
- The ignition key must be reinserted in the ignition cylinder to turn the engine off.
- Remedy
- Dealers will perform a functional check of the ignition cylinder and, if necessary, to have the vehicle's ignition cylinder re-coded. Owners can perform this functional check themselves if they so desire.
Recall number 97V055000 · Recall details
Questions about the Saturn Z recalls
How do I check if my Saturn Z has an open recall?
Enter your VIN in the VIN decoder on this page to see the recalls for your exact model and year, then confirm with any dealer of the brand or the manufacturer, who can tell you whether the repair was already done on your car.
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 Saturn Z have?
4, covering seats, service brakes, hydraulic and electrical system.
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