Saturn SC1 recall history and complaint patterns
Comprehensive recall and complaint data for the Saturn SC1, sourced from official National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) records.
Last updated: (NHTSA data snapshot)
At a Glance
Stats focus on model years from 1960 onwards. Earlier years appear in the detailed table below where data exists.
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Key Takeaways
A quick scan of where recalls and complaints concentrate for the Saturn SC1, based on aggregated NHTSA counts and campaign metadata.
- Coverage spans model years 1991–2001 with 13 recall campaigns and 554 complaints in NHTSA data.
- Years with the most recall activity: 1997 (3), 2001 (2), and 2000 (2).
- Years with the most complaint volume: 1994 (102), 1997 (98), and 1993 (85).
- Top recall themes: Seats and restraints, Electrical, and Fuel and emissions.
- Most reported complaint areas (across all years): Seats:front assembly:recliner, Seats, Engine and engine cooling:engine.
- Complaints are not proof of a defect, but repeated themes can be useful signals when researching a used vehicle.
- Always check your specific VIN for open recalls (open recalls are VIN-specific and can change over time).
Recall Themes
Instead of listing long campaign narratives, this groups recall campaigns into a few recurring areas. Each theme links back to official notices as evidence.
Seats and restraints
3 campaigns · Years: 1994–1995, 1997These campaigns relate to seats, belts, airbags restraint integration, or child restraint anchoring components.
Electrical
2 campaigns · Years: 1991–1993These campaigns relate to wiring or electrical components that can cause warning lights, loss of function, or fire risk in some cases.
Fuel and emissions
1 campaign · Years: 2000–2001These campaigns relate to fuel delivery or emissions components where leaks or failures can raise safety risk.
- 00V309000 · Fuel system, gasoline: Tank assembly
Powertrain
1 campaign · Years: 2000–2001These campaigns relate to drivetrain or transmission components that can affect shifting, power delivery, or control.
- 00V310000 · Power train: Park/neutral start interlock switch
Visibility and lighting
1 campaign · Years: 1997These campaigns relate to lighting, glass, or visibility components (lamps, wipers, and related systems).
- 97V162000 · Exterior lighting: Headlights
Most Reported Issues
Across all model years, the most frequently reported areas for the Saturn SC1 in NHTSA complaint data are Seats:front assembly:recliner, Seats, Engine and engine cooling:engine.
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Year-by-Year Overview
Each row shows how often this model appears in NHTSA recalls and consumer complaints for a given model year. These are counts of campaigns and complaints, not risk predictions.
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 2 | 29 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Vehicle speed control, Tires:sidewall, Electrical system:ignition. |
| 2000 | 2 | 10 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Air bags:frontal, Electrical system:ignition, Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch. |
| 1999 | 0 | 30 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Seats, Seat belts:front:retractor, Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip. |
| 1998 | 0 | 58 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Engine and engine cooling:engine, Seat belts:front:retractor, Visibility:sun/moon roof assembly. |
| 1997 | 3 | 98 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Seat belts:front:retractor, Engine and engine cooling:engine, Power train:automatic transmission. |
| 1996 | 0 | 43 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Visibility:sun/moon roof assembly, Electrical system:horn, Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline. |
| 1995 | 1 | 73 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Seats:front assembly:recliner, Seats, Air bags:frontal. |
| 1994 | 1 | 102 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Seats:front assembly:recliner, Seats, Engine and engine cooling:engine. |
| 1993 | 2 | 85 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Seats, Seats:front assembly:recliner, Engine and engine cooling:engine. |
| 1992 | 1 | 18 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Seat belts, Seats:front assembly:recliner, Structure. |
| 1991 | 1 | 8 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Seat belts, Seats:front assembly:recliner, Steering:linkages:knuckle:spindle:arm. |
What to Do Next
- Check open recalls by VIN on the official NHTSA site (open recalls are VIN-specific).
- If buying used, ask for proof of recall remedy completion (dealer paperwork helps).
- If symptoms match common complaint themes, consider a mechanic inspection before purchase or long trips.
Recall Evidence by Year
A compact evidence view of recall campaigns that include this model. The default text is an original summary line, with official notice text available on demand.
Most common areas involved: Electrical system , Seats and Fuel system
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⚠️ Important Safety Information
Recall Explained provides independent analysis of official NHTSA data. This site does not replace the official NHTSA VIN lookup and should not be treated as legal or safety advice for your specific vehicle.
For any safety concerns: Always check your VIN on the official NHTSA site and contact an authorized dealer.