4.6

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
23,796 miles

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problem #2

Oct 122003

(reported on)

SC1 4-cyl

  • miles
Concerns of possible cracking in cylinder head. Saturn repaired the part but would not reimburse the consumer for repair cost due to the vehicle exceeding the warranty.

- East Brunswick, NJ, USA

problem #1

Jul 012003

SC1 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 47,592 miles
The consumer noticed oil leaking from underneath the vehicle. The mechanic told the consumer that a piston rod broke and went through the engine, a large hole was inside of the engine.

- Royersford, PA, USA