5.5

fairly significant
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
16,245 miles

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problem #3

Jul 092009

SL

  • 48,736 miles
Severe rust out of the suspension sub-frame (engine cradle) along the left side, particularly at the lower control arm mount pocket. This condition was caught before the left front lower control arm broke loose due to the rusted sub-frame. Rust condition was confined to the left side of the sub-frame with no apparent issue with the right side or cross beams. Brought to Saturn's attention but concern was denied as the "vehicle is out of warranty". Saturn never addressed the issue that the sub-frame is a component that should last the lifetime of the vehicle.

- Lake In The Hills , IL, USA

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problem #2

Aug 112003

SL

  • miles
Consumer will provide information.

- Scottsdale, AZ, USA

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problem #1

Mar 132001

SL

  • miles
Head gasket, water pump, oil pan gasket, serpentine drive belt, and coolant light on, service engine light was also on, work completed by dealer.

- Ludlow, MA, USA

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