Table 1 shows ten common power train related problems of the 2000 Saturn LS. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (eight problems). The second most common problem is related to the power train (five problems).
My 2000 Saturn Ls1 completely shut down while driving, and never started again. It will cost $2500 for a used motor and installation, plus $175 for the tow and the diagnostics; and now I'm enduring significant transportation challenges without a vehicle. Read details...
I started the car and backed out of the driveway when a put it in forward it stalled. It started again and I drove to my destination. It also started again and I was able to return home. While I was driving to and from my appointment I could not maintain speed going up hills on the highway. Read details...
This 2000 Saturn Ls1 was purchased new 1/12/00. On 3/20/01 and 23655 miles, the car was taken to the dealer due to clutch pedal low to the floor and it was difficult to shift gears. They replaced the concentric slave cylinder. Read details...