Four problems related to turn signal have been reported for the 2002 Saturn LS. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 2002 Saturn Ls. While driving approximately 5 mph and making a turn, smoke emitted from the steering column and the turn signal lever was engaged. The failure occurred whenever the left or right turn signals were engaged. There were no flames present. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 03v231000 (electrical system). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Affected parts drop box not functional. Electrical system is defective. Noticed smoke from turn signal area. Pulled to emergency lane, pulled off rubber flap and smoke was pouring into cabin. Turned car off. Could not see flames, smoke stopped after a few minutes. Needless to say turn signals, headlight dimmer, radio, blower motor, door locks are now all malfunctioning. Already had to pay for bcm replacement as not covered under recalls. This make/model is dangerous and needs all complaints addressed.
The front right turn signal socket fused and ceased to work. (possibly an arc from nearby lightning). I have searched and had repair shops search - only to find that contrary to the promise general motors made to congress in the bailout and the agreement to close Saturn -- they have ceased providing a safety feature for the car -- much less a vital part at exorbitant rates.
The contact owns a 2002 Saturn l100. The contact stated that the turn signals do not work. In addition, the fuel pump cracked in the gas tank and caused fuel to pour out of the vehicle. He smelled fuel and noticed it "dumping" out of the vehicle, which alerted him to the failure. The dealer diagnosed the fuel pump as the origin of the failure. The manufacturer covered $300 of the $650 repair cost. The contact felt that the failure was a major safety issue. The current mileage was 62,394 and failure mileage was approximately 62,100.