Steering Problems of Saturn LS

Saturn LS owners have reported 78 steering related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 16 most common steering problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering (19 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's power steering pump (14 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Steering problems of Saturn LS

The Steering problem

Vehicle was in motion at 30 mph on city street, engine completely stopped working with loss of power steering and power brakes. Coasted vehicle to a side street & stopped. Had car towed to a mechanic. We were quoted $1700 bill to repair due to broken timing chain.   Read details...

The Power Steering Pump problem

2002 Saturn l300 . Have followed all maint. Guidelines. Though it is on it's third battery, third set of tires, power steering pump replaced, timing belt replaced, ecm replaced, two catalytic converters replaced, the list goes on and on. Less than 90,000 miles. Drove the car.   Read details...

The Steering Column problem

Hello I am concerned that my vehicle has had a recall on it and I was not aware of it I was asked to get in touch with you all on Saturday when the keys to my Saturn would not start my vehicle , it is a used vehicle, the only car I have to get to and from work ,when I purchased this vehicle there   Read details...

The Steering Rack And Pinion problem

While driving home my car just stopped in the middle of the road. I had no idea what happened or what was wrong, it just stopped with no warning, right before it stopped it made a noise unfamiliar to me but it sounded as if the brakes had fallen off or something.   Read details...

The Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problem

At 35,558 miles vehicle made a grinding noise while turning the steering wheel. Vehicle was taken to the dealer, who replaced the power assist pump assembly. At 61,000 miles problem recurred.   Read details...




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