Power Train Related Problems of the 2005 Saturn Relay

Table 1 shows three common power train related problems of the 2005 Saturn Relay. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the driveshaft (one problem).

Table 1. Power Train related problems of Saturn Relay


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2005 Saturn Relay

The Automatic Transmission problem

Purchased s 2005 Saturn Relay in April 06. Since day one things have been wrong, brake rotors warped, axel broken, interior parts needing replacement and now it is in the shop for weeks for transmission problems. I have a file open with Saturn and they are not helpful.   Read details...

The Driveshaft problem

Right door popped open when it wanted too. Air conditioner (a/c )did not properly cool, severe vibration in front drivetrain. 09/01/05 cleaned contacts, 10/8/05 motor and clutch assembly for door, 02/27/06 door contacts and cable, 04/19/06 returned to dealer, 07/18/06 replaced contacts, 0 and on   Read details...

The Power Train problem

My wife placed our 2005 Saturn Relay minivan in park, and stepped out to get the mail. The van immediately started backwards, with the door pushing her down. Luckily, as it pushed her down, she fell to the inside, and was able to activate the parking brake with her hand, stopping the car.   Read details...


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