Engine And Engine Cooling Related Problems of the 1999 Saturn SC2

Table 1 shows three common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 1999 Saturn SC2.

Table 1. Engine And Engine Cooling related problems of Saturn SC2

Problem Category Number of Problems
Car Stall problems
1
Emission Control problems
1
Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe problems
1

Car Stall problem #1

While driving 20 mph there was a clunk type noise and without any indication vehicle stalled. Dealer noticed valve spring was broken. Manufacturer and dealer were contacted. Dealer found spring valve broke, causing the piston to hit the valve and bend the valve. Mechanic states that the problem was a result of a manufacturer defect. Saturn finally agreed to pay a portion of cost to install new engine.

Emission Control problem #2

Service engine soon light came on, mechanic states the oxygen sensor failed and needs to be replaced. Nlm Saturn will not replace or fix the unit, also, consumer had to replace a muffler on the vehicle.

Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe problem #3

Service engine soon light came on, mechanic states the oxygen sensor failed and needs to be replaced. Nlm Saturn will not replace or fix the unit, also, consumer had to replace a muffler on the vehicle.


Engine And Engine Cooling related problems in other Saturn SC2 model year vehicles:



SC2 Service Bulletins
SC2 Safety Recalls