Power Train Related Problems of the 2001 Saturn SC2

Table 1 shows four common power train related problems of the 2001 Saturn SC2. The number one most common problem is related to the transmission fluid leaking (one problem). The second most common problem is related to the automatic transmission park/neutral start switch (one problem).

Table 1. Power Train related problems of Saturn SC2


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2001 Saturn SC2

The Transmission Fluid Leaking problem

While driving transmission failed and fluid leaked. Consumer managed to pull over, and had vehicle towed. Dealership mechanic was notified, but did not resolve the problem.   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission Park/neutral Start Switch problem

Vehicle was in park, engine shut off, emergency brake not applied, and vehicle suddenly went backward and rolled over consumer's right foot, knocking her down. Dealer stated consumer should have used parking brake.   Read details...

The Manual Transmission problem

While driving at 30mph consumer took foot off accelerator and vehicle kept going. She then applied brakes; but, it did not slow vehicle. Applied transmission, and tachometer went to 3000 rpms. She then released transmission, and vehicle kept speed of 35 mph.   Read details...


Power Train related problems in other Saturn SC2 model year vehicles:



SC2 Service Bulletins
SC2 Safety Recalls