Saturn SC2 owners have reported 25 power train related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 12 most common power train problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's manual transmission (6 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's automatic transmission (3 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
Transmission shift cable, just broke while driving. After doing some research, I found this is a very common problem with the Saturn Sc2. The plastic ball that holds the cable in the shift lever commonly breaks. Read details...
After about 70,000 mi I noticed transmission would not go into reverse after it heated up (about 50+ mi on fwy). A transmission shop told me that Saturns have a problem with the "valve body". I had it replaced and it cost about $350. Read details...
1997 Saturn Sc2 experienced transmission failure when the spider pin broke. While on an expressway an explosion occurred in the engine. The engine emitted steam and the consumer was unable to engage the gear. Under the vehicle was fluid and pieces of broken metal. Read details...
Differential pin in transmission put a hole through transmission case. Dealer has been notified. Read details...
Speedometer/tachometer failed. Nlm Read details...