general problems of the 2000 Saturn SL

Two problems related to suspension have been reported for the 2000 Saturn SL. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 02/24/2001

Battery cover causes battery acid to leak around postive post. Dealer notified. Consumer states acid from the battery has caused holes in the frame of the vehicle. Also, steering wheel shakes/vibrates and washer failed, dealer replaced bolt and seal.

2 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 08/15/2000

When traveling at 45 to 50 mph vehicle will zigzag, and its very hard to steer. Took vehicle to mechanic, and he stated that there was no alignment problem. Consumer feared vehicle may do this in the rain and Slide off the road.


Other Suspension related problems of the 2000 Saturn SL



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