One problem related to engine and engine cooling has been reported for the 1998 Saturn SL1. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Cracked cylinder head on 1998 Sl1 Saturn with 70,000 miles. Car was loosing coolant. Cost $2,000 in labor to repair, problem seems to appear with other consumers complaining as well. Manufacturer should consider this a defect and reimburse for cost of reapir.