Table 1 shows three common tire related problems of the 2000 Saturn SL1.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Tire Sidewall problems | |
| Tire Valve problems | |
| Tire problems |
I have had two tires fail through the sidewall of the tires. Both tires were rear, 49,000 miles. The vehicle had just passed inspection, tires were in excellent condition. The tire is 185/65r14 85s firestone fr680. I replaced one with a new firestone and the other with a goodyear republic. Is there a recall on this tire? I have two more that could blow at any time on the front.
Vehicle stopped moving while driving. Dealer notified and informed consumer that train axle had to be replaced. Vehicle would pop and jerk into gear at 40 mph, dealer could not duplicate problem, dealer found valve body severely contaminated, torque converter metal contaminated, dealer replaced valve body and torque converter housing, replaced complete transaxle. Vibration experienced while driving over 65 mph due to all four tires being out of balance. Consumer states there is a noise when braking.
Tire- driving 70 mph on interstate and tire burst for no apparent reason, nothing hit, and new tires. Rained hard and water leaked through windshield onto top of left side of roof,l visor, and driver's seat soaked. Heater, makes a clicking noise when in use. (dot number: p185 r65 tiresize: p185r85 14).