Electrical System Problems of Saturn SL1

Saturn SL1 owners have reported 54 electrical system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 15 most common electrical system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's horn assembly (9 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's ignition (9 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Electrical System problems of Saturn SL1

The Horn Assembly problem

The contact owns a 1999 Saturn Sl1. The contact stated that the horn assembly on the vehicle was completely inoperative. The dealer stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign id number 98v307000 (communications:horn assembly), although the failures were identical.   Read details...

The Ignition problem

Saturn 2001 ion ignition - car won't start because key won't turn this is a known problem with Saturns and is a bad safety issue. People are stranded with vehicles that won't start or sometimes even turn off.   Read details...

The Alternator/generator/regulator problem

While driving at 30 mph the alternator failsedwithout warning. As a result the vehicle did not accelerate. The part has been replaced three times within two years. Please provide additional information.   Read details...

The Ignition Switch problem

When the ignition key is inserted into the ignition, it doesn't turn most of the time. It has been tried turning the steering wheel back and forth and also reinserting the key. This has been going on for several months now and it is getting worse as time goes on.   Read details...

The Electrical System problem

Car idles high. If you are at a light or parked in the car the car will idle high then shut off. If youare driving on the highway and need to pick up speed the car revs up and then rpms go real high but not any power put into the car to move.   Read details...




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