Four problems related to automatic transmission have been reported for the 1996 Saturn SL2. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
After driving approximately 5 miles, when I stop and put car in reverse, it hesitates then abruptly shifts into reverse. I have checked technical service bulletins and found TSB#96-t-38a in regards to harsh engagement into reverse on the Saturns. This sounds exactly like my problem.
At 32,000 mile vehicle will not shift into reverse. Dealer notified. Feel free to provide any further information on this matter.
After turning the vehicle on and when placing the gear in park or neutral,vehicle jumped forward. Dealer examined the vehicle, and found that the valve body assembly hasdbeen replaced.
Transmission heat gasket failed.