Table 1 shows five common service brakes related problems of the 1997 Saturn SL2. The number one most common problem is related to the brake foundation components (eight problems). The second most common problem is related to the brake electric antilock (four problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Brake Foundation Components problems | |
| Brake Electric Antilock problems | |
| Brake Disc problems | |
| Brake Master Cylinder problems | |
| Brake Disc Pads problems |
Was driving approximately 50mph and was merging into traffic when transmission locked in gear and failed to change. Consumer stated prior to purchasing vehicle she complained of a clunk noise when changed gears into reverse, also the driver side brake light is inoperable, also the right side Read details...
While driving vehicle w/emergency brakes on of had no knowledge. Was coming off freeway & was applying brakes, vehicle failed to slow down or stop. Started to suddenly accelerate. Turned vehicle off. Had it towed to dealer & found back brakes burnt out. Read details...
Due to design rear disc brakes malfunctioned, causing corrosion. This, in return, resulted in extended stopping distance which could cause a crash. The calipers on the rear disc brakes corrode reducing the effectiveness of the rear brakes. Read details...