Three problems related to front seat recliner have been reported for the 1997 Saturn SL2. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
I was struck in the rear of my car which caused both front bucket seats to snap to a full recline position. As a result of laying flat on my back I could not take any evasive action. Both front airbags deployed upon impact. I have suffered severe back injuries.
Seat back failed in rear end collision passenger seat reclined into rear passenger compartment.
At a dead stop another vehicle hit from the rear, and both front seatbacks collapsed. Contacted dealer and manufacturer.
| Seats problems | |
| Mid/rear Seats Assembly problems | |
| Front Seat Recliner problems |