general problems of the 1997 Saturn SL2

Two problems related to vehicle speed control have been reported for the 1997 Saturn SL2. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 07/21/1999

While driving vehicle and approaching an intersection vehicle commenced to accelerate. Consumer had to do some tricky driving to avoid hitting other vehicles. Vehicle was traveling approximately one mile or more before consumer was able to get it under control. Also no brakes were available at that time. Forgot to ask if speed control was engaged. Please respond to that question. . Dealer/ mfr. Were not notified at that time. Can NHTSA help in this matter.

2 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 01/02/1999

Vehicle parked over night. Got in & started vehicle. The throttle opened wide. Had not shifted into gear. The rpms revved up high. Throttle did not shut down after depressing accelerator pedal. Had to turn vehicle off.


Other Vehicle Speed Control related problems of the 1997 Saturn SL2



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