Suspension Related Problems of the 1999 Saturn SL2

Table 1 shows four common suspension related problems of the 1999 Saturn SL2. The number one most common problem is related to the front suspension (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the rear axle spindle (one problem).

Table 1. Suspension related problems of Saturn SL2


Recently reported Suspension problems of the 1999 Saturn SL2

The Front Suspension problem

Front end shakes and amount increases as brakes are applied. Several different brakes pads have been applied. Calipers have been replaced and recently the cv axles needed to be replaced. After a few weeks the problem is recurring. Makes vehicle feel unsafe especially when braking.   Read details...

The Rear Axle Spindle problem

While drivint between 10 to 15 mph right axle spindle broke, dealership was not notified.   Read details...

The Front Suspension Hub problem

This vehicle, which has never been in an accident, was diagnosed by dealer as having two "warped" front wheel hubs after complaints of intermittent steering wheel shake at 65 mph. Dealer said it could have been caused by the hubs being installed incorrectly.   Read details...


Suspension related problems in other Saturn SL2 model year vehicles:



SL2 Service Bulletins
SL2 Safety Recalls