Body Problems of Saturn SL2

Saturn SL2 owners have reported 5 problems related to body (under the structure category). The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Body problem of the 2000 Saturn SL2

Failure Date: 04/01/2010

Rear door latches do not always latch after closing rear doors (sl2-4 door sedan). Exterior door handles will stick in open position. If not noticed, doors will open when driving, usually when braking or making a turn. Rear seat passengers or items could be ejected from vehicle or doors could strike other vehicles.

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2 Body problem of the 2000 Saturn SL2

Failure Date: 04/12/2000

Ongoing problem with engine stalling. Vehicle been into dealer shop on three occasions, and problem still reoccurring. Dealer replaced oil pan due to oil pan leak. Glove box fell out due to the lock being broke. Ses light on due to terminal dislodged on 5 volt reference splice pack. Consumer has replaced the ecm due to stalling and found battery cable loose and fixed problem, however vehicle is still stalling.

3 Body problem of the 1998 Saturn SL2

Failure Date: 03/16/2000

Spring that holds trunk open is too weak, most noticeable with factory installed spoiler. Has hit me in the head several times. Dealer sugested prop-rod to hold trunk open. Trunk will not stay open if parked on small incline or slight headwind. If a child was reaching into the truck, it could severly injure there back.

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4 Body problem of the 1997 Saturn SL2

Failure Date: 01/23/1998

Sunvisor cracked.

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5 Body problem of the 1998 Saturn SL2

Sun visor failed.


Other Common Structure related problems of Saturn SL2



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