Saturn SL2 owners have reported 77 service brakes related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 13 most common service brakes problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's brake foundation components (30 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's brake disc rotor (14 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
I purchased a 1999 Saturn Sl2 w/ 23,000mi. At 60,000mi I began to feel a judder/vibration from the steering wheel. I took it to a Saturn dealer and was told the rotors we're warped and needed to be replaced. Read details...
Vehicle rotors are warped. The consumer stated the rotors warped so bad in 10,000 miles that the vehicle shook and vibrated. When maneuvering around a curve the vehicle was difficult to control. Read details...
When the consumer applied the brakes,the pedal went to the floor. The consumer was unable to maintain control of the vehicle and hit a car head on. Both frontal air bags did not deploy. The consumer seeked medical attention the next day. The vehicle was towed and totaled by the insurance company. Read details...
The consumer stated the brake pads wear prematurely. The part has been replaced five times within one year. The cause has not been determined. Please provide additional information. Read details...
1,2,3. Brakes have been a constant problem on this vehicle. First known problem was about 08/99 when dealer found pitted & blistered rear brake rotors. Replaced them "as a favor" since car was still under warranty (less than 36,000 miles). Read details...