Steering Tie Rod Assembly Problems of Saturn SL2

Saturn SL2 owners have reported 2 problems related to steering tie rod assembly (under the steering category). The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Steering Tie Rod Assembly problem of the 1996 Saturn SL2

Failure Date: 07/25/2007

The contact owns a 1996 Saturn Sl2. While driving 20 mph around a curve, the contact lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a tree. The dealer has not inspected the vehicle. The tie rod end was replaced approximately two years before the crash with an aftermarket part, manufactured by trw automotive (part number es3238). The contact felt that the crash was caused by the disengagement of the tie rod end. The current and failure mileages were 150,000. Updated 02-01-08 the consumer stated between the ball and socket steering ability was completely lost. Updated 02/01/08.

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2 Steering Tie Rod Assembly problem of the 1998 Saturn SL2

Failure Date: 11/12/1997

Driving at any speed the vehicle will vibrate and make bucking sounds from time to time. The vehicle has been in the shop eight times for different problems. Also, there is a lack of power and grinding noise coming from the vehicle. Tide rod end had to be replaced. In addition, consumer had power steering/ window problems. Repaired vehicle three times, and they can't determine the problem. Vehicle has been in shop eight more times.

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