Table 1 shows three common electrical system related problems of the 1997 Saturn SW1. The number one most common problem is related to the ignition coils failure (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the ignition switch (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Ignition Coils Failure problems | |
| Ignition Switch problems | |
| Anti-theft Controller problems |
The engine turns off during driving or coming to a stop if I leave the vehicle overnight or 4hrs later it will start and run for about a hour then it turns off, had a diagnostic computer check and they said they can not find the problem. Read details...
I called Saturn of eatontown, NJ reporting an electrical problem with the ignition and door bell alarm-it rang constantly. I was told by the service manger not to worry, use a little cw spread; 3 days later, the steering column and ignition caught on fire. Read details...
Consumer stated door bell was acting as if the lights were on, and the key was in the ignition. She took the vehicle to the dealer/mechanic, he kept pressing on the button, and got it to shut off. Then he reinserted the key into the ignition and vehicle began to smoke. Read details...