Electrical System Problems of Saturn SW1

Saturn SW1 owners have reported 5 electrical system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common electrical system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's ignition coils failure (2 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's anti-theft controller (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Electrical System related problems of Saturn SW1


Recently reported Electrical System problems of Saturn SW1

The Ignition Coils Failure problem

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...

The Anti-theft Controller problem

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...

The Ignition Switch problem

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...

The Wiring problem

While traveling 30 mph, the compartment began filling with gray smoke. Electrical wiring from the steering smoldered and melted. Please describe details. Mr   Read details...




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