Saturn SW2 owners have reported 15 power train related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 12 most common power train problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's automatic transmission park/neutral start switch (2 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's axle shaft (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
Vehicle was in park. While walking away gear some how jumped into reverse and began to roll backwards towards another vehicle. Saturn has been ocntacted. The manufacturer could not find any mechanical cause for the incident. Read details...
Intermediate shaft/carrier bearing assembly failed at relatively low miles. I am trying to determine if this specific failure is common so owners can be notified and avoid this costly and serious repair. Read details...
While driving at 65 mph consumer heard a popping sound and vehicle jerked. Consumer pulled onto the shoulder. Then, consumer heard a loud bang, and vehicle jerked again and smoked badly. Dealer examined the vehicle, and determined that differential pin came out and destroyed the transmission. Read details...
Consumer noticed vehicle was leaking on driveway, just small puddles. Dealer replaced housing unit because of cracks to transmission. Consumer feels this should not have happened considering the mileage on the vehicle and is requesting reimbursement. Read details...
Inner cv joint / boot clamp / wheel bearing failed. Read details...