1997 Saturn EV1 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

5 safety recalls on file

The 1997 Saturn EV1 has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.

The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (4 reports).

5Recalls
4Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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1997 Saturn EV1 recalls

Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Recall 00V369Nov 13, 2000455 vehicles affected

Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery

Recall 00V069100Mar 3, 2000489 vehicles affected

Service Brakes, Air:Antilock:Control Unit/Module

Recall 98V169Jul 28, 1998607 vehicles affected

Electrical System

Recall 97V042Mar 20, 1997264 vehicles affected

Most common 1997 Saturn EV1 problems

Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Electrical System4

What owners report

2000-09-11, Electrical System
THESE VEHICLES WERE PRODUCED WITH A CHARGE PORT ASSEMBLY THAT MAY FAIL DURING A CHARGING EVENT, RECALL ISSUED HOWEVER OWNER HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO RECEIVE NEW VEHICLE AT THIS TIME, RECALL SOLUTION IS NOT SUFFICIENT. *ET
2000-09-08, Electrical System
EVI VEHICLE IS ON RECALL BECAUSE A DEFECT IN THE CHARGE PORT COULD CAUSE TO OVERHEAT (00V-069), HOWEVER CONSUMER IS NOT HAPPY WITH IT. YH
2000-05-08, Electrical System
VEHICLES WERE BUILT WITH A CHARGE PORT ASSEMBLY PRIOR TO RECALL THAT MAY FAIL DURING A CHARGING EVENT (00V-069), RECALL DOES NOT REMEDY THE FAILURE. YH (ATTORNEY AT LAW)
2000-02-22, Electrical System
SOMETIMES WHEN THE HEATER WAS RUNNING, I HEARD A POP NOISE FROM LEFT FRONT AREA OF THE CAR. WITH OUT WARNING OR ENGINE LIGHTS. WHILE CHARGING UP ELECTRICAL BATTERY VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. *AK.ET.

1997 Saturn EV1 questions

Does the 1997 Saturn EV1 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 1997 Saturn EV1: Service Brakes, Hydraulic; Electrical System:12V/24V/48V Battery; Service Brakes, Air:Antilock:Control Unit/Module; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Vacuum:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Electrical System. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1997 Saturn EV1?

Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (4).

How do I check if a recall on my 1997 Saturn EV1 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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