CarRecallWatchThe 2000 Saturn LS has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 382 complaints with NHTSA, including 10 crashes, 5 fires, 16 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (142 reports).
2000 Saturn LS recalls
Most common 2000 Saturn LS problems
Problem areas named in the 382 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 142 |
| Exterior Lighting | 73 |
| Electrical System | 64 |
| Steering | 39 |
| Suspension | 29 |
| Structure | 28 |
| Power Train | 26 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 23 |
| Tires | 22 |
| Visibility | 14 |
What owners report
I am listing this vehicle identification number to fulfill your request on the safety complaint form, however I believe what I am about to share is an issue that applies to all vehicles on the road today, regardless of their source of motive power, if they have a hydraulic-brake system. I believe the current federal specifications for brake lines are too susceptible to corrosion, and although the materials brake lines are made of on most vehicles, probably meet Federal standards. Federal standards for this and other vehicle parts should evolve more frequently, sensitive to modernization and field experience. Corrosion-resistant brake lines are available and Federal statutes should be upgr
THE WHOLE SUBFRAME ON MY 2000 SATURN LS IS ROTTED SO BAD THAT I CAN'T EVEN DRIVE THE VEHICLE. IT STARTED WITH MY CAR NOT STARTING AND PUTTING IT UP ON A LIFT TO SEE WHAT THE PROBLEM WAS. THAT NOT STARTING PROBLEM IS A BAD RESONATOR, BUT IN THE PROCESS THE SUBFRAME WAS FOUND TO BE SERIOUSLY ROTTED AWAY. *TR
CAR LEAKING OIL - NOW ENGINE TROUBLE
NOTHING, THANK GOD HAD HAPPENED YET, BUT IT WILL IN A MATTER OF TIME, HOW MUCH TIME I HAVE NO IDEA. THE PROBLEM IS THE MOTOR CRADLE OR FRAME IS RUSTING OUT, THE FRONT WHERE THE MOTOR SETS HAD WHOLES RUSTED IN IT, THE WHOLE THING IS RUSTING AWAY.
WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE MY TIMING CHAIN SNAPPED. CAR LOST POWER AND PUT ME AND MY FAMILY AT RISK OF AN ACCIDENT.
2000 Saturn LS questions
Does the 2000 Saturn LS have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2000 Saturn LS: Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights; Electrical System:Ignition:Module; Seat Belts; Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage; Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Saturn LS?
Based on 382 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (142), Exterior Lighting (73), Electrical System (64).
How do I check if a recall on my 2000 Saturn LS 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.