CarRecallWatchThe 2002 Saturn LS has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 493 complaints with NHTSA, including 12 crashes, 12 fires, 8 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (204 reports).
2002 Saturn LS recalls
Most common 2002 Saturn LS problems
Problem areas named in the 493 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 204 |
| Electrical System | 112 |
| Exterior Lighting | 73 |
| Engine | 43 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 34 |
| Power Train | 26 |
| Suspension | 19 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 12 |
| Tires | 12 |
| Steering | 12 |
What owners report
Rear tail lights will not work. Have checked all fuses relays,and even changed the turn signal switch. My car is currently at the garage. Original appointment was only for inspection. Mechanic has not yet located the issue. Also has no dash lights. Parking lights. Had I known this in advance would have returned car immediately.
The contact owns a 2002 Saturn J-Type. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle's brake lights failed to illuminate. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 05V245000 (Exterior Lighting), however, the part to do the recall repair is no longer being manufactured. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 118,000.
The same thing is happening to my car that happened to many Saturn owners of the same year. The car is turning but only stays on for a few seconds before shutting off. This seems to be the same as the ignition module and spark plugs issue as it is the same symptoms as those people were experiencing.
ENGINE STALLED WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AROUND 65-70 MPH. ENGINE COULD NOT BE RESTARTED AND HAD TO BE TOWED BACK HOME. MECHANIC INSPECTION REVEALED COMPLETE LOSS OF COMPRESSION IN TWO CYLINDERS AND PARTIAL COMPRESSION LOSS IN OTHER TWO. ENGINE WAS PERMANENTLY DAMAGED AND WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED OR REBUILT AT HIGH COST IN THE THOUSANDS. ENGINE HAD 102,057 MILES AT TIME OF FAILURE.
MECHANIC FOUND SHORT CIRCUIT IN TAIL LAMP ASSEMBLIES CAUSING BRAKE LIGHTS TO COME ON, AND STAY ON, WHEN HEADLAMPS DO. *TR
2002 Saturn LS questions
Does the 2002 Saturn LS have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2002 Saturn LS: Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights; Seat Belts; Electrical System:Ignition:Module. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Saturn LS?
Based on 493 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (204), Electrical System (112), Exterior Lighting (73).
How do I check if a recall on my 2002 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.