CarRecallWatchThe 1997 Saturn SC has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 33 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 1 fire, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (12 reports).
1997 Saturn SC recalls
Most common 1997 Saturn SC problems
Problem areas named in the 33 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 12 |
| Seat Belts | 6 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 6 |
| Power Train | 3 |
| Air Bags | 3 |
| Tires | 3 |
| Visibility | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
What owners report
Right front passenger seat belt male mechanism is locked up and will not extend to lock in female mechanism. Unusable.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 SATURN SC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WHEN THERE WERE NUMEROUS KEYS ON THE KEY RING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 103,000. *TT *TR
I HAVE 2 SATURNS (SC AND SL) BOTH ARE 1997'S. BOTH HAVE SAME ELECTRICAL PROBLEM WHERE BATTERY WILL NOT HOLD CHARGE. SOMETHING SEEMS TO BE DRAINING THE POWER BUT NO ONE CAN FIGURE OUT WHAT. BOTH CARS START WITH A JUMP AND RUN FINE IF DRIVEN OFTEN. BUT IF THE CAR SITS FOR MORE THAN A DAY, THE BATTERY IS DRAINED.
BATTERY KEPT BEING DRAINED.
I WAS DRIVING MY 1997 SC SATURN NORTH BOUND FL TURNPIKE WHEN THE ROAD FELT REALLY BUMPY AND SUDDENLY THE ENGINE ELECTRICAL (CABLES/WIRES)COMPONENTS FLEW & SPLASH AGAINST THE WINDSHIELD BLOCKING MY VIEW, "OH MY GOD" I IMMEDIATELY EDGE TO THE LEFT SHOULDER, GOT OUT OF THE VEHICLE TO ASSESS THE SITUATION, CONTACTED GEICO ROAD SERVICE. I WAS SHOCKED TO SEE THAT ONE OF THE LEMANS TIRE (RIGHT PASSENGER SIDE) TREAD HAD COMPLETELY PEELED & BLOWN OFF. APPARENTLY, AS THE TIRE BEGAN TO FAIL THE STEEL BELTS FROM THE TIRE DESTROYED THE INNER FENDER, THE OUTER FENDER AND RIPPED OUT THE MAIN WIRING HARNESS THAT PROVIDED POWER TO ALL ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS INSIDE THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT SUCH AS DOOR LOCK
1997 Saturn SC questions
Does the 1997 Saturn SC have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1997 Saturn SC: Seat Belts:Front:Retractor; Exterior Lighting:Headlights; Seats. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Saturn SC?
Based on 33 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (12), Seat Belts (6), Engine And Engine Cooling (6).
How do I check if a recall on my 1997 Saturn SC 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.