CarRecallWatchThe 1995 Saturn SW has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 36 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 5 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (10 reports).
1995 Saturn SW recalls
Most common 1995 Saturn SW problems
Problem areas named in the 36 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 10 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 10 |
| Seats | 6 |
| Power Train | 6 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Suspension | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 2 |
| Structure | 2 |
What owners report
SOHC LK0/L24 (FROM HTTP://EN.WIKIPEDIA.ORG/WIKI/SATURN_I4_ENGINE#SOHC_LK0.2FL24) THE SOHC (LK0/L24) CYLINDER HEAD HAD 8 VALVES AND WAS MADE OF LOST FOAM CAST ALUMINUM. THE CAMSHAFT WAS LOCATED IN THE CENTER OF THE CYLINDER HEAD AND DRIVEN BY A CHAIN OFF THE FRONT CRANKSHAFT SPROCKET. MOTION FROM THE CAMSHAFT WAS TRANSMITTED TO THE EIGHT VALVES BY THE HYDRAULIC LIFTERS AND ROCKER ARMS. THE LK0 ENGINE FIRST USED TBI (THROTTLE BODY INJECTION) FOR FUEL DELIVERY AND WAS RATED AT 85 HP (63 KW) AND 110 FTLBF (149 NM) OF TORQUE FROM 1991 TO 1994. THE L24 ENGINE RECEIVED MPFI (MULTI-PORT FUEL INJECTION) IN 1995 WHICH INCREASED POWER OUTPUT TO 100 HP (75 KW) AND 114 FTLBF (155 NM). THIS ENGIN
MY WIFE WAS DRIVING HER 1995 SATURN SW! WAGON AT 50 MPH ON FREEWAY. WITHOUT WARNING THE VEHICLE WENT OUT OF CONTROL TO THE LEFT. SHE MANAGED TO GET IT OFF THE ROADWAY. INITIAL INSPECTION INDICATED A BROKEN AXLE. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION BY SATURN MECHANIC, VEHICLES ENGINE CRADLE IS COMPLETELY RUSTED AWAY. WHEN THE DRIVERS SIDE ENGINE CRADLE BROKE DURING OPERATION IT FORCE ITSELF AND OTHER PARTS TO BREAK CAUSING MY WIFE TO LOSE ALL CONTROL. THE SATURN MECHANIC SAYS IN 7 YEARS HE HAS ONLY SEEN 2 OTHER CASES OF CORROSION AFFECTING THE ENGINE CRADLE IN THIS SEVERITY. *TR
I BOUGHT A 1995 SATURN FROM PRECISION TUNE AUTO. THE CAR WAS SUPPOSED TO BE CLEANED, AND WIRING FIXED. NO MENTION OF SEAT PROBLEM. THOUGH THERE HAS BEEN SOME FAILURE WITH TOP PART OF SEAT, TO FALL BACK FOR SOME REASON. FRONT SEAT. TROUBLE WITH CAR. BAD GAS MILEAGE, ENGINE SOUNDS LIKE VALVE TROUBLE, NO POWER ON HILL, GEAR SHIFT STICKS, CLUNK IN REVERSE INTERMITTENTLY, BLEEDING BRAKE LINE, BACK BRAKES. CVC CLICKING, AND SO ON. HIT ON AUG. 22, 2006. NOT SURE IF THIS CAUSED ALL THE ABOVE. *NM
OIL CONSUMPTION, CAUSED A BLOWN ENGINE. *AK
DRIVERS SIDE SEAT BELT LOCKED UP. THE SEAT BELT LATCH DID NOT CONSISTENTLY LATCH TO THE BELT METAL CONTACT. *AK *CB *JB
1995 Saturn SW questions
Does the 1995 Saturn SW have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1995 Saturn SW: Seats; Power Train:Clutch Assembly:Pedal/Hand Lever(Motorcycle). Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1995 Saturn SW?
Based on 36 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (10), Engine And Engine Cooling (10), Seats (6).
How do I check if a recall on my 1995 Saturn SW 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.