CarRecallWatchThe 1996 Saturn SW has no safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 20 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (7 reports).
0Recalls
20Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
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1996 Saturn SW recalls
No safety recalls on file for the 1996 Saturn SW.
Most common 1996 Saturn SW problems
Problem areas named in the 20 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 7 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 6 |
| Electrical System | 5 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 |
| Power Train | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 |
What owners report
THE SATURNSW2 GASKET COVER WARPED YEAR AFTER YEAR;THEY REDESIGNED IT;IT SHOULD BE COVERED UNDER A RECALL; MANY THOUSANDS OF THESE COVERS HAVE PUT PEOPLE IN DANGER OF A FIRE WITH THE OIL LEAKS;THE EXPENSE OF CHANGING OUT THE ENGINE IS HORRIFIC, FOR A CHEAP PIECE OF PLASTIC THEY NO LONGER MAKE FROM PLASTIC; IT IS NOW ALUMINUM OR SOME FORM OF METAL. SMALL LEAKS ARE ONE THING;THESE MAJOR LEAKS ARE ANOTHER. *TR
REGARDING A WIRE THAT BROKE OFF ON THE SEAT OF HIS 1996 SATURN SW2 WAGON AND IS STICKING UP VERTICALLY -WIRE WENT THROUGH HIS PANTS AND SKIN**CC CONSUMER STATED CONTACTED SATURN ESTABLISHMENT AND WAS INFORMED BY SATURN FACTORY TO TAKE CAR TO DEALER. DEALER INFORMED CUSTOMER ENTERING THE CAR INCORRECTLY. *TR
WHILE DRIVING THE OIL PRESSURE AND BATTERY LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. *MR *SC *JB
THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONSUMER HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE OWNER THAT THE ENGINE'S HEAD GASKET HAD FAILED. *NM
WHILE TRAVELING 30 MPH, THE COMPARTMENT BEGAN FILLING WITH GRAY SMOKE. ELECTRICAL WIRING FROM THE STEERING SMOLDERED AND MELTED. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. MR
1996 Saturn SW questions
Does the 1996 Saturn SW have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 1996 Saturn SW at this time.
What are the most common problems with the 1996 Saturn SW?
Based on 20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (7), Engine And Engine Cooling (6), Electrical System (5).
How do I check if a recall on my 1996 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.
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