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Saturn L300 2003 Safety Reports and Reviews



Saturn L300 2003 Reviews



Saturn L300 2003 Exterior Lighting Headlights

Saturn L300 2003 Exterior Lighting Headlights Review #10005721

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Feb 03, 2003.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS . purchased new 2003 saturn l300 and the driver side headlight reflects lower than the passenger side headlight which creates a step effect when looking out the front windshield. the dealership was unable to recreate this scenario in the garage and therefore concluded there was not a problem. the dealership must be willing to drive the vehicle at night to view the problem. .Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in CUSSETA, GA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Feb 03, 2003. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Saturn L300 2003 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saturn L300 2003 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: SATURN OF COLUMBUS . DEALER'S CITY: COLUMBUS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: GA.

Saturn L300 2003 Visibility Windshield Wiper/washer

Saturn L300 2003 Visibility Windshield Wiper/washer Review #10010557

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Mar 10, 2003.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER . twice we have complained to the dealership about the windshield wipers icing up so bad they lifted off the windshield and made it almost impossible to drive. during one snow storm we drove directly to the dealer, they changed the wiper but within 10 minutes the same problem occurred. we were told the first time to use only saturn wipers, but they don't make a "winter" wiper?? the second time the tech. told us to try and find some after market winter wipers. after running around for 3 days to "auto parts" stores all over the city we finally found a pair that would fit. it has helped...but saturn has not!!! *nlm.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 2900 miles. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in MILWAUKEE, WI. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Saturn L300 2003 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saturn L300 2003 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. DEALER'S NAME: SATURN OF MILWAUKEE . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 414-357-2000 . DEALER'S CITY: MILWAUKEE . DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 53224 .

Saturn L300 2003 Air Bags Frontal

Saturn L300 2003 Air Bags Frontal Review #10021617

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on May 27, 2003.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . while driving 40 mph the vehicle was involved in a front collision yet neither of the air bags deploy. *nlm. *ak.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G81W54R03Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in DAVIDSON, NC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Saturn L300 2003 Parking Brake

Saturn L300 2003 Parking Brake Review #10022934

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on May 19, 2003.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with PARKING BRAKE . while parked vehicle rolled backwards. dealer notified. *ak.Mileage was 1200 miles. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in PEARLAND, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Saturn L300 2003 Air Bags

Saturn L300 2003 Air Bags Review #10024323

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on June 14, 2003.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with AIR BAGS . while driving at 20/25 mph vehicle was in a frontal collision and none of the air bag deployed upon impact.*ak.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Mileage was 1000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JW54R53Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in WASHINGTON, DC. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Saturn L300 2003 Seats Front Assembly Power Adjust

Saturn L300 2003 Seats Front Assembly Power Adjust Review #10024324

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on .SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST . driver side seat is very mobile. it slides backward and forward while driving.*ak.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JW54R53Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in WASHINGTON, DC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Saturn L300 2003 Interior Lighting

Saturn L300 2003 Interior Lighting Review #10027322

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on .SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with INTERIOR LIGHTING . consumer states while traveling head lights /dash lights and tail lights would dim while air condition was running. *ak.Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in TAYLOR, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Saturn L300 2003 Exterior Lighting Tail Lights

Saturn L300 2003 Exterior Lighting Tail Lights Review #10027322

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on .SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS . consumer states while traveling head lights /dash lights and tail lights would dim while air condition was running. *ak.Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in TAYLOR, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Saturn L300 2003 Exterior Lighting Headlights

Saturn L300 2003 Exterior Lighting Headlights Review #10027322

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on .SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS . consumer states while traveling head lights /dash lights and tail lights would dim while air condition was running. *ak.Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in TAYLOR, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Saturn L300 2003 Vehicle Speed Control

Saturn L300 2003 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10041322

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Oct 05, 2003.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . while driving approx. 65 mph with cruise control on, tapped brake to disengage cruise control. the service engine light came on and the vehicle lost all power. after stopping the vehicle, restarted the engine. power appeared to be restored but the service engine light remained on. took vehicle to dealer. dealer reloaded eeprom software. *jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 5700 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):G8JWS54R83Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on May 24, 2002. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Saturn L300 2003 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saturn L300 2003 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. DEALER'S NAME: SATURN OF ONTARIO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 909 605-5655 . DEALER'S CITY: ONTARIO . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 91761 .

Saturn L300 2003 Structure Body Bumpers

Saturn L300 2003 Structure Body Bumpers Review #10048416

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on .SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS . while driving front bumper guard came off.*mr front bumper came off while driving on the highway at highway speed. consumer thinks the problem occurred as a result of a low front and a sunken driveway. even though they never had this problem with other vehicles and visitors vehicles. consumer noted when pulling into and backing out the driveway, there was scrapping sound. this cause some plastic connectors on the bumper guard to become dislodged. consumer thinks that the highway wind caused the bolts come off and the bumper fell off. consumer feels this is a dangerous design flaw. there were no injuries or collision. *ph.Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in BRENTWOOD, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. DEALER'S NAME: UNKNOWN .

Saturn L300 2003 Tires Tread/belt

Saturn L300 2003 Tires Tread/belt Review #10055536

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Jan 13, 2004.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with TIRES:TREAD/BELT . while driving 70 mph front passenger tire tread separated. dealerships mechanic was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak.Mileage was 18400 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):PLEASE PROV. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in ODESSA, TX. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph.

Saturn L300 2003 Suspension Front

Saturn L300 2003 Suspension Front Review #10059854

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Feb 15, 2004.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT . while driving 50-70 mph front end shakes uncontrollably. *ak the brakes squeak and the rotors warped. the metallic surface area rusted abnormally from "morning compensation." the wheels wobbled as a result of the warped rotors. *sc .Mileage was 8 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JC54F44Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in SAN FERNANDO, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Feb 05, 2004. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Saturn L300 2003 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph. DEALER'S NAME: SATURN OF THE VALLEY . DEALER'S CITY: VAN NUYS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA.

Saturn L300 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Disc Rotor

Saturn L300 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Disc Rotor Review #10059854

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Feb 15, 2004.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR . while driving 50-70 mph front end shakes uncontrollably. *ak the brakes squeak and the rotors warped. the metallic surface area rusted abnormally from "morning compensation." the wheels wobbled as a result of the warped rotors. *sc .Mileage was 8 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JC54F44Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in SAN FERNANDO, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Feb 05, 2004. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Saturn L300 2003 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph. DEALER'S NAME: SATURN OF THE VALLEY . DEALER'S CITY: VAN NUYS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA.

Saturn L300 2003 Tires Tread/belt

Saturn L300 2003 Tires Tread/belt Review #10091287

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Sept 17, 2004.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with TIRES:TREAD/BELT . (1) daily commute on i-25. 2) tread separation on left rear tire at 49,583 mi. firestone p215/55r-16. (3) replaced all four tires (damaged tire is available). *ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 49583 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JW54R93Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in ALBUQUERQUE, NM. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Jan 02, 2003. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Saturn L300 2003 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saturn L300 2003 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 75 mph. DEALER'S NAME: SATURN OF ALBUQUERQUE . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: (505) 765-1301 . DEALER'S CITY: ALBUQUERQUE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NM. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 87102 .

Saturn L300 2003 Fuel System, Gasoline Delivery Fuel Pump

Saturn L300 2003 Fuel System, Gasoline Delivery Fuel Pump Review #10123807

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on May 26, 2005.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP . sudden loss of power in engine, had to pull off road. engine did not stall. after 5 minutes at idle, was able to contiue. first happend in june 2004. mileage near 35000 on car. dealership replaced tank fuel pump, said it was overheating and failed. non shell gas has been used. may 2005, mileage near 52000, exact same problem. dealership was perplexed..Mileage was 51869 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JW54R43Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in SLIDELL, LA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 08, 2002. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Saturn L300 2003 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saturn L300 2003 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph. DEALER'S NAME: SATURN OF SLIDELL . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 985-781-5002 . DEALER'S CITY: SLIDELL . DEALER'S STATE CODE: LA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 70461 .

Saturn L300 2003 Electrical System

Saturn L300 2003 Electrical System Review #10159352

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on June 08, 2006.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . dt*: the contacts stated after driving long enough for the motor to get warm the headlights flicker from dim to bright. this is a continuous problem. if the heater or air conditioner fan is turned on, the flickering becomes more rapid. the vehicle was taken to the dealer on several occasions for this problem. both the dealer and manufacturer determined this was normal operations for this type of vehicle. .Mileage was 28500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JW54R03Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in CHIPPEWA FALLS, WI. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on June 01, 2003. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Saturn L300 2003 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saturn L300 2003 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: SARURN . DEALER'S CITY: EAU CLAIRE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: WI. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 54701 .

Saturn L300 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System Fan

Saturn L300 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System Fan Review #10187493

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Apr 02, 2007.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN . purchased 2003 saturn l 300 on march 24, 2007 and had it in the shop on april 2, 2007 and april 9, 2007 with same problem. interior lights, headlights, and fan pulsate which could cause a safety hazard on the highway. the longer you drive it the more it happens. they say it is normal.*ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JW54RX3Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in DOLA, OH. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 24, 2007. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Saturn L300 2003 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saturn L300 2003 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.

Saturn L300 2003 Interior Lighting

Saturn L300 2003 Interior Lighting Review #10187493

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Apr 02, 2007.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with INTERIOR LIGHTING . purchased 2003 saturn l 300 on march 24, 2007 and had it in the shop on april 2, 2007 and april 9, 2007 with same problem. interior lights, headlights, and fan pulsate which could cause a safety hazard on the highway. the longer you drive it the more it happens. they say it is normal.*ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JW54RX3Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in DOLA, OH. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 24, 2007. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Saturn L300 2003 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saturn L300 2003 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.

Saturn L300 2003 Exterior Lighting Headlights

Saturn L300 2003 Exterior Lighting Headlights Review #10187493

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Apr 02, 2007.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS . purchased 2003 saturn l 300 on march 24, 2007 and had it in the shop on april 2, 2007 and april 9, 2007 with same problem. interior lights, headlights, and fan pulsate which could cause a safety hazard on the highway. the longer you drive it the more it happens. they say it is normal.*ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JW54RX3Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in DOLA, OH. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 24, 2007. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Saturn L300 2003 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saturn L300 2003 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.

Saturn L300 2003 Electrical System Ignition Anti-theft Controller

Saturn L300 2003 Electrical System Ignition Anti-theft Controller Review #10190240

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on May 03, 2007.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT CONTROLLER . having problems with the pass lock system on the 2003 saturn l300. out of the blue the car won't start. sometimes the pass lock light comes on and sometimes it does not. if a wait about 10 minutes and then try to start the car it will work. this has been happening every day for the past week. based on my online search, it sounds like a lot of gm cars are experiencing this problem. something should be done.*ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 40000 miles. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in BETHEL PARK, PA. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. DEALER'S NAME: SATURN OF PLEASANT HILLS .

Saturn L300 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine

Saturn L300 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Review #10192028

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Dec 01, 2006.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . tl*the contact owns a 2003 saturn l300. the contact stated that the vehicle recently ran out of warranty at 45,000 miles. three separate failures have occurred on the vehicle. the check engine light illuminated and the mechanic diagnosed it as electrical failure. fifteen minutes later, the failure recurred and the mechanic stated that the engine experienced master engine flow failure. three months later the engine failed again. the contact has spent almost $1,200 on repairs. he has contacted the better business bureau and they refereed him to nhtsa. the dealer offered to provide a warranty for the vehicle due to the number of failures. however, the dealer does not know why the failure rate is so high. the contact called saturn who stated that his description of the failures lacked mechanical knowledge. saturn was unable to provide an explanation, but responded by stating, "didn't we help you out by extending the warranty to fix the issue?" the manufacturer and the dealer both referred the contact to one another. he stated that saturn does not what any part in the matter and his vehicle does not fall under the lemon law for his state. the engine size was unknown. the current and failure mileages were 44,000..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 44000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JW54R73Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in RENO, NV. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Oct 27, 2002. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Saturn L300 2003 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saturn L300 2003 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: SATURN OF RENO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 7753243366 . DEALER'S CITY: RENO . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NV. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 89502 .

Saturn L300 2003 Seat Belts Front

Saturn L300 2003 Seat Belts Front Review #10199511

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Mar 17, 2005.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with SEAT BELTS:FRONT . tl*the contact owned a 2003 saturn l300. the contact's attorney stated that a ford vehicle lost control and struck the contact's vehicle on the driver side. the contact's wife struck her head on the left side and her hair was caught in the rear view mirror. the seat belt failed to restrain her and she died due to her head injury. her son, seated in the front passenger seat, was properly restrained and sustained minor injuries. a safety restraint expert stated that the passenger side seat belt showed witness marks of proper restrain, but the driver side seat belt did not show any witness marks. parker heights police filed report number 05-00081. the dealer and speed information were unavailable. the current and failure mileages were 40,000. .Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 1 person(s) died.Mileage was 40000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JW54R03Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in AUSTIN, TX. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Jan 01, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Saturn L300 2003 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saturn L300 2003 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.

Saturn L300 2003 Exterior Lighting Turn Signal

Saturn L300 2003 Exterior Lighting Turn Signal Review #10200111

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Aug 19, 2007.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL . after turning on my left blinker, smoke starting coming from the steering wheel. i had it repaired this morning at the saturn dealership. i overheard two other calls of the same problem. in fact, one of the service advisors told the customer not to use their blinkers. *tr.Vehicle was on fire. Mileage was 69950 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JW54R03Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in COVINGTON, GA. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saturn L300 2003 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: SATUEN OF DECATUR . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 404-248-1888 . DEALER'S CITY: DECATUR . DEALER'S STATE CODE: GA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 30033 .

Saturn L300 2003 Fuel System, Gasoline

Saturn L300 2003 Fuel System, Gasoline Review #10215441

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Jan 19, 2008.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE . fuel pump failure -- disintegrated. have over $1,000 of repairs. this is on top of $400 repairs last month to replace the heater core and a recommended $600+ to replace the oil cooler housing. the car has less than 80,000 miles on it and is not paid off for 2 more months. i've gone to the website www.carsurvey.org and many others are having significant problems with this as well. luckily, the pump didn't disintegrate while we were driving, unlike some other owners. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 80000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JW54R93Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in HIGHLAND, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 01, 2003. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Saturn L300 2003 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saturn L300 2003 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: SATURN OF LOMA LINDA . DEALER'S CITY: LIMA LINDA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA.

Saturn L300 2003 Power Train Driveline Driveshaft

Saturn L300 2003 Power Train Driveline Driveshaft Review #10215728

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Jan 22, 2008.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT . saturn 2003 l300, purchased new, multiple issues. interior lights flicker. car will not start when gas is under 1/4 tank, dealership says operating per design. ignition, key froze, would not turn, key stuck, car had to be towed, ignition replaced. major issue: steering. intermediate shaft has been replaced twice. in addition to gear box. problem makes steering loose, clunking feel and noise when turning left or right. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 45000 miles. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in LA MESA, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Apr 14, 2003. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Saturn L300 2003 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saturn L300 2003 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: SATURN OF EL CAJON . DEALER'S CITY: EL CAJON . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA.

Saturn L300 2003 Tires

Saturn L300 2003 Tires Review #10290673

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Sept 11, 2009.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with TIRES . 2003 saturn l300 has firestone tires that are dry rotted. *nj the consumer stated the vehicle came equipped with 5 tubeless radial firestone tires which carried a manufacturer's date of 2002. yesterday, the consumer noticed the right front tire had a gap around the circumference of the face of the tire where it joined the treads. *jb.Mileage was 12818 miles. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in EL PASO, TX. Vehicle was purchased on Oct 08, 2003. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Saturn L300 2003 Fuel System, Gasoline

Saturn L300 2003 Fuel System, Gasoline Review #10297623

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Dec 28, 2009.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE . i just put gas in the car and about 20 mins later i asked my 11 yr old do you smell gas and he said yes and within seconds we had smoke everywhere this could have kiiled us. *tr.Vehicle was on fire. 2 person(s) were injured. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JW54R43Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in CITRUS HEIGHTS, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph.

Saturn L300 2003 Steering

Saturn L300 2003 Steering Review #10318995

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Dec 26, 2007.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with STEERING . steering column clunking. had intermediate shaft repaired when i purchased the car in 12/2007 which i included the lubrication of the intermediate shaft and replacing the sway bar links. in 3/2008, problem of clunking noise resurfaced. steering gear was failing and leaking and repairs were made. in 12/2008, clunking noise resurfaced. find tie rod was loose and that the strut mounts needed to be replaced. clunking noise has resurfaced in late 2009, early 2010. saturn is investigating repair needs based on previous work performed. *tr.Mileage was 69346 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JW54R13Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in SACRAMENTO, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph.

Saturn L300 2003 Vehicle Speed Control

Saturn L300 2003 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10357847

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Mar 27, 2010.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . tl* the contact owns a 2003 saturn l300. the contact stated that the vehicle would exhibit a sharp and abnormal increase in engine rpms when attempting to accelerate. in addition, the vehicle would also exhibit an unusually loud roaring but would not respond. as a result, the catalytic converter failed. the dealer advised the contact that they are aware of the failure but they could offer no assistance. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was approximately 133,000. the consumer stated the interior and exterior lights flicker along with the heater, which seems to come intermittently. the water pump and timing belt were replaced. also, the catalytic converter motor and battery were replaced. updated 04/15/11.Mileage was 133000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JW54R93Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in TUSCALOOSA, AL. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 01, 2010. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Saturn L300 2003 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saturn L300 2003 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: TOWNSEND HONDA . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 205-556-0191 . DEALER'S CITY: TUSCALOOSA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: AL. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 35405 .

Saturn L300 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System Emission Control Catalytic Convertor

Saturn L300 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System Emission Control Catalytic Convertor Review #10357847

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Mar 27, 2010.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR . tl* the contact owns a 2003 saturn l300. the contact stated that the vehicle would exhibit a sharp and abnormal increase in engine rpms when attempting to accelerate. in addition, the vehicle would also exhibit an unusually loud roaring but would not respond. as a result, the catalytic converter failed. the dealer advised the contact that they are aware of the failure but they could offer no assistance. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was approximately 133,000. the consumer stated the interior and exterior lights flicker along with the heater, which seems to come intermittently. the water pump and timing belt were replaced. also, the catalytic converter motor and battery were replaced. updated 04/15/11.Mileage was 133000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JW54R93Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in TUSCALOOSA, AL. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 01, 2010. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Saturn L300 2003 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saturn L300 2003 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: TOWNSEND HONDA . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 205-556-0191 . DEALER'S CITY: TUSCALOOSA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: AL. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 35405 .

Saturn L300 2003 Electrical System

Saturn L300 2003 Electrical System Review #10357847

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Mar 27, 2010.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . tl* the contact owns a 2003 saturn l300. the contact stated that the vehicle would exhibit a sharp and abnormal increase in engine rpms when attempting to accelerate. in addition, the vehicle would also exhibit an unusually loud roaring but would not respond. as a result, the catalytic converter failed. the dealer advised the contact that they are aware of the failure but they could offer no assistance. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was approximately 133,000. the consumer stated the interior and exterior lights flicker along with the heater, which seems to come intermittently. the water pump and timing belt were replaced. also, the catalytic converter motor and battery were replaced. updated 04/15/11.Mileage was 133000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JW54R93Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in TUSCALOOSA, AL. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 01, 2010. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Saturn L300 2003 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saturn L300 2003 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: TOWNSEND HONDA . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 205-556-0191 . DEALER'S CITY: TUSCALOOSA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: AL. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 35405 .

Saturn L300 2003 Visibility Defroster/defogger System Windshield Blower

Saturn L300 2003 Visibility Defroster/defogger System Windshield Blower Review #10357847

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Mar 27, 2010.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:BLOWER . tl* the contact owns a 2003 saturn l300. the contact stated that the vehicle would exhibit a sharp and abnormal increase in engine rpms when attempting to accelerate. in addition, the vehicle would also exhibit an unusually loud roaring but would not respond. as a result, the catalytic converter failed. the dealer advised the contact that they are aware of the failure but they could offer no assistance. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was approximately 133,000. the consumer stated the interior and exterior lights flicker along with the heater, which seems to come intermittently. the water pump and timing belt were replaced. also, the catalytic converter motor and battery were replaced. updated 04/15/11.Mileage was 133000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JW54R93Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in TUSCALOOSA, AL. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 01, 2010. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Saturn L300 2003 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saturn L300 2003 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: TOWNSEND HONDA . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 205-556-0191 . DEALER'S CITY: TUSCALOOSA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: AL. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 35405 .

Saturn L300 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

Saturn L300 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling Review #10357847

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Mar 27, 2010.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . tl* the contact owns a 2003 saturn l300. the contact stated that the vehicle would exhibit a sharp and abnormal increase in engine rpms when attempting to accelerate. in addition, the vehicle would also exhibit an unusually loud roaring but would not respond. as a result, the catalytic converter failed. the dealer advised the contact that they are aware of the failure but they could offer no assistance. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was approximately 133,000. the consumer stated the interior and exterior lights flicker along with the heater, which seems to come intermittently. the water pump and timing belt were replaced. also, the catalytic converter motor and battery were replaced. updated 04/15/11.Mileage was 133000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JW54R93Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in TUSCALOOSA, AL. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 01, 2010. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Saturn L300 2003 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saturn L300 2003 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: TOWNSEND HONDA . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 205-556-0191 . DEALER'S CITY: TUSCALOOSA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: AL. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 35405 .

Saturn L300 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine

Saturn L300 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Review #10361564

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Apr 30, 2010.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . tl* the contact owns a 2003 saturn l300. the contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing a recurring failure in which it would stall while driving at any speed, without warning. the contact would allow the vehicle to cool off before he was able to restart. the vehicle was taken to several authorized dealers as well as independent repair facilities where they were unable to diagnose the failure. the vehicle was repaired but to no avail. the vehicle continued to stall intermittently at any speed. the failure mileage was 60,000 and the current mileage was 62,000. .Mileage was 60000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JW54R13Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in ST. GENEVIEVE, MO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Saturn L300 2003 Electrical System

Saturn L300 2003 Electrical System Review #10466854

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on May 05, 2012.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . engine stalls after 10 minutes of driving. won't start again for 2 or 3 hours only to run for 10 minutes and stall again. sometimes engine will stall while idling. sometimes the engine light with the wrench in it comes on and the vehicle starts to shift roughly. if i turn off the vehicle and start it again, this light goes off and the vehicle shifts normally. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 84500 miles. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in ESCONDIDO, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.

Saturn L300 2003 Engine

Saturn L300 2003 Engine Review #10466854

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on May 05, 2012.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with ENGINE . engine stalls after 10 minutes of driving. won't start again for 2 or 3 hours only to run for 10 minutes and stall again. sometimes engine will stall while idling. sometimes the engine light with the wrench in it comes on and the vehicle starts to shift roughly. if i turn off the vehicle and start it again, this light goes off and the vehicle shifts normally. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 84500 miles. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in ESCONDIDO, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.

Saturn L300 2003 Fuel/propulsion System

Saturn L300 2003 Fuel/propulsion System Review #10479924

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Sept 27, 2012.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM . external fuel tank leakage due to broken plastic part on fuel pump module. this safety hazard complaint is identical to the just published 9/30/12 recall of 2007-2009 saturn ions in florida for the exact same mechanical fault - broken plastic part on fuel module causing external fuel leakage. gm/chevy will not honor recall on my 2003 saturn l-300 for the same deficiency and safety hazard. infact my vehicle was in the shop for that repair at the same time a recall was published for that problem. i request that my vin be included in the recall repair. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 67770 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JW54R73Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in NEPTUNE BEACH, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Saturn L300 2003 Exterior Lighting

Saturn L300 2003 Exterior Lighting Review #10535084

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Aug 08, 2013.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . tl* the contact owns a 2003 saturn l300. the contact stated when the brake pedal was depressed the brake lights failed to illuminate. the vehicle was not repaired nor was the failure diagnosed. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 114,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 114000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JW54R83Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in IRVINE, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Saturn L300 2003 Exterior Lighting Review #10554959

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Jan 30, 2013.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . while engaging the high beams, smoke began to appear out of the turn signal stalk on the steering column. also, the high beams could no longer be turned off. i had to engage the switch several times before it would turn off. this has happened previously, and the fix was to replace the turn stalk. this is now the second turn signal stalk this has happened to. i am questioning the design of the turn signal stalk. there appears to be some sort of short in the wiring or contacts for the high beams that causes this problem. this is a fire hazard, and therefore a major safety concern. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 130000 miles. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in O'FALLON, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Saturn L300 2003 Electrical System

Saturn L300 2003 Electrical System Review #10554959

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Jan 30, 2013.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . while engaging the high beams, smoke began to appear out of the turn signal stalk on the steering column. also, the high beams could no longer be turned off. i had to engage the switch several times before it would turn off. this has happened previously, and the fix was to replace the turn stalk. this is now the second turn signal stalk this has happened to. i am questioning the design of the turn signal stalk. there appears to be some sort of short in the wiring or contacts for the high beams that causes this problem. this is a fire hazard, and therefore a major safety concern. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 130000 miles. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in O'FALLON, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Saturn L300 2003 Air Bags

Saturn L300 2003 Air Bags Review #10566458

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Apr 20, 2008.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS . in february, 2007 and in april of 2008 i was involved separate front end crashes while driving my 2003 saturn l300. in both instances seatbelt restraints were used (as always), but the air-bags failed to deploy. fortunately, no one was injured. in both instances, i believed that i was fortunate the air-bags didn't open because of the expense involved repairing a deployed air-bag. in late february-2014, general motors announced a large recall of numerous vehicles (saturn ion, saturn vue, chevy cobalt and other vehicles which are similar to my 2003 saturn l300) sitting a defective ignition switch which disables the activation of the vehicles airbags when it is involved an accident! 13 deaths have been attributed to the defective switch, thusfar. although the 2003 saturn l300 is not included in the recall, i believe it should be included because of the air-bag issue that i experienced twice with my l300. in addition, there is a starting problem with the ignition switch, which has arisen since i've owned this car that has happened numerous times during the last 4-5 years. each day the l300 starts fine the first time . however, when the vehicle is shut off, (to get gasoline or to go into a store) the vehicle will fail to re-start. after waiting anywhere form 15 minutes to 1-1/2 hours, the car will start like nothing is wrong. although this happens mostly in the cold weather it has also happened during the summer time as well. i believe this is due to the same defective ignition switch/pass-lock sensor issue as the recalled vehicles. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 45000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JW54R03Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in GREEN ISLAND, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.

Saturn L300 2003 Electrical System

Saturn L300 2003 Electrical System Review #10566458

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Apr 20, 2008.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . in february, 2007 and in april of 2008 i was involved separate front end crashes while driving my 2003 saturn l300. in both instances seatbelt restraints were used (as always), but the air-bags failed to deploy. fortunately, no one was injured. in both instances, i believed that i was fortunate the air-bags didn't open because of the expense involved repairing a deployed air-bag. in late february-2014, general motors announced a large recall of numerous vehicles (saturn ion, saturn vue, chevy cobalt and other vehicles which are similar to my 2003 saturn l300) sitting a defective ignition switch which disables the activation of the vehicles airbags when it is involved an accident! 13 deaths have been attributed to the defective switch, thusfar. although the 2003 saturn l300 is not included in the recall, i believe it should be included because of the air-bag issue that i experienced twice with my l300. in addition, there is a starting problem with the ignition switch, which has arisen since i've owned this car that has happened numerous times during the last 4-5 years. each day the l300 starts fine the first time . however, when the vehicle is shut off, (to get gasoline or to go into a store) the vehicle will fail to re-start. after waiting anywhere form 15 minutes to 1-1/2 hours, the car will start like nothing is wrong. although this happens mostly in the cold weather it has also happened during the summer time as well. i believe this is due to the same defective ignition switch/pass-lock sensor issue as the recalled vehicles. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 45000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JW54R03Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in GREEN ISLAND, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.

Saturn L300 2003 Engine

Saturn L300 2003 Engine Review #10573351

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Nov 07, 2008.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with ENGINE . tl* the contact owns a 2003 saturn l300. the contact stated that the vehicle overheated and there was a leak which allowed water to drip into the cabin. the contact also stated that the key failed to turn while in the ignition and was difficult to remove. the contact then mentioned that smoke emitted from the ignition and engine compartment and the instrument panel erroneously dimmed. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was repaired. the contact was unsure of what exact repairs were done. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximately failure mileage was 86,112..Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 86112 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JW54R33Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in BATON ROUGE, LA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Saturn L300 2003 Electrical System

Saturn L300 2003 Electrical System Review #10573351

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Nov 07, 2008.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . tl* the contact owns a 2003 saturn l300. the contact stated that the vehicle overheated and there was a leak which allowed water to drip into the cabin. the contact also stated that the key failed to turn while in the ignition and was difficult to remove. the contact then mentioned that smoke emitted from the ignition and engine compartment and the instrument panel erroneously dimmed. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was repaired. the contact was unsure of what exact repairs were done. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximately failure mileage was 86,112..Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 86112 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JW54R33Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in BATON ROUGE, LA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Saturn L300 2003 Electrical System Review #10577366

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Feb 18, 2011.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . on a rainy night, jan 10, 2014, i came out of work and started my car. i thanked god it started because sometimes it wouldn't start at all. even after replacing almost every engine part including the computer. i started driving out of the parking spot and i smelled something burning inside the car. the engine started revving wildly up and down. i had no control of the car. white thick smoke filled the car fast. flames started shooting out at me from under the dashboard. i was so panicked that i could hardly get out of the car. the insurance co totaled it and i still owe 500.00! i've spent more money trying to get the car to start when i want it to and to stop shutting off while im driving on the highway with my children and or infant granddaughter. this 2003 saturn l300 has been nothing but a financial and mental nightmare only to go up in smoke, ruin my credit, and leave me stranded with no vehicle once again. *tr.Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 12500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JW54R93Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in TOBYHANNA, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 3 mph.

Saturn L300 2003 Electronic Stability Control

Saturn L300 2003 Electronic Stability Control Review #10577366

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Feb 18, 2011.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL . on a rainy night, jan 10, 2014, i came out of work and started my car. i thanked god it started because sometimes it wouldn't start at all. even after replacing almost every engine part including the computer. i started driving out of the parking spot and i smelled something burning inside the car. the engine started revving wildly up and down. i had no control of the car. white thick smoke filled the car fast. flames started shooting out at me from under the dashboard. i was so panicked that i could hardly get out of the car. the insurance co totaled it and i still owe 500.00! i've spent more money trying to get the car to start when i want it to and to stop shutting off while im driving on the highway with my children and or infant granddaughter. this 2003 saturn l300 has been nothing but a financial and mental nightmare only to go up in smoke, ruin my credit, and leave me stranded with no vehicle once again. *tr.Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 12500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JW54R93Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in TOBYHANNA, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 3 mph.

Saturn L300 2003 Vehicle Speed Control

Saturn L300 2003 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10577366

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Feb 18, 2011.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . on a rainy night, jan 10, 2014, i came out of work and started my car. i thanked god it started because sometimes it wouldn't start at all. even after replacing almost every engine part including the computer. i started driving out of the parking spot and i smelled something burning inside the car. the engine started revving wildly up and down. i had no control of the car. white thick smoke filled the car fast. flames started shooting out at me from under the dashboard. i was so panicked that i could hardly get out of the car. the insurance co totaled it and i still owe 500.00! i've spent more money trying to get the car to start when i want it to and to stop shutting off while im driving on the highway with my children and or infant granddaughter. this 2003 saturn l300 has been nothing but a financial and mental nightmare only to go up in smoke, ruin my credit, and leave me stranded with no vehicle once again. *tr.Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 12500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JW54R93Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in TOBYHANNA, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 3 mph.

Saturn L300 2003 Suspension

Saturn L300 2003 Suspension Review #10588754

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Mar 15, 2013.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with SUSPENSION . left front spring in macpherson strut snapped at the bottom. the point of the break was heavily rusted. repair had to be made with used parts, costing about $800, as aftermarket parts for this vehicle are not available, and dealer parts are overpriced to almost being at vehicle blue book value. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 61500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JW54R93Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in ROSEMOUNT, MN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Saturn L300 2003 Engine

Saturn L300 2003 Engine Review #10592355

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Dec 23, 2011.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with ENGINE . tl* the contact owns a 2003 saturn l300. while driving 35 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. the vehicle was towed to the dealer, but they could not diagnose the cause of failure. the vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was not notified. the vin was unavailable. the failure mileage was 93,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 93000 miles. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in ORLANDO, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.

Saturn L300 2003 Vehicle Speed Control

Saturn L300 2003 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10596634

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on June 05, 2014.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . tl* the contact owns a 2003 saturn l300. the contact stated that while attempting to park, the vehicle suddenly accelerated and caused the contact to crash into a tree. no injuries were reported. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 100,000..Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 100000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JW54R23Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in BALTIMORE, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Saturn L300 2003 Electrical System

Saturn L300 2003 Electrical System Review #10597092

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Aug 15, 2012.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . computer which records and displays speed, engine rpm, mileage, and vehicle warnings failed completely. this failure meant the dash no longer records mileage, and will not display speed or rpm. dangerous failure for untrained driver. unknown speed could lead to unsafe driving or crash, having potential to cause deadly accident. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 137346 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JW84R43Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in ST. LOUIS PARK, MN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph.

Saturn L300 2003 Exterior Lighting

Saturn L300 2003 Exterior Lighting Review #10606478

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on June 18, 2014.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . the cluster lights, brake lights, and parking lights have gone out. it shows for other models; but mine that it is a safety concern. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 102000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JU54F93Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in GERMANTOWN, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph.

Saturn L300 2003 Exterior Lighting Brake Lights

Saturn L300 2003 Exterior Lighting Brake Lights Review #10621457

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Aug 09, 2014.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS . tl* the contact owns a 2003 saturn l300. the contact stated that the brake lights failed on the vehicle. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified. the failure mileage was 106,800. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 160800 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JW54R83Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in KOKOMO, IN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Saturn L300 2003 Electrical System

Saturn L300 2003 Electrical System Review #10627094

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Aug 20, 2014.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . ignition switch will not start the car. it is in the off position. i am having a new switch installed. i do not understand why this car part is not on the recall list. all other 2003 saturns are being recalled.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 140000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JW54RX3Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in LIVONIA, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Saturn L300 2003 Engine

Saturn L300 2003 Engine Review #10627094

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Aug 20, 2014.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with ENGINE . ignition switch will not start the car. it is in the off position. i am having a new switch installed. i do not understand why this car part is not on the recall list. all other 2003 saturns are being recalled.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 140000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JW54RX3Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in LIVONIA, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Saturn L300 2003 Steering

Saturn L300 2003 Steering Review #10627094

SATURN L300 2003 car safety problem was reported on Aug 20, 2014.SATURN L300 2003, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with STEERING . ignition switch will not start the car. it is in the off position. i am having a new switch installed. i do not understand why this car part is not on the recall list. all other 2003 saturns are being recalled.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 140000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1G8JW54RX3Y. Saturn L300 2003 problem was reported in LIVONIA, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.


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Saturn L300 2003 Reports


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shifting lever broke cant shift any more

going down the road the car passlock come on the car will stop & will not start . you have to erased codes then it will start.

After 1994 saturn sl2 gets to cruising temp. it starts stalling out at stops. Its like it has a dead spot upon take off.

yes one more 98 SL2 that has had this button pop out while parked .   Does GM need to hear that one of these cars accidently rolled down a street and killed a kid to realize this issue is unacceptable?  They need to make these by the thousands

2004 Saturn Vue AWD when vehicle is cold and I press on gas pedal it won't go over 10 mph for the first couple times I stop after that it runs fine.

key will not turn in ignition

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staurn sl2 automatic sutck in 3rd gear, when this happens, the radio dont work, the electric door locks dont work, and the rear defrost dont work, changed battery but no change

When braking my Saturn 2003 Vue there is a thum-thump-thump sound that seems to be coming from the rear. I have had this checked out at the same GMC dealership three different times. The springs on the rear brakes were weak and replaced. The rear

All the lamps in the cluster are flickering on and off And the turn signal lamps stay on when you put the key in and turn to first position. what could be the problem does anyone know ? 

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