1993 Saturn SC1 Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 9about this part
- Share
- 16%of 58 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 53,018miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 9 complaints about the electrical system of the 1993 Saturn SC1, 16% of the 58 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 53,018 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers. 2 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Consumer was driving at approximately 25 MPH and suddenly the lights went dim and smoke began coming from the front of the vehicle. The service manager told consumer that there was a fire coming from the engine compartment, and the wire that connected to the alternator melted.”
NHTSA complaint #10107214, filed 2005-01, 106,000 miles“Generator failed prematurely, causing vehicle to stall while driving. The vehicle was not included in the recall. Recall# 93v132000 the consumer stated the alternator failed three times.”
NHTSA complaint #10042165, filed 2003-11, 35 miles“While driving carbon monoxide fumes would be entering vehicle through floorboard. Would have static electric charge to left knee. Doors were excessively heavy to open or close. Door locks failed to be operated properly. Panel lights would come on or go off by themselves. Taking vehicle to dealership to have mechanic check it out.”
NHTSA complaint #883278, filed 2001-03“The battery cable failed which caused the consumer to replace the battery every year. A recall was issued, however, this vehicle was not included in the recall. The Saturn dealer refused to fix the battery cable. Recall# 93v094000.”
NHTSA complaint #10042161, filed 2003-11Related recalls
- 93V132000Aug 10, 1993The generator electrical wiring is not protected against excessive current flow which may be caused by an electrical short circuit in the generator.Covers: Saturn SC1 1991–1993, SC 1991–1993, SL 1991–1993 +2 more
- 93V094000May 25, 1993The positive battery cable terminal at the starter solenoid may be formed incorrectly. Incorrectly formed terminals can contact the starter solenoid housing…Covers: Saturn SC1 1993, SL 1993, SW 1993
Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 4 | 16% |
| 2000 | 2 | 25% |
| 1999 | 2 | 10% |
| 1998 | 4 | 10% |
| 1997 | 12 | 20% |
| 1996 | 10 | 26% |
| 1995 | 4 | 7% |
| 1994 | 4 | 5% |
| 1993 | 9 | 16% |
| 1992 | 2 | 13% |
Other parts of the 1993 Saturn SC1
12 complaintsSeats
12 complaintsEngine cooling
9 complaintsSeat belts
6 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
5 complaintsVehicle speed control
4 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
2 complaintsTires
2 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
2 complaintsEquipment
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1993 Saturn SC1
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology