2002 Saturn SL Other or unknown Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 3%of 131 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 42,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the other or unknown of the 2002 Saturn SL, 3% of the 131 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 42,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
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.
“Antenna connector (holder) fails on a 2002 Saturn sl1 with 42k miles on it radio wouldn't receive fm reception over 30 miles! Had factory put back in and no difference thought radio was bad not the case! Removed holder which was difficult to do took 5 hours removing and putting a new one in cost 44.00 for part dealer refused to pay for it! Spent 50.00 removing radio and re-installing radio! Antenna connector (holder) had salt build up in it!”
NHTSA complaint #10164325, filed 2006-08, 42,000 miles“The coolant system breaks frequently. The radiator breaks about every year. There also seems to be a sticking accelerator. If you have to accelerate very quickly. The car will idle abnormally high for weeks before returning to normal. The ignition key comes out without turning the vehicle off.”
NHTSA complaint #10934318, filed 2016-12Related service bulletins
- 11020816Jul 18, 2025This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.
- 11004557Jun 17, 2024This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
- 10113662May 27, 2015This informational bulletin provides dealership personnel with information on flexible fuel vehicles (FFVs) and the usage of E85 fuel in GM vehicles.
Other or unknown: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 4 | 3% |
| 2001 | 4 | 4% |
| 2000 | 7 | 5% |
| 1999 | 4 | 2% |
| 1998 | 10 | 6% |
| 1997 | 8 | 4% |
| 1996 | 3 | 1% |
| 1995 | 6 | 2% |
| 1994 | 8 | 3% |
| 1993 | 3 | 2% |
| 1992 | 3 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2002 Saturn SL
43 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
22 complaintsEngine cooling
16 complaintsBrakes
10 complaintsAir bags
9 complaintsSeats
9 complaintsSteering
8 complaintsEngine
5 complaintsExterior lighting
5 complaintsTires
5 complaintsFuel system
4 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2002 Saturn SL
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 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