Saturn LW200 Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 19, 2022 · 21 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 21 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Saturn LW200, across 4 model years (2000–2003). The 2002 model year has the most complaints (8). The most reported problem area overall is engine.

Peak: 2001, with 8 complaints
2000: 4200042001: 8200182002: 8200282003: 120031

n = 21 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Saturn LW200 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No LW200 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2002 LW200: 8 complaints, 0 recalls
  2. 2001 LW200: 8 complaints, 0 recalls
  3. 2000 LW200: 4 complaints, 0 recalls

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common Saturn LW200 problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Engine1230
Electrical System541
Exterior Lighting220
Fuel/propulsion System210
Fuel System, Gasoline210
Steering220
Suspension220
Engine and Engine Cooling110

All Saturn LW200 model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2003 LW20010—Electrical System
2002 LW20080—Engine
2001 LW20080—Engine
2000 LW20040—Electrical System

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Frequently asked questions

Which Saturn LW200 years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2002 (8), 2001 (8), 2000 (4). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the Saturn LW200?

Engine, with 12 complaints across 3 model years.

How many recalls does the Saturn LW200 have?

0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.