2002 Saturn Saturn S Series Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Saturn S Series years
- Not enough data 1st of 3 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2002 Saturn Saturn S Series. That is the most of any Saturn S Series model year in the database (3 years). The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 97,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2002 Saturn Saturn S Series problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 100% | 97,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2002 Saturn Saturn S Series recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2002 Saturn Saturn S Series.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 saturn s series. The contact stated that the vehicle constantly shuts off ever since it was purchased. The vehicle must remain parked for at least a week before it will restart. After the most recent failure, the vehicle had to be towed to the dealer. The technician could…
Other Saturn Saturn S Series years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 1 | 0 |
| 1999 Saturn S Series | 1 | 0 |
| 1997 Saturn S Series | 1 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Saturn Saturn S Series?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2002 Saturn Saturn S Series?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2002 Saturn Saturn S Series a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Saturn S Series model years, the 2002 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.