Saturn Z Problems by Year
NHTSA has 2 owner complaints and 4 safety recalls on file for the Saturn Z, across 4 model years (1995–2002). The 1997 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Saturn Z years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Z model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
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 Z problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Saturn Z model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 Z | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 1997 Z | 1 | 2 | — | Electrical System | |
| 1996 Z | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 1995 Z | 1 | 1 | — | Seats |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Saturn Z years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1997 (1), 1995 (1). 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 Z?
Electrical System, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Saturn Z have?
4 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.