1991 Saturn Sc problems

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Analysis of common problems
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Common 1991 Saturn Sc problems

The 1991 Saturn SC is known for several common problems, primarily related to the transmission and engine.

Head Gasket Issues:
Another common problem with the 1991 Saturn SC is head gasket failure. This issue can lead to a variety of symptoms, including hard starting, rough running, and stalling. The temperature gauge may also fluctuate or read erratically. Head gasket problems can be caused by several factors, including overheating, age, and high mileage.

Electrical Issues:
The 1991 Saturn SC can also experience electrical problems, such as intermittent electrical shorts in the coolant temperature sensor. These issues can cause the PCM to change the fuel mixture, leading to hard starting, rough running, and stalling. Electrical problems can be challenging to diagnose and may require specialized equipment and expertise.

Engine Trouble:
The 1.9 liter automatic DOHC engine in the 1991 Saturn SC can experience various issues, such as difficulty starting. This problem can be caused by several factors, including faulty ignition components, fuel delivery issues, or electrical problems.

Cooling System Issues:
The cooling system in the 1991 Saturn SC can also cause problems, such as overheating or leaks. These issues can be caused by several factors, including worn-out hoses, damaged radiators, or failed water pumps.

In summary, the 1991 Saturn SC is known for several common problems, primarily related to the transmission and engine. These issues can lead to various symptoms, such as hard starting, rough running, stalling, and overheating. Owners of this vehicle should be aware of these common problems and take proactive steps to maintain their vehicles and address any issues as soon as they arise.

1991 Saturn Sc car problems categorized by type of issue

After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Saturn Sc problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:

Seat belts problems
Engine and engine cooling problems
Steering problems

The graph below shows statistics for all 1991 Saturn Sc vehicle components and the number of complaints received.

1991 Saturn Sc complaints

The NHTSA has received 5 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1991 Saturn Sc.

2001-07-10

SEAT BELTS PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2001-05-01
VIN: 1G8ZG1474MZ
Components: SEAT BELTS
Summary: AUTOMATIC SEATBELTS FAILS TO OPERATE. *AK

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1998-11-29

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 1998-05-28
VIN: 1G8ZH1476MZ
Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Summary: MY WIFE WAS DRIVING THE CAR WHEN SMOKE BEGAN TO EMIT AND THE GENERATOR LIGHT WAS ON. THE CAR WAS TOWED TO OUR HOUSE. UPON EXAMINING THE VEHICLE, THE ENGINE BLOCK WAS CRACKED WHERE THE GENERATOR IS SCREWED TO THE ENGINE BLOCK. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO SATURN OF DADELAND ON 05/29/1998. THEY REPLACED CRACKED ENGINE BLOCK, ALL CRANKSHAFT BEARINGS, TIMING CHAIN & GUIDES, PISTON RINGS, VALVE STEM SEALS, & LAPPED ALL VALVES, INSTALLED NEW GENERATOR & BOLTS. TOTAL COST: $3196.67

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1997-09-09

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,SEAT BELTS PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 1997-08-04
VIN: 1G8ZG147XMZ
Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,SEAT BELTS
Summary: WHEN OPENING THE DOOR TO GET INTO THE VEHICLE THE SEAT BELT RETRACTOR DOESN'T MOVE. ONCE GETTING IN AND CLOSING THE DOOR, THE SEAT BELT RETRACTOR STILL WILL NOT MOVE. AK CONSUMER ALSO STATED THAT THE ENGINE HAD TO BE REBUILT.*JB

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1996-09-24

STEERING PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 1996-08-25
Number Of Injuries: 3
Crash: 1
VIN: 1G8ZH1470MZ
Components: STEERING
Summary: STEERING FAILED, CAUSING ACCIDENT.

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1995-11-20

SEAT BELTS PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
Components: SEAT BELTS
Summary: BOTH FRONT PASSIVE RESTRAINTS FAIL TO OPERATE, W/OWNER NOTIFYING SATURN MANUFACTURER. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT

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1991 Saturn Sc recalls

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 1991 Saturn Sc.

1993-08-10

Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
Summary: THE GENERATOR ELECTRICAL WIRING IS NOT PROTECTED AGAINST EXCESSIVE CURRENT FLOW WHICH MAY BE CAUSED BY AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CIRCUIT IN THE GENERATOR.
Consequence: SHOULD AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CIRCUIT OCCUR IN THEGENERATOR, THE GENERATOR WIRING HARNESS WOULD EXPERIENCE EXCESSIVE CURRENT FLOW.UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, ENOUGH HEAT COULD BE GENERATED TO IGNITE SURROUNDINGMATERIALS. IF THIS OCCURS, AN UNDERHOOD FIRE COULD RESULT WITH OR WITHOUT THEENGINE RUNNING AND WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Remedy: THE GENERATOR WIRING HARNESS WILL BE REPLACED WITH ONE THAT WILL OPEN AS A FUSE WOULD UNDER CERTAIN EXCESSIVE CURRENT FLOW CONDITIONS.