1991 Saturn Sports coupe problems

Common 1991 Saturn Sports coupe problems

The 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe, also known as the SC, was a popular car in its time, but like any vehicle, it had its share of common problems. Here are some of the issues that owners have reported over the years:

• Airbag Issues: The 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe did not come standard with a driver-side airbag, but it was added as an option in 1992. However, in 1993, a standard driver-side airbag was added to all Saturn subcompacts, and a passenger-side airbag was added in 1995. Some owners have reported issues with the airbags, including problems with the deployment sensors and concerns about the safety of the airbags in certain types of accidents.

• Power Door Locks: In 1994, revised power door locks were introduced on the Saturn Sports Coupe. However, some owners have reported issues with the power door locks, including problems with the locking mechanism and concerns about the safety of the locks in certain types of accidents.
• Air Conditioning: In 1994, CFC-free air conditioning was introduced on the Saturn Sports Coupe. However, some owners have reported issues with the air conditioning system, including problems with the compressor and concerns about the efficiency of the system in certain types of weather.
• Interior Changes: In 1995, the interior of the Saturn Sports Coupe was completely redesigned, with a new dashboard and dual airbags. However, some owners have reported issues with the new interior, including problems with the fit and finish of the dashboard and concerns about the durability of the new materials.
• Electronic 4-Speed Automatic Transmission: In 1996, an electronic 4-speed automatic transmission was introduced on the Saturn Sports Coupe. However, some owners have reported issues with the transmission, including problems with the adaptive shift program and concerns about the durability of the transmission in certain types of driving conditions.
• Traction Control: In 1996, traction control was introduced on the Saturn Sports Coupe. However, some owners have reported issues with the traction control system, including problems with the sensors and concerns about the effectiveness of the system in certain types of driving conditions.

These are just some of the common problems that owners of the 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe have reported over the years. While these issues can be frustrating, many of them can be addressed with routine maintenance and repairs. If you are considering purchasing a used 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe, it is important to do your research and be aware of these common issues.

What went wrong with Saturn cars?

Saturn, a GM company that had great promise in the early 1990s, ultimately failed because senior GM leaders couldn't see the benefits of new ways of doing things and a new kind of organizational culture.

Is Saturn a reliable car?

Plus, for the most part, the cars were fairly reliable. Twin-cam models were consistently solid and although single-cam engines from 1992 to 1998 occasionally developed cylinder head cracks, that issue seemed to only affect a small percentage of Saturns.

Who made Saturn engines?

General Motors

The powerplant used in Saturn S-Series automobiles was a straight-4 aluminum piston engine produced by Saturn, a subsidiary of General Motors.

How many miles per gallon does a 1991 Saturn S-Series get?

27 MPG

1991 S-Series Highlights

Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	27 MPG
Cost to Drive	$160/month
Drivetrain	front wheel drive

1991 Saturn Sports coupe car problems categorized by type of issue

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

• Service brakes problems
• Hydraulic problems

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