1993 Hyundai Elantra vs 1993 Saturn SL
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1993 Hyundai Elantra | 1993 Saturn SL |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 24 | 175 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 16 | 2 |
| Investigations | 2 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 24 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 8 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–22 | 24–28 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Elantra | Saturn SL |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 32 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 30 |
| Power Train | 5 | 26 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 19 |
| Seats | 0 | 21 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 19 |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 15 |
| Air Bags | 0 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Brake problems | 0 | 10 |
| Stalling | 0 | 8 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 6 |
1993 Hyundai Elantra
1993 Saturn SL
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.