2000 Saturn LS vs 2001 Saturn LS
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 | 2000 Saturn LS | 2001 Saturn LS |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 382 | 582 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 196 | 191 |
| Investigations | 7 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 14 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 14 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–24 | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 77,000 mi | 80,312 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Saturn LS | Saturn LS |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 140 | 300 |
| Electrical System | 63 | 80 |
| Exterior Lighting | 62 | 51 |
| Steering | 35 | 29 |
| Suspension | 28 | 29 |
| Power Train | 25 | 30 |
| Engine | 10 | 41 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 20 | 13 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 36 | 110 |
| Vibration / shaking | 23 | 20 |
| Rust / corrosion | 16 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 14 | 29 |
| Clunking / rattling | 9 | 8 |
| Won’t start | 6 | 9 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 6 | 0 |
| Shifting problems | 5 | 0 |
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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.