2004 Saturn L300 vs 2005 Saturn L300
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2004 Saturn L300 | 2005 Saturn L300 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 61 | 25 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 366 | 452 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–25 | 21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 64,070 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Saturn L300 | Saturn L300 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 15 | 7 |
| Exterior Lighting | 12 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 8 | 4 |
| Power Train | 6 | 3 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 1 |
| Steering | 3 | 2 |
| Engine | 3 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 8 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 6 | 0 |
2004 Saturn L300
2005 Saturn L300
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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.