1997 Saturn SC1 electrical system problems
12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 1997 Saturn SC1 — 20% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Drivers seat slides backwards without using the "adjustment lever". Sometimes just backing up at 3-5 mph, also at hwy speeds. Also slides backwards after being adjusted by the driver-always adjusted while parked, never moving. Also, seatbelts worked fine until recall notice (99-2000/"repaired" by…”
filed Jan 3, 2012
“Tl*the contact owns a 1997 saturn sc2. The contact experienced difficulty removing the key from the ignition. He made several attempts before the key released; however, the ignition switch was in the accessory position. The driver maneuvered the key in different positions for approximately five to…”
filed Mar 9, 2009
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Electrical System problems in other SC1 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 SC1 | 4 | 16% |
| 1999 SC1 | 2 | 10% |
| 1998 SC1 | 4 | 10% |
| 1996 SC1 | 10 | 26% |
| 1995 SC1 | 4 | 7% |
| 1994 SC1 | 4 | 5% |
| 1993 SC1 | 9 | 16% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1997 Saturn SC1
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.