1998 Saturn SL problems by component
168 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1998 Saturn SL, grouped by the component owners reported. Each component links to a detailed breakdown with mileage, severity and owner reports.
| Component | Complaints | Share | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train → | 33 | 20% | 58,304 mi |
| Engine and Engine Cooling → | 28 | 17% | — |
| Seat Belts → | 17 | 10% | — |
| Visibility → | 17 | 10% | — |
| Electrical System → | 16 | 10% | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic → | 16 | 10% | — |
| Tires → | 12 | 7% | — |
| Structure | 9 | 5% | — |
| Air Bags | 8 | 5% | — |
| Seats | 7 | 4% | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 4% | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 | 3% | — |
| Equipment | 4 | 2% | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 | 2% | — |
| Parking Brake | 4 | 2% | — |
| Steering | 4 | 2% | — |
| Suspension | 4 | 2% | — |
| Child Seat | 2 | 1% | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 2 | 1% | — |
| Interior Lighting | 2 | 1% | — |
| Engine | 1 | 1% | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1% | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 1% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.