1991 Saturn SL vs 1993 Saturn SL
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 | 1991 Saturn SL | 1993 Saturn SL |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 29 | 175 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 2 | 2 |
| Investigations | 1 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 24 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 8 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–27 | 24–28 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Saturn SL | Saturn SL |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 32 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 30 |
| Seat Belts | 12 | 15 |
| Power Train | 1 | 26 |
| Seats | 4 | 21 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 19 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 19 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Brake problems | 0 | 10 |
| Stalling | 0 | 8 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 6 |
1991 Saturn SL
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.