1993 Dodge Shadow vs 1993 Saturn SL
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 | 1993 Dodge Shadow | 1993 Saturn SL |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 107 | 175 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 41 | 2 |
| Investigations | 4 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 15 | 24 |
| Fire reports | 8 | 8 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–26 | 24–28 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Shadow | Saturn SL |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 14 | 30 |
| Power Train | 16 | 26 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 | 32 |
| Seats | 14 | 21 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 19 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 19 |
| Air Bags | 9 | 10 |
| Structure | 10 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 10 |
| Stalling | 0 | 8 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 6 |
1993 Dodge Shadow
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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.