1993 Geo Prizm 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 | 1993 Geo Prizm | 1993 Saturn SL |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 77 | 175 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 4 | 2 |
| Investigations | 1 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 21 | 24 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 8 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–27 | 24–28 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Geo Prizm | Saturn SL |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 8 | 30 |
| Air Bags | 27 | 10 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 32 |
| Power Train | 1 | 26 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 19 |
| Seats | 4 | 21 |
| Seat Belts | 9 | 15 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 0 | 19 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 7 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 10 |
| Stalling | 0 | 8 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 6 |
1993 Geo Prizm
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.