1997 Saturn SC vs 1997 Toyota Corolla
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 | 1997 Saturn SC | 1997 Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 33 | 135 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 6 | 46 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 22 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 25–28 | 24–29 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 99,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Saturn SC | Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 6 | 38 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 29 |
| Electrical System | 10 | 7 |
| Tires | 3 | 7 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 9 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 4 |
| Power Train | 3 | 6 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 8 |
1997 Saturn SC
1997 Toyota Corolla
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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.