2002 Saturn LS power train problems
26 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2002 Saturn LS — 5% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Takata recall vehicle in park when started. Lights dim an go bright on dash. Fan goes on when motor not hot. When fan goes on and car is being driven car will jump when car shifts gears. I only can drive on side roads. To nervous to go on highway now. Only happens when cooling fan is on. I have…”
filed Jul 30, 2018
“Encountered rough gear changes while driving. Took the car to a gm dealer for an inspection. The trouble code p1811 was " transmission fluid leakage causing pressure control solenoid malfunction per c obt" recommend transmission replacement"”
filed Sep 25, 2017
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
PI1394B · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jan 12, 2024
Power Train problems in other LS years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 LS | 30 | 5% |
| 2000 LS | 25 | 7% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2002 Saturn LS
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.