1992 Saturn SL power train problems
13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 1992 Saturn SL — 11% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Shift cable linkage broke at shifter while shifting during acceleration ,momentary loss of control due to no power at wheels near miss of big rig. Had to drive on sidewalk-and lawn. *tr”
filed Aug 17, 2008
“When changing gears vehicle hesitates before engaging the gear. If driver's foot is not on brake pedal, at this time, vehicle would take off. Problem was reported to the dealership about 8 or 9 months ago. Problem has not been corrected. Please provide any further information. *ak”
filed Oct 23, 2000
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Power Train problems in other SL years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 SL | 22 | 17% |
| 2001 SL | 20 | 18% |
| 2000 SL | 35 | 24% |
| 1999 SL | 22 | 12% |
| 1998 SL | 33 | 20% |
| 1997 SL | 23 | 10% |
| 1996 SL | 37 | 13% |
| 1995 SL | 40 | 11% |
| 1994 SL | 35 | 12% |
| 1993 SL | 26 | 15% |
| 1991 SL | 1 | 3% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1992 Saturn SL
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.