MYRModel Year Report

2003 Saturn L300

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2003 Saturn L300
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:49:03.797Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Saturn L300 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2003 highlighted. 2003: 42 complaints 2003 2004: 61 complaints 2004 2005: 25 complaints 2005
2003: 42 complaints
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YearComplaints
200342
200461
200525

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING 26%

26% of complaints: exterior lighting — 11 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing headlights and turn signal.

FIRE
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 24%

24% of complaints: electrical system — 10 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing control module.

CRASH FIRE
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 SATURN L300. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE OVERHEATED AND THERE WAS A LEAK WHICH ALLOWED WATER TO DRIP INTO THE CABIN.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140319

IN FEBRUARY, 2007 AND IN APRIL OF 2008 I WAS INVOLVED SEPARATE FRONT END CRASHES WHILE DRIVING MY 2003 SATURN L300. IN BOTH INSTANCES SEATBELT RESTRAINTS WERE USED (AS ALWAYS), BUT THE AIR-BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. FORTUNATELY, NO ONE WAS INJURED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140228

Also filed under AIR BAGS

ENGINE 12%

12% of complaints: engine — 5 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 12%

12% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing engine and catalytic convertor.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 10%

10% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 4 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20060124 — PE (closed 20060606)

TIMING CHAIN FAILURE

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2003 Saturn L300 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (11 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (10 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (5 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2003 Saturn L300 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Saturn L300?

The most-reported component is exterior lighting, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2003 Saturn L300 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.