MYRModel Year Report

2000 Saturn LS

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2000 Saturn LS
BUILT 2026-10-10

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
382
Recalls
6

Campaigns on file for 2000

Investigations
7

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Engine and engine cooling

37% of complaints

Complaints per year

2000: 382 complaints 2000 382 2001: 582 complaints 2001 2002: 493 complaints 2002 2004: 1 complaint 2004
2000: 382 complaints 2000 382 2001: 582 complaints 2001 2002: 493 complaints 2002 2004: 1 complaint 2004
2000: 382 complaints 2000 382 2001: 582 complaints 2001 2002: 493 complaints 2002 2004: 1 complaint 2004

2000: 382 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19990
2000382
2001582
2002493
20041

Known problem areas

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

Engine and engine cooling

37% · 142 reports

Most commonly citing engine and belts and associated pulleys.

FIREINJURY

Exterior lighting

19% · 73 reports

Most commonly citing brake lights and tail lights.

CRASHFIREINJURY
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Tl* the contact owns a 2000 Saturn LS1. The contact stated that while sitting at a traffic stop, another vehicle rear-ended the contact's vehicle. The contact stated that the break lights failed to alert the other driver that she was braking.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-06-15

Electrical system

17% · 64 reports

Most commonly citing switch and module.

FIRE
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Driving home I smelled an electrical burning smell. I then noticed smoke coming from the steering column. With the car off the smoke continued and the high beams were on.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-08-22

Car leaking oil - now engine trouble

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-02-12

Also filed under Engine and service brakes

Steering

10% · 39 reports

Most commonly citing pump and hydraulic power assist system.

INJURY

Suspension

8% · 29 reports

Most commonly citing rear and front.

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 7 investigations · oldest first

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    1999-07-23Fuel system, gasoline99V197000 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles do not comply with requirements of FMVSS No. 301, "Fuel system integrity." These vehicles may have been produced with an inoperative valve…

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the vehicles to ensure that the fuel tank assembly valve is operating as intended. They will replace the fuel tank assembly if necessary.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    1999-07-23Exterior lighting99V199000 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles do not comply with requirements of FMVSS No. 108, "Lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." Because of a problem in the hazard…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the hazard warning switch assembly.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    1999-10-27Preliminary evaluationClosed 2000-02-11 Post-collision fuel system integrity
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    1999-12-01Fuel system, gasoline99V345000 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Fuel tank assemblies in these vehicles have an over pressure relief (Opr) valve that can become stuck open in a frontal collision. If the vehicle rolls…

    Remedy: Dealers will permanently seal the outlet port of the opr valve.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2000-08-24Seat belts00V228003 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles, light duty trucks, sport utility vehicles, and mini vans equipped with trw seat belt buckle assemblies. The buckle base of these seat belt assemblies were…

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the vehicle's safety belt buckle assembly date codes and, if necessary, will replace any safety belt buckle assembly.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2003-07-01Electrical system03V231000 On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2.2L L4 (L61) engines, a failure of the ignition control module may cause deterioration in idle quality, reduction in overall engine power, and the…

    Remedy: Dealers will (1) replace the ignition control module, (2) replace the ignition control module and spark plugs, or (3) replace the ignition control module, spark plugs, and update the powertrain…

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    2005-02-10Defect petitionClosed 2005-02-22 Inoperative tail lamps
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    2005-02-15Preliminary evaluationClosed 2005-06-03 Inoperative tail lamps
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    2005-10-17Exterior lighting05V245000 On certain sedans and wagons, the plastic housing in the rear tail lamp assembly can become distorted if the brake lamps remain on for an extended time.

    Remedy: Dealers will install two new tail lamp reinforcing socket adapters and sockets free of charge. The recall began on October 17, 2005. Owners may contact Saturn at 1-800-972-8876.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2005-12-20Defect petitionClosed 2006-02-06 Timing chain failure
  11. I
    2006-01-24Preliminary evaluationClosed 2006-06-06 Timing chain failure
  12. I
    2008-06-18Defect petitionClosed 2008-10-16 Timing chain failure-stall
  13. I
    2008-10-16Preliminary evaluationClosed 2009-04-08 Timing chain breaks, engine stall

Buy-smart checklist

2000 Saturn LS — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 142 reports on file for this year.
  • Exterior lighting: 73 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 64 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 99V197000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 99V199000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 99V345000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 00V228003 · Seat belts
  • Recall 03V231000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 05V245000 · Exterior lighting
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2000 Saturn LS 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 2000 Saturn LS?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 37% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 Saturn LS have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-06 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.