MYRModel Year Report

1992 Saturn SC

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1992 Saturn SC
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:52:36.148Z

Only 16 complaints on file — too few 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.

Only 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Saturn SC Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1992 highlighted. 1991: 5 complaints 1991 1992: 16 complaints 1992 1993: 23 complaints 1993 1994: 51 complaints 1995: 39 complaints 1995 1996: 26 complaints 1997: 33 complaints 1997 1998: 13 complaints 1999: 24 complaints 1999 2000: 7 complaints 2001: 21 complaints 2001 2002: 38 complaints 2002
1992: 16 complaints
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YearComplaints
19915
199216
199323
199451
199539
199626
199733
199813
199924
20007
200121
200238

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 16 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SEAT BELTS

8 of 16 total reports mention: seat belts.

Show complaint excerpts

THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT RETRACTOR IS NOT WORKING . TT CONSUMER STATES MOTORIZED BELT MADE BUZZIING NOISES AND HAD INCOMPLETE RETRACTION, EARLIER THE MOTOR HAD QUIT ALL TOGETHER, DEALER DECLINED TO REMEDY DEFECT DUE TO OUT OF WARRANTY.

NHTSA ODI report, 19951020

THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT RETRACTOR IS NOT WORKING WHEN OPENING THE DOOR. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950601

SEAT BELTS

2 of 16 total reports mention: seat belts.

VISIBILITY

1 of 16 total reports mentions: visibility.

TIRES

1 of 16 total reports mentions: tires.

STRUCTURE

1 of 16 total reports mentions: structure.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19920619 — power train

THE TRANSAXLE VALVE ASSEMBLIES WERE IMPROPERLY MACHINED. VEHICLES MAY NOT PROPERLY ENGAGE IN NEUTRAL OR PARK, EVEN THOUGH THE GEAR SELECTOR INDICATES THE VEHICLE IS IN NEUTRAL OR PARK.

Remedy: REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE VALVE BODIES.

Campaign 92V098000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19930205 — PE (closed 19930608)

SEATBACK FAILURE

I 19930608 — EA (closed 19940726)

FR SEATBACK RECLINER FAILS

R 19930806 — electrical system

THE GENERATOR ELECTRICAL WIRING IS NOT PROTECTED AGAINST EXCESSIVE CURRENT FLOW WHICH MAY BE CAUSED BY AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CIRCUIT IN THE GENERATOR.

Remedy: THE GENERATOR WIRING HARNESS WILL BE REPLACED WITH ONE THAT WILL OPEN AS A FUSE WOULD UNDER CERTAIN EXCESSIVE CURRENT FLOW CONDITIONS.

Campaign 93V132000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1992 Saturn SC — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 92V098000 (power train) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 93V132000 (electrical system) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1992 Saturn SC 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 1992 Saturn SC?

The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1992 Saturn SC have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.