MYRModel Year Report

2002 Saturn SC

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2002 Saturn SC
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:52:34.627Z

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 SC Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2002 highlighted. 1991: 5 complaints 1991 1992: 16 complaints 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
2002: 38 complaints
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YearComplaints
19915
199216
199323
199451
199539
199626
199733
199813
199924
20007
200121
200238

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 16%

16% of complaints: electrical system — 6 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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CAR HAS HAD ISSUES WITH THE STARTER OVER THE YEARS, REQUIRING COUNTLESS REPLACEMENTS BEFORE THE RECOMMENDED REPLACEMENT DATES. RECENTLY, A STARTER LASTED ONLY 6 MONTHS BEFORE FAILING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20151115

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 SATURN SC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE KEY WAS PLACED IN THE IGNITION, THE THEFT SYSTEM ACTIVATED AND THE ENGINE FAILED TO START.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140227

AIR BAGS 16%

16% of complaints: air bags — 6 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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FRONT END ACCIDENT. NEITHER AIR BAG DEPLOYED. CAR WAS IN MOTION, WENT THROUGH A RAIL OVER A EMBANKMENT AND DOWN THE HILL INTO THE LAKE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20170321

WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH ANOTHER VEHICLE HIT THE CONSUMER S VEHICLE HEAD ON. THE FRONTAL AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY ON IMPACT. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *NLM

NHTSA ODI report, 20030925

MY VEHICLE WAS IN A HEAD-ON CRASH AND NONE OF THE FOUR AIRBAGS WERE DEPLOYED. MY VEHICLE WAS A 2002 SATURN SC2 ,AND IS NOW A TOTAL LOSS. IT'S VIN NUMBER IS [XXX].

NHTSA ODI report, 20030831

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 8%

8% of complaints: electrical system — 3 distinct reports on file.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 8%

8% of complaints: electrical system — 3 distinct reports on file.

STEERING 5%

5% of complaints: steering — 2 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2002 Saturn SC — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2002 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 2002 Saturn SC?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 16% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2002 Saturn SC have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

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