MYRModel Year Report

1991 Saturn SL

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1991 Saturn SL
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:52:39.076Z

Only 29 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 29 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Saturn SL Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1991 highlighted. 1991: 29 complaints 1991 1992: 123 complaints 1993: 175 complaints 1993 1994: 286 complaints 1995: 355 complaints 1995 1996: 287 complaints 1997: 227 complaints 1997 1998: 168 complaints 1999: 178 complaints 1999 2000: 148 complaints 2001: 111 complaints 2001 2002: 131 complaints 2002
1991: 29 complaints
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YearComplaints
199129
1992123
1993175
1994286
1995355
1996287
1997227
1998168
1999178
2000148
2001111
2002131

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 29 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SEAT BELTS

6 of 29 total reports mention: seat belts.

CRASH INJURY DEATH
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THE PASSENGER AND DRIVER PASSIVE RESTRAIN SEAT BELT LOCKS DOWN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION, AND THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE DRIVER THAT SEAT BELTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *LA

NHTSA ODI report, 20040528

SEAT BELTS

3 of 29 total reports mention: seat belts.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2 of 29 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

2 of 29 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

SEATS

2 of 29 total reports mention: seats.

SAFETY TIMELINE

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

1991 Saturn SL — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 93V132000 (electrical system) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2001 ● 1992 ● 2002

WORST YEARS

■ 1995 ◆ 1996 ◆ 1994

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FAQ

Is the 1991 Saturn SL 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 1991 Saturn SL?

The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1991 Saturn SL have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

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