MYRModel Year Report

1992 Saturn SW

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1992 Saturn SW
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:51:08.483Z

Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint 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 SW Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1992 highlighted. 1991: 0 complaints 1991 1992: 1 complaints 1992 1993: 27 complaints 1993 1994: 30 complaints 1995: 36 complaints 1995 1996: 20 complaints 1997: 31 complaints 1997 1998: 27 complaints 1999: 16 complaints 1999 2000: 15 complaints 2001: 6 complaints 2001
1992: 1 complaints
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YearComplaints
19910
19921
199327
199430
199536
199620
199731
199827
199916
200015
20016

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

POWER TRAIN

1 of 1 total report mentions: power train.

CRASH FIRE
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RECALL 93V132000. CAR WAS PARKED AND ENGINE WAS TURNED OFF FOR APPROXIMATELY 10 MINUTES. CAME TO THE CAR AND SAW BLUE/BLACK SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD/ENGINE, SPARKS AND FIRE FROM THE CARRIAGE OF THE CAR. WAITING FOR FIRE DEPARTMENT TO COME.

NHTSA ODI report, 19990323

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 1 total report mentions: electrical system.

CRASH FIRE
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RECALL 93V132000. CAR WAS PARKED AND ENGINE WAS TURNED OFF FOR APPROXIMATELY 10 MINUTES. CAME TO THE CAR AND SAW BLUE/BLACK SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD/ENGINE, SPARKS AND FIRE FROM THE CARRIAGE OF THE CAR. WAITING FOR FIRE DEPARTMENT TO COME.

NHTSA ODI report, 19990323

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19930205 — PE (closed 19930608)

SEATBACK FAILURE

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 SW — pre-purchase inspection

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

FAQ

Is the 1992 Saturn SW 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 SW?

The most-reported component is power train:automatic transmission:park/neutral start interlock switch, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1992 Saturn SW 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.