1993 Saturn SW
Only 27 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 27 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 27
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 2
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1993
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1993: 27 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1991 | 0 |
| 1992 | 1 |
| 1993 | 27 |
| 1994 | 30 |
| 1995 | 36 |
| 1996 | 20 |
| 1997 | 31 |
| 1998 | 27 |
| 1999 | 16 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 6 |
Known problem areas
Only 27 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
7 of 27 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Seat belts
5 of 27 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing webbing and anchorage.
Vehicle speed control
3 of 27 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.
Show complaint excerpts
In very cold weather the cruise control will not work car has to be operating temp or (Warm) for it to work. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-04-28
Structure
3 of 27 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing frame and members.
Show complaint excerpts
C r leaks water and daughter choked from dripping. Please explain. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-03-06
Engine and engine cooling
3 of 27 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine and cooling system.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first
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1993-06-12Electrical system93V094000 The positive battery cable terminal at the starter solenoid may be formed incorrectly. Incorrectly formed terminals can contact the starter solenoid housing and cause an electric short circuit.
Remedy: Inspect and, if necessary, adjust the clearance between the positive battery cable terminal so that it does not contact the starter solenoid housing.
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1993-08-06Electrical system93V132000 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.
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1994-11-07Preliminary evaluationClosed 1995-02-24 Cruise control failure
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1995-02-24Engineering analysisClosed 1996-05-31 Cruise control failures
Buy-smart checklist
1993 Saturn SW — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Seat belts: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 93V094000 · Electrical system
- Recall 93V132000 · Electrical system
FAQ
- Is the 1993 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 1993 Saturn SW?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1993 Saturn SW have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.