MYRModel Year Report

1996 Saturn SW

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1996 Saturn SW
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:50:54.941Z

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

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 20 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

3 of 20 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

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THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONSUMER HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE OWNER THAT THE ENGINE'S HEAD GASKET HAD FAILED. *NM

NHTSA ODI report, 20040115

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

2 of 20 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

2 of 20 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

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ABS: WHEN APPLYING BRAKES DURING PANIC STOPPING, WHEELS LOCK UP, VEHICLE SKIDS, FISHTAILS, REAREND OF VEHICLE SPUNS OUT, CAUSING MODERATE LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, NO WARNING, THREE OCCURRENCES, SPEED 30 TO 35 MPH. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19961122

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 20 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 20 total reports mention: electrical system.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1996 Saturn SW — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1996 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 1996 Saturn SW?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling:engine, accounting for 15% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1996 Saturn SW 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.