Does the 2001 Saturn SC1 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2001 Saturn SC1, the most recent reported on October 12, 2000 (Fuel system, gasoline: storage, tank assembly). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Saturn SC1?

Owners have filed 25 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (4 complaints), followed by power train (4).

How many 2001 Saturn SC1 complaints mention a crash or fire?

4 of 25 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2001 Saturn SC1 recalls and problems

2 recalls and 25 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2001 Saturn SC1.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2001 Saturn SC1 recalls

Fuel system, gasoline: storage, tank assembly

NHTSA campaign 00V309000 · reported October 12, 2000 · GENERAL MOTORS CORP. · 6,092 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 301, "fuel system integrity." these vehicles were built with an inadequate vent valve weld on the top portion of the fuel tank.
The risk: Fuel spillage could occur during refueling or if the vehicle were involved in a rollover. If an ignition source were present, a fire could occur.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the vehicle to ensure the fuel tank vent valve is properly welded. If necessary, dealers will replace the fuel tank assembly.

Power train: automatic transmission, park/neutral start interlock switch

NHTSA campaign 00V310000 · reported October 12, 2000 · GENERAL MOTORS CORP. · 65,000 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles, equipped with automatic transaxles, fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 114, "theft protection." these vehicles were built with an improperly adjusted automatic transaxle park lock cable assembly. If improperly adjusted, it is possible to shift from the "park" position with the ignition key removed.
The risk: This condition increases the risk of a crash resulting from the unintended movement of parked vehicles.
The fix: Saturn is asking owners and retailers to perform a functional check of the automatic transaxle park lock cable assembly operation, and if necessary, to have the cable adjusted. If owners are not comfortable performing the functional check themselves, they can have their dealer perform this inspection for them.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Electrical system4
Power train4
Engine and engine cooling3
Tires3
Vehicle speed control3
Seat belts2
Structure2
Equipment1
Fuel system, gasoline1
Seats1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Apr 21, 2012 · Tires · 77,383 miles
IN 2007, BASED ON RECOMMENDATIONS FROM SERVICE TECHNICIANS AND OTHER OWNERS OF MY CAR'S MODEL, I PURCHASED NEW MICHELIN HYDROEDGE TIRES. UPON RECENT INSPECTION AND ROTATION AT A SERVICE CENTER, IT WAS NOTED THAT ALL FOUR OF MY TIRES WERE DRY-ROTTING AT THE SIDEWALL NEAR THE TREADS. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT…

Sep 7, 2010 · Tires · 67,419 miles
TL CONTACT OWNS A 2001 SATURN SC2 EQUIPPED WITH SIGMA SUPREME TIRES. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS THE VEHICLE WOULD SHAKE. SHE DID NOT WANT TO PROVIDE AN APPROXIMATE SPEED BECAUSE THE FAILURE OCCURRED WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP WHERE SHE WAS INFORMED THAT THERE WAS…

Jul 27, 2010 · Electrical system · 29,000 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 SATURN SC2. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE INSERTING THE KEY INTO THE IGNITION, SHE NOTICED THAT THE IGNITION SWITCH WAS LOOSE. THE IGNITION SWITCH WAS REPLACED BY THE DEALER. THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE IGNITION SWITCH WAS REPLACED BY THE DEALER AUGUST 2003, JUNE 2004 AND AUGUST 2006. THE FAILURE…

Jul 15, 2008 · Structure
I HEAR A LOT OF PROBLEMS WITH THE SUNROOF NOT WORKING PROPERLY. I WENT TO THE DEALER AND THEY WERE GOING TO CHARGE ME OVER $1000. I TOLD THEM NO BECAUSE I THINK IT SHOULD BE FREE SINCE A LOT OF SATURN OWNERS HAVE PROBLEMS WITH IT. WHY HASN'T THERE BEEN A RECALL ON THEM?

Jun 27, 2008 · Equipment · 56,139 miles
THE POWER SUNROOF ON MY 2001 SATURN SC-2 WAS MAKING A GRINDING NOISE WHEN I OPENED IT AND WHEN IT WAS CLOSING. YESTERDAY, WHILE DRIVING THE SUNROOF WAS STUCK IN THE OPEN POSITION. THE SATURN DEALER CHARGED $46.00 TO DIAGNOSE THE PROBLEM. THEY SAID IT WAS THE MOTOR AND THIS WOULD COST ABOUT $380.00 TO REPLACE. I AGREED…

SC1 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2000	2	8	3	0
2001	2	25	4	0

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Questions

Does the 2001 Saturn SC1 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2001 Saturn SC1, the most recent reported on October 12, 2000 (Fuel system, gasoline: storage, tank assembly). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Saturn SC1?: Owners have filed 25 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (4 complaints), followed by power train (4).
How many 2001 Saturn SC1 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 4 of 25 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received April 21, 2012.