- The problem
- The generator electrical wiring is not protected against excessive current flow which may be caused by an electrical short circuit in the generator.
- The risk
- Should an electrical short circuit occur in thegenerator, the generator wiring harness would experience excessive current flow.Under certain conditions, enough heat could be generated to ignite surroundingmaterials. If this occurs, an underhood fire could result with or without theengine running and without prior warning.
- The fix
- The generator wiring harness will be replaced with one that will open as a fuse would under certain excessive current flow conditions.
Vehicle safety record
1992 Saturn SC Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 17 complaints about the 1992 Saturn SC with NHTSA, most often about the seats & seat belts (11) and the body, doors & structure (3). Those complaints describe 1 crash, 1 fire and 1 injury. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in August 1993 for the alternator / generator / regulator. For comparison, the 1991 has 5 and the 1993 has 23.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical SC year, for its age
#118 most complained-about 1992 vehicle
- Complaints
- 17
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 1
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1992 Saturn SC problems
Share of all 17 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1992 Saturn SC recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- The transaxle valve assemblies were improperly machined. Vehicles may not properly engage in neutral or park, even though the gear selector indicates the vehicle is in neutral or park.
- The risk
- If the gear selector indicates the vehicle is in park orneutral, it could be in reverse or drive. If this happens, the car could startin reverse or drive, or might move unexpectedly, which may result in a vehiclecrash or injury to persons outside the vehicle, without prior warning.
- The fix
- REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE VALVE BODIES.
What owners say
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17 complaints about the 1992 Saturn SC
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Hood release cable routing has caused leak in a/c tubing near coil. All refrigerant was lost. Routing of this cable is obviously flawed in several places aside from the a/c problem. Cable and/or nearby surfaces are damaged.*Ak
While starting vehicle placed motorized shoulder belt on, but it did not work properly. Dealer has been notified.*Ak
Firestone firehawk tire gta 195 60 r15 experienced blowout. *Slc
We also have a 1991 saturn sl. The dirver side automatic safety belt won't work either. Is it just the type of car or what?*Ak
Driving on highway traveling 65mph, and a/c stopped working. While coming off highway, stopped to make a left turn, and smoke started coming out the hood. Turned vehicle off. Fire department put fire out. Had vehicle towed to the dealership, and was told that fire started in a/c assembly. Had the a/c replaced on sept 2, 1998. *Ak
SUNROOF IS LEAKING. YH
Seat belt motor was replaced once; now has failed again. Manufacturer's "fix" is a clip which enables user to hook up seatbelt manually.
Saturn manufactured automatic seatbelts in early model cars. They stopped doing that in subsequent model years. The seatbelts no longer go back and forth and sometimes will not go back into the locked position even when forced. I requested that they fix them and they quoted me a figure in excess of $600 each. They said that it was a common problem caused by the fraying of a cable in the door frame. I have done nothing to cause this problem and it is due to a design flaw. The vehicle is unsafe as a result and I don't believe I should have to pay to have it fixed.
SEATBACK FRAME FAILED.
Interior panels replaced due to warping/cracking.
DRIVER SIDE PASSIVE SEAT BELT FAILED
The driver's side automatic seat belt doesn't retract because the automatic seat belt has burnt out. Please describe details. *Ak
Both front seat backs collapsed during collision.
Automatic seat blet retractor locked up in the lock position or in the unlock position. *Ak
The driver side seat belt retractor is not working . Tt consumer states motorized belt made buzziing noises and had incomplete retraction, earlier the motor had quit all together, dealer declined to remedy defect due to out of warranty. Door has rattled since new. *Slc
The front driver side seat belt retractor is not working when opening the door. Tt
Suspension failed, causing loss of control/accident. *Sd
Saturn SC: every year compared
All SC years1992 Saturn SC vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 Saturn SC | 17 | 2 | B | |
| 1992 Saturn SL | 148 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1992 Saturn SC1 | 15 | 1 | B | Compare |
| 1992 Saturn Sports Coupe | 2 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 1992 Saturn SW | 1 | 1 | A | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1992 Saturn SC
Does the 1992 Saturn SC have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1992 Saturn SC: alternator / generator / regulator (August 1993); power train (July 1992). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1992 Saturn SC?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the seats & seat belts (11), body, doors & structure (3), equipment & accessories (1).
How many complaints has the 1992 Saturn SC had?
17 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on February 9, 1993 and the latest on June 10, 2003. Of these, 1 describe a crash and 1 a fire, and together they report 1 injury and 0 deaths.
Is the 1992 Saturn SC a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 61 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Saturn SC year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Saturn SC years have the most complaints?
1994 (51), 1995 (39), 2002 (38). See every Saturn SC year compared.
What should I do if my 1992 Saturn SC has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data