- 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 SW Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1992 Saturn SW with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system (1) and the transmission & drivetrain (1). Those complaints describe 1 crash and 1 fire. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in August 1993 for the alternator / generator / regulator. For comparison, the 1991 has 0 and the 1993 has 27.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical SW year, for its age
#249 most complained-about 1992 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1992 Saturn SW problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1992 Saturn SW recalls 1
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
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 1992 Saturn SW
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
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. Car turned on by itself, and went forward in first gear and hit a building. Fire deparment put fire out. Tow company has car waiting for report. Vehicle not included in recall . *Ak
Saturn SW: every year compared
All SW years1992 Saturn SW vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 Saturn SW | 1 | 1 | A | |
| 1992 Saturn SL | 148 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1992 Saturn SC | 17 | 2 | B | Compare |
| 1992 Saturn SC1 | 15 | 1 | B | Compare |
| 1992 Saturn Sports Coupe | 2 | 1 | C | 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 SW
Does the 1992 Saturn SW have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1992 Saturn SW: alternator / generator / regulator (August 1993). 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 SW?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the electrical system (1), transmission & drivetrain (1).
How many complaints has the 1992 Saturn SW had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on March 23, 1999 and the latest on March 23, 1999. Of these, 1 describe a crash and 1 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1992 Saturn SW a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 93 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Saturn SW 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 SW years have the most complaints?
1995 (36), 1997 (31), 1994 (30). See every Saturn SW year compared.
What should I do if my 1992 Saturn SW 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