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1996 Saturn SL

Owners have filed 369 complaints with NHTSA about the 1996 Saturn SL. Engine is the most reported problem area, at 18% of complaints. After that come brakes (14%) and electrical system (12%).

At a glance

Complaints
369 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Engine 18% of complaints
Recalls
1
Fuel economy
25 to 29 MPG combined

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA

Problems owners report

Owners have filed 369 complaints with NHTSA about the 1996 Saturn SL. Engine is the most reported problem area, at 18% of complaints. After that come brakes (14%) and electrical system (12%).

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 1996 Saturn SL

Recalls

The 1996 Saturn SL is affected by 1 safety recall campaign in NHTSA's records.

All 1 recall campaigns for the 1996 Saturn SL

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 4 versions of the 1996 Saturn SL. Combined fuel economy ranges from 25 to 29 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 25 city / 36 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

Other model years of the SL