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1998 Saturn SL

Owners have filed 222 complaints with NHTSA about the 1998 Saturn SL. Transmission is the most reported problem area, at 13% of complaints. After that come engine (11%) and brakes (9%).

At a glance

Complaints
222 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Transmission 13% of complaints
Fuel economy
25 to 28 MPG combined

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

Problems owners report

Owners have filed 222 complaints with NHTSA about the 1998 Saturn SL. Transmission is the most reported problem area, at 13% of complaints. After that come engine (11%) and brakes (9%).

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 1998 Saturn SL

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 4 versions of the 1998 Saturn SL. Combined fuel economy ranges from 25 to 28 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 24 city / 36 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

Other model years of the SL