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1997 Saturn SW

Owners have filed 35 complaints with NHTSA about the 1997 Saturn SW. Electrical system is the most reported problem area, at 23% of complaints. Next are brakes (14%) and transmission (14%).

At a glance

Complaints
35 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Electrical system 23% 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 35 complaints with NHTSA about the 1997 Saturn SW. Electrical system is the most reported problem area, at 23% of complaints. Next are brakes (14%) and transmission (14%).

  • Electrical system 23%
  • Brakes 14%
  • Transmission 14%
  • Fuel system 11%
  • Seat belts 9%

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 1997 Saturn SW

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 4 versions of the 1997 Saturn SW. Combined fuel economy ranges from 25 to 28 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 24 city / 34 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

Other model years of the SW