1997 Saturn SW2

Introduction:

The 1997 Saturn SW2 is a compact station wagon known for its spacious interior, fuel efficiency, and affordable price. It came with a single engine option paired with either a manual or automatic transmission.

Engine:

• 1.9L DOHC 4-Cylinder (105 horsepower, 115 lb-ft torque)

Transmission:

• 5-Speed Manual
  • No Issues Found
• 4-Speed Automatic
  • No Issues Found

Suspension:

• Front Suspension
  • Bushing Wear: Premature wear of the front suspension bushings can cause clunking noises, vibration, and uneven tire wear.
  • Solution: Replace worn bushings.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
  • Recalls: None Found
• Rear Suspension
  • Rear Shock Absorber Failure: The rear shock absorbers can prematurely fail, leading to poor handling and excessive body roll.
  • Solution: Replace faulty shock absorbers.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical:

• Battery Discharge: The battery may prematurely discharge due to a faulty voltage regulator or parasitic drain.
• Solution: Replace the voltage regulator or trace and repair the parasitic drain.
• Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $300
• Recalls: None Found

Exterior:

• Door Lock Failure: The door locks may fail to operate, trapping occupants inside the vehicle.
• Solution: Replace faulty door lock actuators.
• Estimated Cost to Fix: $150 - $250
• Recalls: None Found

Interior:

• Power Window Failure: The power windows may fail to operate due to faulty switches, wiring, or motors.
• Solution: Replace faulty components.
• Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $300
• Recalls: None Found

Summary:

The 1997 Saturn SW2 has relatively few reported issues, with most being minor and inexpensive to repair. However, potential buyers should be aware of the suspension and electrical issues that can occur.