| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
2001 Saturn L-Series repairs by problem area
Engine (60%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)
Brakes and Traction Control (2%)
Suspension and Steering (18%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (16%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)
Other (0%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
Chart based on 62 repairs.
2001 Saturn L-Series electrical repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (22%)
$500 - $999 (22%)
$100 - $499 (44%)
< $100 (11%)
Chart based on 9 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2001 Saturn L-Series 4dr Wagon
182-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD
| 124000 mi US $850 |
A/C compressor would not engage even though freon in system. Replaced A/C compressor and rcvr/drier. Work done by dealer, parts purchased by owner. |
| 212000 mi US $110 |
System would not cool - found to have lost all refrigerant |
| 82000 mi US $1080 |
AC clutch open circuit (electromagnet fail) Took an extra day to get the special order part ($300+). Due to the tight package/serpentine belt, diagnose/install was $600. This was at a Chevy dealer co-owned by the former Saturn dealer. |
| 93000 mi US $300 |
Service Engine Soon light on. Had codes read at parts store -- 21 codes! Dealer diagnosed weak battery, low voltage during cranking causes the computer to throw codes. New battery has cured the problem. |
| 94200 mi US $600 |
Body control module failed, replaced with new unit that could only be programmed at a dealer |
| 99000 mi US $400 |
Alternator failed and required replacement |
| 181000 mi US $470 |
Check engine light came on then the lights went out. Stopped vehicle as it was dark and was towed. Alternator was replaced. Two days later, the car completely died and the battery was replaced. No recurrence in six weeks. |
2001 Saturn L-Series 4dr Wagon
135-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 84100 mi | new AC compressor installed |
| 207000 mi US $50 |
Windshield washer pump needed replacing. I ordered a replacement online and installed myself |
2001 Saturn L-Series 4dr Sedan
182-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD
| 146000 mi US $2000 |
AC compressor leaking at front seal. Also, check engine light on because of faulty ECM |
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