2002 Saturn L-Series Saturn L-Series 2002

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

2002 Saturn L-Series repairs by problem area

Engine (50%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (15%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (27%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)

Other (2%)

Select a problem area

Show all problems

Need advice about a specific Saturn L-Series problem?

Chart based on 48 repairs.
See TSBs and recalls for the 2002 Saturn L-Series.

2002 Saturn L-Series suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (25%)

$100 - $499 (25%)

< $100 (50%)

Worried about potential repair costs? An extended warranty can provide peace of mind.

Chart based on 8 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2002 Saturn L-Series 4dr Sedan

182-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

101000 mi

US $650
2 Tires and a few tie rods in my suspension 
150500 mi

US $90
replace pass. side outer tie rod end and perform front end alignment 
215000 mi

US $400
replaced both rear springs and struts 
104000 mi Sway bar linkage and front struts need to be replaced. Price for work $900. Repair declined. 
104000 mi Sway bar linkage and front struts needed to be replaced when sold.  

Return to top

2002 Saturn L-Series 4dr Sedan

135-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

135600 mi

US $800
New tires and alignment after I changed the tie-rod ends, struts and ball joints. 
204000 mi Original struts have worn out. Need replacing. 

Return to top

See TrueDelta's information for all Saturn models.

2002 Saturn L-Series Suspension Problems

See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. To see how frequently 2002 Saturn L-Series problems occur, check out our car reliability stats.