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Saturn Relay repairs by problem area

Engine (11%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)

Brakes and Traction Control (18%)

Suspension and Steering (29%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (21%)

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

Other (11%)

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Saturn Relay repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (4%)

$500 - $999 (13%)

$100 - $499 (38%)

< $100 (46%)

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Chart based on 24 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

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Saturn Relay in Idaho, United States Aug 2012 - Jul 2014
Oct 2012 74700 mi US $360	Replaced rear shocks Replaced dash cluster lights
Dec 2013 87000 mi US $75	Replaced drivers side sliding door roller assembly and drivers side front door door handle bezel trim. Roller had failed bearing and trim bezel clips broke causing it to fall out.

Saturn Relay in Texas, United States Aug 2014 - Nov 2018
Apr 2015 135000 mi US $500	Front struts, rack and pinion unit, alignment and rear brake pads.
Jun 2016 168000 mi US $130	Noise coming from right front wheel area. Diagnosed as dry wheel bearing. Changed bearing, all is well now.
Jul 2017 196000 mi US $5	Replaced plug that connects the wires too the rear blower. For some reason the plastic plug had melted causing a poor connection which lead to the blower not working.
Feb 2018 208000 mi US $2200	Transmission replacement
May 2018 212000 mi US $90	Replaced fan motors and shroud assembly

Saturn Relay in Alberta, Canada Sep 2010 - Apr 2012
Dec 2010 42160 mi C $45	Plastic brackets that hold the pull down handle on the rear door broke at -35 celcius. Replaced entire part from GM at minimal cost. Two screws and two minute later problem fixed.
Sep 2011 52080 mi C $185	Rear wiper motor failed on lift gate. Replaced.

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Saturn Relay in California, United States - Sep 2009
Mar 2007 35 mi	repaired right sliding door, did not close correctly. verified by Saturn salesperson! haha!
Jun 2008 19000 mi US $64	Rear shocks leaked, replaced with OE AC Delco (Monroe) shocks.
Aug 2009 34788 mi	Intermediate Shaft and sway bar linkages replaced. also replaced e-brake cable ends for rear.
Sep 2009 35760 mi	warranty repair for DVD player not playing audio thru car speakers.

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Saturn Relay in Ontario, Canada Aug 2012 - Jun 2021
Jul 2014 113660 mi C $835	C0035 LF WHEEL SPEED SENSOR CIRCUIT 2
Jun 2017 143989 mi C $70	VEHICLE REQUIRES FRONT AND REAR BRAKES VEHICLE IS LEAKING OIL FROM ENGINE OIL PAN, AXLE SEAL STEERING GEAR AND CRANK SEAL

Saturn Relay in Florida, United States Oct 2015 - Oct 2017
Mar 2016 143000 mi US $465	replaced front wheel bearings replaced front tie rods replaced motor mounts
Jul 2016 144200 mi US $135	car would not move. Transmission link was broken

Saturn Relay in Texas, United States Sep 2010 - Jun 2016
Dec 2011 116000 mi US $240	Bad wheel speed sensor right front. R&R RF hub, bearing, and speed sensor as single assembly.
Apr 2012 120500 mi	ABS/Traction control malfunctioning. Warning lights on and DIC message reporting needing repair.
Sep 2012 125000 mi US $171	Power sliding door not operating properly. Needed alignment, lubrication, reprogramming, and address known TBS issues.
Dec 2012 129000 mi US $154	Power sliding doors no longer operating properly. Key fob remote stopped operating for all functions.
Sep 2014 150000 mi US $856	Wheel speed sensors corroded to both front assemblies
Feb 2015 155000 mi US $487	Replace right front hub, bearing, and speed sensor assembly. Also replace serpentine belt, complete 4 wheel alignment.