2000 model year · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated June 2026
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2000 Saturn SC has 1 documented known issues. No issues are rated critical, indicating generally reliable ownership. Across all issues, repair costs range from $30 to $400. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
On the 1999-2002 Saturn SC all, 1999-2002 Saturn SC 3-door coupes have a small rear-hinged "suicide" door on the driver side for rear-seat access. The door is heavy for its hinges and develops sag, leading to alignment issues, weatherstrip wear, and difficult close. The latch mechanism is also prone to wear with regular use.
Hinge bushings replacement (~$30 parts, 1 hour labor). Door realignment ($60-$120 shop) often needed simultaneously. Latch wear requires latch assembly replacement (~$100-$200 part) or attempt cleaning and re-lubricating internal pawl. If the steel door pin is worn, replace the pin and bushing kit before more hinge damage occurs.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLES, FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 114, "THEFT PROTECTION." THESE VEHICLES WERE BUILT WITH AN IMPROPERLY ADJUSTED AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE PARK LOCK CABLE ASSEMBLY. IF IMPROPERLY ADJUSTED, IT IS POSSIBLE TO SHIFT FROM THE "PARK" POSITION WITH THE IGNITION KEY REMOVED.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 301, "FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY." THESE VEHICLES WERE BUILT WITH AN INADEQUATE VENT VALVE WELD ON THE TOP PORTION OF THE FUEL TANK.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 210, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGES." SOME OF THE VEHICLES WERE PRODUCED WITH SEAT BELT SHOULDER GUIDE ANCHOR BOLTS THAT WERE NOT ADEQUATELY TIGHTENED AT THE CENTER PILLAR AND COULD FALL OUT, MAKING THE SEAT BELT INOPERATIVE.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION." SOME OF THESE VEHICLES WERE MANUFACTURED WITH WELDS IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL CARRIER ASSEMBLY THAT DO NOT MEET SATURN QUALITY STANDARDS.
STRUCTURE:BODY
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A CONSOLE ARMREST FAIL TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACTS." THE ARMRESTS WERE PRODUCED WITH A LATCH THAT WILL NOT WITHSTAND THE VERTICAL FORCE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.
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According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2000-2000 Saturn SC has 1 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: SC Coupe Third (Suicide) Door Hinge Sag & Latch Wear. None are rated critical, but regular maintenance is recommended.
The 2000-2000 Saturn SC has 1 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. No issues are rated critical, suggesting generally good reliability. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
Repair costs for known Saturn SC issues range from $30 to $400, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
1999-2002 Saturn SC 3-door coupes have a small rear-hinged "suicide" door on the driver side for rear-seat access. The door is heavy for its hinges and develops sag, leading to alignment issues, weatherstrip wear, and difficult close. The latch mechanism is also prone to wear wit… Repairs typically run $30-$400. Severity: low.
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