Is the Saturn LS Reliable?
1999–2004 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Saturn LS Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 2 | 47 | 5 | — | 85 | Excellent |
| 2003 | 3 | 133 | 8 | 1 | 70 | Good |
| 2002 | 3 | 306 | 2 | — | 79 | Good |
| 2001 | 2 | 366 | 11 | 9 | 55 | Fair |
| 2000 | 4 | 287 | 15 | — | 71 | Good |
| 1999 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the LS Compares to Similar Vehicles
The LS scores exactly at the sedan average.
Known Saturn LS Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 1139 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Saturn LS reliable?+
The Saturn LS scores 72/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 6 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 14 recall campaigns and 1139 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year LS is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2004 LS achieved the highest reliability score of 85/100 with 2 recalls and 47 complaints.
How many miles does a LS last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Saturn LS owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used LS will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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