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Saturn LW200 problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every LW200 from 2000 to 2003: 21 owner complaints and 0 recalls across 4 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2001 (8), 2002 (8), 2000 (4). Best fuel economy: 24 mpg combined (2003).

Saturn LW200
Photo: Mr.choppers · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Engine12
Electrical5
Steering2
Suspension2
Exterior lights2
Fuel & propulsion2
Fuel system2
Engine & cooling1

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
200004–
20010824
20020824
20030124

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Saturn LW200?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2001 (8), 2002 (8), 2000 (4).

How many recalls has the Saturn LW200 had?

Across 2000–2003, NHTSA lists 0 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).