Model year
2003 Saturn L300
NHTSA lists 0 recalls and 42 complaints for the 2003 Saturn L300 (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (9), ENGINE (5), EXTERIOR LIGHTING (5). NHTSA lists 1 investigation. NHTSA star ratings from before model year 2011 use an older method and are not shown here. EPA rates it 21 mpg combined (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $3,200, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
Recalls
No recalls are listed for this name in the matched NHTSA file.
Complaints
42 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 5, fire flag on 4, injury field 4, deaths field 1. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations
| Action | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| PE06006 | TIMING CHAIN FAILURE · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | Jan 24, 2006 | Jun 6, 2006 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA star ratings from before model year 2011 use an older method and are not shown here.
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L300 · 3L · Automatic 4-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 18 | 26 | 21 | — | — | $3,200 |
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Check a vehicle
This page is not a VIN lookup. NHTSA's recall tool checks a specific vehicle: nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's page for this model year is 2003 Saturn L300 at NHTSA. Complaint narratives stay on NHTSA's site and are not copied here.