3.5

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
36,500 miles

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problem #2

Jan 022012

Outlook 6-cyl

  • 43,000 miles
The contact owns a 2008 Saturn Outlook. The contact stated the car has a defect in which the air conditioning hose does not drain properly. When the hose becomes clogged, the water drains into the dash area of the car, filling the blower motor with water the water, when saturated, leaks inside the car, onto the flooring. The water then sits in electrical components and soaks the floor padding and other wires alongside the flooring. The problem has been noted on other Saturn Outlooks. The problem however, is not noted in the owner's manual as something that requires maintenance (nor is maintenance suggested). The dealership the contact has taken the vehicle to for service since it was purchased, did note that it is a problem, and needs regular flushing. They quoted a price of $1500. Updated 08-16-12

- Gaithersburg , MD, USA

problem #1

Nov 132009

Outlook 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 30,000 miles
The contact owns a 2008 Saturn Outlook. While the contact was driving approximately 60 mph with the headlights on, there was a sudden loss of illumination in the driver side headlight. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was informed that the wiring of the cable harness melted. The driver side headlight and cable harness were replaced. The driver's side headlight failed again on a different occasion and was replaced at the dealer. The prior repairs were covered under the service warranty. In addition, the passenger's side head light and cable harness were replaced at the contact's expense. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000. Updated 07/28/11 the consumer stated he had multiple problems with the air condition unit going out during long drives on warm days. Updated 08/01/11

- Coosada, AL, USA