10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
170,454 miles

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problem #60

Dec 182013

Vue

  • miles
1.engine would stall when turn on have to turn the key twice at any location. 2. power steering when out driving on the freeway 3. door handle on my driver side came off

- Ukiah, CA, USA

problem #59

May 102018

Vue

  • 97,000 miles
The electric power steering will lock up or fail to work at any time. This is accompanied by a by a clicking noise and the power steering light on the dash will flash. This happens intermittently. This is has happened at both slow speed and on the highway. This seams to be the same symptoms as described in another GM recall 14V153000.

- Sherman, NY, USA

problem #58

Mar 082018

Vue

  • 131,102 miles
The contact owns a 2008 Saturn Vue. While pulling out of a parking lot, the steering wheel jerked and seized. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the electronic steering motor and the rack and pinion needed to be replaced. The contact called milton ruben superstore at (888) 516-3797 (3512 Washington rd, augusta, ga 30907) where the technician recommended a diagnostic test. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and offered to pay for the vehicle to be towed to the dealer, but would not cover the cost of the diagnostic test. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 131,102.

- Evans, GA, USA

problem #57

Feb 282018

Vue

  • 111,000 miles
My car was not steering correctly. It was veering back and forth to the yellow line and to the right. I took it in to the mechanic and he replaced the steering rack. (driving on streets)

- North Royalton, OH, USA

problem #56

Dec 182017

Vue

  • 164,000 miles
Takata recall. While I was making a turn on my 2008 Saturn Vue the steering wheel got stiff and I couldnt turn it no more... I stepped on the brakes and it started working again but now the steering wheel feels more stiff and sometimes shakes as I make turns.

- Paramount, CA, USA

problem #55

Nov 282017

Vue

  • 5 miles
"takata recall" while driving I hear some knock noise and when making a left curve turn my steering wheel will lock before I can complete the left curve turn forcing me to steer right then left to brake hold while making a left curve turn. The Saturn Vue I got it (10-11-2017) with 66450 miles on it now it has 68845 miles (11-28-2017) now I can trust this car and I see other have steering issue

- Perrysburg, NY, USA

problem #54

Nov 102017

Vue

  • 144,000 miles
When the key switch is in the on position there is a click at the position (approximately ten degrees, right) where the steering wheel lock appears to be attempting to engage. This could lock up the steering wheel while making a slow right turn, as when exiting a freeway. When the key switch is in lock position and key is removed the warning chime still occurs when the door is opened.

- Shiner, TX, USA

problem #53

Apr 042017

Vue

  • 169,000 miles
Stiff steering at times around corners. Almost like no power assisting the turn. Comes back right after the turn.

- Chaska, MN, USA

problem #52

May 092017

Vue

  • 131,713 miles
Lost all power steering was sitting for about 4 hrs. Started to move and no power steering checked fuse it is ok.

- Ft. Wayne, IN, USA

problem #51

Apr 032017

Vue

  • miles
"takata recall" my 2008 Saturn Vue has been recalled for 3 items, all of which I am experiencing issues with but according to my VIN number my vehicle does not apply for these recalls. I did receive a notice a few years ago but since my vehicle was still okay at the time, I never brought it in. The 3 recalls are as follows: 1. latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch, 2. power train:automatic transmission, 3. steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections. My vehicle is currently at mike anderson chevrolett due to these issues but the only item that's appearing covered is the transmission. I don't understand how my VIN has anything to do with the recall when all the 2008 Saturn Vue's are made with the same parts. I would like an investigation to be made due to my vehicle falling under the recall category but not falling under the correct VIN number category. My vehicle currently won't allow me to go pass 40mph, my steering wheel gets locked making it hard for me to turn and there is a leak, also when my locks are unlocked the handles still won't open as if it's still locked. Immediate attention is respectfully requested.

- Chicago, IL, USA

problem #50

Jan 032017

Vue

  • 69,000 miles
2008 Saturn Vue loses power steering assist when engine below 1000 RPM. Power steering fluid level is ok. There is also a whining noise that becomes louder when wheel is turned in any direction. Noise is somewhat dependent on RPM, as well.

- Lacey, WA, USA

problem #49

Mar 012017

Vue

  • 66,232 miles
The contact owns a 2008 Saturn Vue. While driving unknown speeds, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that aluminum was in the power steering pump. The steering pump and rack needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 66,232.

- Lady Lake, FL, USA

problem #48

Feb 192017

Vue

  • 89,000 miles
Traveling at 80 mph on interstate, stepped on gas to change lanes, and engine revved, but no power to move. Had to run off of the highway onto the grass berm. Before that happened, the steering wheel had been acting strangely - much vibration and play. My sister and I could have been killed had the car overturned or something at that speed. Now I am told the car needs new transmission, struts, and power steering issue still being looked at. Can I get any help from GM dealer with this dangerous issue. I read that these exact issues affected my model and year, with recalls. Please investigate and advise.

- Cape Coral, FL, USA

problem #47

Dec 122016

Vue 6-cyl

  • miles
First was the parking brake, after shopping in williamsburg mall we got back in the car and would not move, the parking brakes got stuck.towed to mechanic and they released the brake so that we could go back home, richmond. And told me not to engage the parking brake till a mechanic in my city will fix the problem. Today Dec 12 2016, the brakes started to lock while drivin home after taking my wife to work, within the city, I noticed that the pedal was getting harder, I did made home and I checked the wheels, all four, and the disks were very hot to the touch and the brakes are locked, the car is about 58,000 miles only. Any idea what is, I have to mention that 5/6 month ago I had problem with the ABS, all lights concerning the brakes came on, traction and ABS and others, it cost me around $300 to fix that problem. Any knowledge of other people having these problems, is the manufacturer responsible for these? also the power steering fluid need to be filled every month, I notice oil on the driveway. Thank you [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- Richmond, VA, USA

problem #46

Sep 072016

Vue

  • 71,300 miles
While driving to school my 2008 Saturn Vue the power steering suddenly went out. I parked and turned off the car. After 15minutes I restarted it and started driving everything was fine. This is the 3th time that it happens. I spend some money fixing it and it happens again. I would like to know what is the problem or what part I need to replace. I know that this is a common problem and the GM is doing nothing to fix the problem

- Warren, MI, USA

problem #45

Apr 052016

Vue

  • miles
Power steering intermittently stops working making very difficult to steer vehicle

- Apollo Beach, FL, USA

problem #44

Mar 012016

Vue

  • miles
After driving my car the ignition key would not turn to the "off" position once the car is stopped and the shifter in park. The key was stuck the after driving " had power but I couldnt remove my key, its stuck, couldn't move my steering wheel its locked. I tried moving back into the park position several times before the ignition key would release allowing the key out so can leave. Key in "off" position. I couldnt remove the key, steering wheel locked up, this happened twice now ? both times after driving in on slightly bumpy road fwy. "

- Long Beach, CA, USA

problem #43

Oct 062014

Vue

  • 9,000 miles
The contact owns a 2008 Saturn Vue. While driving 40 mph, the traction warning light illuminated and the steering wheel required a lot more force to maneuver. The failure recurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the electric power steering failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 9,000.

- Hyattsville, MD, USA

problem #42

Apr 092016

Vue

  • 128,000 miles
The bolt in the steering column broke. Thus when you turned the wheel, the tires did not turn.

- Cedar, MI, USA

problem #41

Mar 272016

Vue

  • 118,000 miles
After starting my vehicle, the steering warning light came on. I tried to turn the steering wheel to the left and right and cannot turn it in either direction. It's locked up!!!! I'm just thankful I was not driving when this happened

- Augusta, GA, USA

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