NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2008 Saturn Vue Hybrid; the most frequently affected component is latches/locks/linkages — latch. Owners filed 11 complaints, most often about electrical system.
Latches/locks/linkages — LatchCampaign 09V233000 · 25 Jun 2009
Problem: Gm is recalling 44,451 my 2008 saturn vue vehicles with body color outside door handles. The outside door handles may stick or bind. If this were to occur, the door may not latch when closed.
Risk: Driving with an unlatched door could result in an unbelted occupant falling out of the vehicle, causing increased risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the outside door handles with chrome door handles free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before august 18, 2009. Owner may contact saturn at 1-800-972-8876 or at www.gmownercenter.com.
Problem: Gm is recalling 42,408 my 2008-2009 saturn vue vehicles. Some of these vehicles have a condition in which the nut securing the power steering line to the power steering pump may loosen. If this were to occur, there may be a power steering fluid leak.
Risk: The fluid could contact hot exhaust components resulting in a possible engine compartment fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the nut securing the power steering line to the power steering pump. If there are no signs of a fluid leak, dealers will tighten the nut. If a fluid leak is present, dealer will tighten the nut and check the fluid level. The recall began on september 26, 2008. Owners may contact saturn at 1-800-972-8876 or through their website at <a href=http://www.gmownercenter.com>http://www.gmownercenter.com</a> .
Power train — Automatic transmissionCampaign 08V200000 · 05 May 2008
Problem: Gm is recalling 26 my 2008 saturn vue vehicles equipped with a 6t70 6-speed automatic transmission. Some of these vehicles have a condition in which the transmission case side bore that holds the park pawl pivot pin may have a casting porosity. This condition, coupled with normal operating stresses, could lead to failure, eliminating the ability to secure the transmission in 'park' position.
Risk: If this happens while the vehicle is parked on a non-level surface, the vehicle could roll without warning and cause injury to people in its path.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the transmission free of charge. The recall began on may 5, 2008. Owners may contact saturn at 1-800-972-8876, or through their website at <a href=http://www.gmownercenter.com>http://www.gmownercenter.com</a> .
What owners complain about
Share of the 11 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.
Electrical system6 · 55%
Power train3 · 27%
Electronic stability control (esc)2 · 18%
Air bags2 · 18%
Steering1 · 9%
Seat belts1 · 9%
Engine and engine cooling1 · 9%
When complaints were filed
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From owner complaints
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 saturn vue hybrid. While driving approximately 55 mph, the contact stated that the electrical system failed without warning. The vehicle was repaired by an authorized dealer. The contact called the manufacturer who stated that the vehicle would be safe to drive after the repairs. The current…
My 2008 saturn vue hybrid started having huge problems. First the air conditioner started blowing hot air then the stabilititrak and service hybrid system; loss power warning came on along with the check engine light. My 2008 saturn vue hybrid would power down to 50% before engine shuts down. Sometimes it restarts…
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 saturn vue hybrid. The contact stated that the vehicle would move into hybrid mode and suddenly shut off whenever the vehicle was stopped. The vehicle seemed to try and restart although the engine was already on. The contact turned the vehicle off and tried to restart it; the vehicle did not…
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 saturn vue hybrid. While the contact was driving approximately 30 mph, approaching a traffic stop signal, the engine stalled with the "engine" warning light illumination. The vehicle restarted and resumed normally. The warning indicator permanent illumination began one month prior to the…
Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.