Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||||
| 08089-B | 11/01/2008 | 08089-C | 10027804 | General motors corp: special coverage adjustment; analog onstar deactivation. *pe updated 2/17/09. *pe | 02/09/2009 |
| 050730006 | 03/01/2005 | 10015047 | Service engine soon telltale illuminated with diagnostic trouble code p0742. *eh | 05/17/2005 | |
| 01802A | 01/01/2004 | 10007965 | App sensor 2 and/or tp sensor 2 signal circuit voltages drop. *tt | 07/19/2004 | |
| 010104 | 01/01/2004 | 10005198 | Speedometer fluctuation. *tt | 02/12/2004 | |
| 030845002 | 08/01/2003 | 10003503 | Revised 2.2l engine control module j1 & j2 connector face diagram. *tt | 10/22/2003 | |
| 04E01 | 08/01/2003 | 10003507 | Spark plug inspect/replace - product emission recall. *tt | 10/22/2003 | |
| 030845003C | 02/01/2006 | 030845003D | 10003066 | Reduced vehicle power, no transaxle down shift, ses light on, buzz noise from door speakers/speakers inoperative, heater blower motor inoperative, various diagnostic trouble codes (dtc) set. *tt | 10/07/2003 |
| 02T60 | 08/01/2002 | 633510 | Subject regarding starter remaining engaged after engine start up and/or electrical accessories being inoperative intermittently. *jg | 09/23/2002 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - SOFTWARE | |||||
| 08089-B | 11/01/2008 | 08089-C | 10027804 | General motors corp: special coverage adjustment; analog onstar deactivation. *pe updated 2/17/09. *pe | 02/09/2009 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - FRONT UNDERHOOD | |||||
| 3648 | 10018915 | Hesitation on acceleration after internal engine repairs - check injector harness orientation. *tt | 01/24/2006 | ||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||
| 01/14/2013 | 1 | ||
| I notice the beginning of the week when i started my car the air bag light and the service engine light remained on in my vehicle. i called my mechanic immediately and he told me that seemed be be a wiring or mechanical issue with the vehicle. he stated that saturn did have a recall on the vehicle for this issue and i needed to get a hold of someone immediately. that is why i am filing his complaint asking for immediate assistance with the critical issue with my vehicle. please if someone can contact immediately. *tr | |||
| 01/14/2013 | |||
| I notice the beginning of the week when i started my car the air bar light and the service engine light remained on in my vehicle. i called my mechanic immediately and he told me that seemed be be a wiring or mechanical issue with the vehicle. he stated that saturn did have a recall on the vehicle for this issue and i needed to get a hold of someone immediately. that is why i am filing his complaint asking for immediate assistance with the critical issue with my vehicle. please if someone can contact immediately. | |||
| 07/04/2012 | 135000 | 1 | |
| While returning on a trip and using the turn signal normally, there were several incidents in which the turn signal sounded like it was working at about twice the normal rate, however there was no indication that the turn lights were coming on. on one particular instance, when this happened, the turn signal got extremely warm to the touch and smoke was observed coming from the switch. there were several subsequent incidents during this trip and on subsequent days, but only the one in which the switch actually smoked (which is why i indicated a fire above). when i called saturn (gm dealership) about this, they mentioned that a similar switch was under recall, but not this one. after having replaced the turn signal switch, i had asked if saturn wanted the defective unit. surprisingly, saturn didn't seem too concerned and asked me to contact the dealership. the dealership, in turn, told me that all they could determine is that there was a problem with the switch and to contact saturn customer service. i am quite certain that if we hadn't corrected the issue (which is difficult to describe) that a more dangerous situation could've been caused, and that this switch design is faulty and may pose a safety (thermal) concern. i have kept the old switch and will gladly provide it to nhtsa if requested to do so. i didn't feel it safe to keep using the old switch, and while the cost was rather minimal to have it replaced, i'm surprised that saturn didn't offer to reimburse me and as i stated previously, didn't request the faulty part to be returned. i have not had any similar incidents since replacing the switch, which certainly corrected it. the part number listed on the old switch is shown as being ar339790736/22679804. in order to not cause the switch to go into the mode described above, it was best to not use the turn signal any more than possible. *tr | |||
| 07/04/2012 | 135000 | ||
| While returning on a trip and using the turn signal normally, there were several incidents in which the turn signal sounded like it was working at about twice the normal rate, however there was no indication that the turn lights were coming on. on one particular instance, when this happened, the turn signal got extremely warm to the touch and smoke was observed coming from the switch. there were several subsequent incidents during this trip and on subsequent days, but only the one in which the switch actually smoked (which is why i incidated a fire above). when i called saturn (gm dealership) about this, they mentioned that a similar switch was under recall, but not this one. after having replaced the turn signal switch, i had asked if saturn wanted the defective unit. surprisingly, saturn didn't seem too concerned and asked me to contact the dealership. the dealership, in turn, told me that all they could determine is that there was a problem with the switch and to contact saturn customer service. i am quite certain that if we hadn't corrected the issue (which is difficult to describe) that a more dangerous situation could've been caused, and that this switch design is faulty and may pose a safety (thermal) concern. i have kept the old switch and will gladly provide it to nhtsa if requested to do so. i didn't feel it safe to keep using the old switch, and while the cost was rather minimal to have it replaced, i'm surprised that saturn didn't offer to reimburse me and as i stated previously, didn't request the faulty part to be returned. i have not had any similar incidents since replacing the switch, which certainly corrected it. the part number listed on the old switch is shown as being ar339790736/22679804. in order to not cause the switch to go into the mode described above, it was best to not use the turn signal any more than possible. | |||
| 03/19/2012 | 166000 | ||
| I was rear ended on march 19th in springdale arkansas. i was parked at a stop light when a car rear ended me. the driver did not have insurance and his name was kyle roberts address on the accident report was 601 w easy street rogers arkansas. the vehicle was a mitsubishi mirage license plate 551 rkz and drivers license number 931627087. the officers name was proctor badge number 356. i received the letter from the insurance company progressive stating that he did not have insurance. the following day after the accident on the way home my service engine light, oil light and several other lights flashed. there was a loud popping noise and black smoke came pouring out and everything shut down. i have since noticed there is a recall for this same thing but was told it is not for my specific vin number. i am arguing with the insurance company because they refuse to repair the engine part which they said was not due to the accident. i think the impact from the wreck knocked the oil filler cap off because when the geico adjusters had the car they could not find it. i found the oil filler cap down in the front between the front of the engine and front of the car. oil was all over the engine and seized from what the geico adjusters said. i am placing a complaint with the insurance commissioner on geico for not picking me up for road side assistance, taking to long to repair the bumper, not knowing what they are doing taking so long to be able to repair the car. they tried charging me a $500 deductible when i had uninsured and underinsured motorists and several other issues with them. | |||
| 04/23/2012 | 160002 | ||
| Timing chain broke on the vehicle while driving it. | |||
| 09/14/2009 | |||
| I have an 03 saturn vue with multiple issues. i should have complained years ago but i am only now seeing the blogs regarding this dangerous hideous vehicle. the back window wiper blades work whenever, sporadically; the emergency flashers are inoperable most of the time, the button that turns them on is defective,;the electrical system- caution lights come on and off;reduced power light comes on and the car will not accelerate in heavy traffic. i have had some close calls in this vehicle and i realized it should of not been allowed to be on the road. it is a disaster. why are our tax dollars bailing out companies like gm when they make such defective, death traps as this? something is truly wrong here. run from the saturn vue -hopefully it will not be on the road much longer but i just don't want to be one of its casualties. | |||
| 09/22/2011 | 99072 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2003 saturn vue. while driving approximate 25 mph, the contact heard a loud popping sound under the hood immediately followed by the eruption of flames. the contact stopped the vehicle and had complications opening the door because the vehicle had lost all electrical power. the contact was eventually able to open the door and exit the vehicle. the police and fire department reported to the scene and a report was filed. the vehicle was towed to tow station and was declared as destroyed. the cause of the fire was undetermined. the approximate failure mileage was 99,072. | |||
| 09/22/2011 | 99072 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2003 saturn vue. while driving approximate 25 mph, the contact heard a loud popping sound under the hood immediately followed by the eruption of flames. the contact stopped the vehicle and had complications opening the door because the vehicle had lost all electrical power. the contact was eventually able to open the door and exit the vehicle. the police and fire department reported to the scene and a report was filed. the vehicle was towed to tow station and was declared as destroyed. the cause of the fire was undetermined. the approximate failure mileage was 99,072. kmj | |||
| 09/22/2011 | 99072 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2003 saturn vue. while driving at approximate 25 mph the contact heard a loud popping sound under the hood immediately followed by flames. the contact stopped the vehicle and had complications opening the door because the vehicle had lost all electrical power. the contact eventually opened the door. the police and fire department reported to the scene and a report was filed. the vehicle was towed to tow station. the vehicle was not repaired and was destroyed. the cause of the fire was undetermined. the approximate failure mileage was 99,072. ds | |||
| 07/27/2011 | |||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2003 saturn vue. the contact stated the rear trunk latch would not lock or unlock when accessing with the automatic key fob. the vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the problem. the failure mileage and vin were unavailable. js | |||
| 06/20/2011 | 153000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2003 saturn vue. while the contact started the ignition, the entire instrument panel illuminated with the flickering of four automatic door locks. in addition, the front and rear windshield wipers began to operate. the failures occurred intermittently. also, when the vehicle was in motion the failure would occur. the vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. the approximate failure mileage was 153,000. js | |||
| 03/10/2011 | 28000 | ||
| Body controll module (bcm) failure with loss of power steering and guages. | |||
| 05/10/2010 | 22000 | ||
| Alarm lights such as brakes, abs, service, & service engine soon continues to be lit once the car is started. the green light indicator that is supposedly constant is now intermittently flashing. the odometer went back to practically zero. the gas tank indicator is erratic, now it's almost full while a few weeks back, it's on empty. | |||
| 06/22/2010 | 145000 | ||
| We were driving to work in our 2003 saturn vue 5 speed, going 60 mph on the freeway when all of a sudden the rpm's started to go up and down when we let off the gas and would stall when we would shift. we figured it out pretty fast and looked for an on ramp while we tried to pigeon foot the gas and brake to prevent a stall in the middle of the freeway, then power steering went out and the dashboard lost power, we knew that something was very very wrong and that if we didnt' get off the freeway, we could be in serious trouble if the engine lost power. we spotted an off ramp ahead and with no power steering and no dashboard lights we crossed 3 lanes of traffic, just as we hit the off ramp the car started to sputter (rpm's going up and down) even with our foot on the gas, we lost all power and the engine quit in the middle of an intersection and almost got hit by a truck coming down the hill. luckily he swerved and missed another car coming the opposite direction. we pushed the car to an incline and rolled the car into a park and ride where my husband tried to figure out what was wrong. he figured it was the alternator so we had a friend pick one up for us and meet as the park and ride. he replaced the alternator and as usual for jump starting a car, we turned off all electrical draws (radio, a/c, fan ect.) the car started up, the rpm's flucuated briefly, then it was ok. 2 weeks later the exact same thing happend on a highway going 50 mph, luckily we were able to pull over and try to fix it again. same thing, turned off all electrical, jumped the car and started right up. 3 weeks later the rpm's started fluctuating and we figured out we needed to pigeon the gas and brake so it wouldn't stall and limped it home. saturn says it's the bcm computer and it's a common problem. we now have to pay $700 hundred dollars and find a way to get the saturn to the dealership without wrecking. | |||
| 06/25/2009 | 104000 | 1 | |
| Major transmission problems as well as ignition problems. recently have smoke coming out of my steering wheel when car is started. *tr | |||
| 06/17/2009 | 80100 | 1 | 02/01/2005 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2003 saturn vue. while driving various speeds, all of the instrument panel gauges and daytime running lamps fail; however, the engine continues to operate. the vehicle was taken to a local repair shop and the technician stated that the master control panel was failing. the vehicle is in the process of being repaired; however, the part is currently on backorder with the manufacturer. the manufacturer will be notified. the vehicle is currently not being driven. the failure and current mileages were 80,100. updated 08/27/09 *bf updated 08/31/09.*jb | |||
| 06/15/2009 | 170050 | 1 | |
| My service engine light was flashing today and about an hour later i started to loose power and when i pressed the gas i heard a loud noise. after doing research only i discovered there is a recall for the electrical system ignition: module on the 2003 saturn vue awd 6cycl. *tr | |||
| 06/16/2008 | 109000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2003 saturn vue. while driving approximately 25 mph, the contact heard a loud beeping noise and the security warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. the vehicle lost total electrical power. she contacted a professional mechanic and was informed that the bcm was the cause of the failure. currently, all the instrument panel gauges are inoperative. she is in the process of having the vehicle inspected. the contact filed a complaint with the manufacturer. the failure and current mileages were 109,000. | |||
| 05/27/2008 | 84000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2003 saturn vue. the contact attempted to start the vehicle and the windshield wipers activated automatically. the interior dome light flashed intermittently, and the vehicle shut completely off and would not restart. the dealer and manufacturer stated that the parts were unavailable for the repair. they placed her name on a waiting list and informed her that she will be notified when the parts arrived. the vin was unknown. the failure and current mileages were 84,000. | |||
| 05/14/2008 | 51364 | 1 | |
| On our 2003 saturn vue the locks kept unlocking and locking at random (whether the car was running or not), then it did not respond to the keyless entry. the horn kept going off randomly and could not be stopped. on 05/14/08 we took the vehicle in for diagnostics. we were told the bcm (body control module) needed to be replaced. we were told that a bad bcm could affect other components of the car. i feel that this could be dangerous especially while driving on the highway and the car suddenly stops. i looked the bcm for saturn cars on the internet and there seemed to be several complaints about this being a recurring problem for saturns. i don't understand why this part has not been recalled. *tr | |||
| 05/28/2007 | 27000 | 1 | 08/01/2003 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2003 saturn vue. while driving 35 mph, the power steering failed and the check engine light illuminated. the vehicle can be driven, but has not been diagnosed by the dealer. the contact stated the gauges did not function properly. the purchase date and correct vin were unknown. the current and failure mileages were 27,000. updated 02/01/08. *lj the consumer stated a/c, horn, windshield wipers, internal lights, and odometer all were inoperable. the consumer stated austin saturn tried to tighten the fuse block bolts, but it was actually worse afterwards. they replaced the bcm for half price. updated 02/01/08 *tr | |||
| 04/15/2006 | 52600 | 1 | 12/01/2002 |
| Computer failed on 2003 saturn vue (4-cyl vti version) causing gauges and system lights to blink and fluctuate uncontrollably. additionally, door locks were turned on and off repeatedly. i had difficulty exiting the vehicle once at the dealership because of the locks. incident occurred while driving in on highway at 58 mph. mileage of vehicle is 52,600. dealership replaced computer -- problem was not under warranty. *nm | |||
| 10/25/2003 | 16358 | 3 | 11/09/2002 |
| Consumer states: took in vehicle on 5 separate times for transmission, whining noise was heard, almost like the engine was overheating. was on highway, and no matter how much gas consumer gave it vehicle wouldn't move. when giving it more gas the engine would rev but still wouldn't go. before problems with transmission, at a separate time, something with the computer went wrong. it completely shut down. such as gas gauge showed empty tank and speedometer went to zero.*ak when at a stop idle seems to drop and when accelerating from stop, vehicle hestiates and lurches. transaxle speed sensor replaced. transmission control module reprogramed due to whining noise. hood won't open. hood cable readjusted. driver and passenger washer nozzle missing and replaced. steering wheel making noise. shaft boot greased. service engine soon (ses) light on. oxygen sensor was contaminated and replaced. *tt | |||
| 01/25/2005 | 5 | 05/01/2003 | |
| I have 2 saturns, a 2001 sc2 and a 2003 vue. a few months ago, the battery on the sc2 went dead -- this was the 2nd battery since the vehicle was newly purchased. so now the sc2 is on its 3rd battery since taken off the saturn showroom. the vue was also purchased new and today the entire electrical system was dead. this vehicle is already on its 2nd battery so (it appears) that will need replacement as well. there appears to be a major electrical fault with saturn vehicles that they refuse to admit. otherwise, why would 2 saturns (different models) go through a total of 5 (60-month) batteries in less than 5 years. i respectfully request that this company be investigated regarding this problem to determine why these problems exist. in the case of my sc2, saturn (initially) refused to pay for the replacement stating that it was not covered under their extended warranty. it was only after i told them that had i purchased directly from ac delco the warranty would be honored and that they -- in their contract with delco -- refused the warranty services delco offered. they apparently knew of the electrical problems with their vehicles and wanted to fleece customers rather than pay delco extra for the warranty agreements. *nm | |||
| 08/14/2004 | 11000 | 2 | 04/01/2003 |
| Turn signal failed. the consumer replaced the bulbs but within a week they burned out again. *ak the consumer then complained to the delaer who replaced the resistor and bulbs. *nm | |||
| 05/03/2004 | 18900 | 4 | 12/12/2002 |
| First my engine blew because saturn did not put oil back into my vue during a routine oil change next my control computer in the vue had to be replaced because it did not work. now my transmission cover needs replaced. i also hear about potential problems with the rear end suspension now. i bought a new vue for its reliability and it is not reliable all on saturns fault.*ak | |||
| 04/16/2004 | 1800 | 5 | 10/31/2003 |
| I have had my 2003 vue for about 1 1/2 years. in that time i have had an unexplainable rattle in the head liner, design flaw in the sunroof/moonroof, gas guage sensor replaced, thermostat replaced, slipping transmission, flame outs when trying to start the engine resulting in flooding, jumping to the right at acceleration from a stop, heat blowing out of the vents during the summer when the fan is shut off and temp is on cold, and this week a dazzling display of indicator lights and guages and dash lights randomly turning on and off with the eventual loss of power steering. and i thought my transmission issues with my tahoe were bad? we purchased the vue for our daughter to drive when she turns 16. i feel that this car will not be safe for her to drive. i am very concerned with stories i am hearing about the airbags failing, abs failing, steering failing. this could be fatal for an inexperienced driver.*ak | |||
| 03/08/2004 | 42000 | 10/06/2002 | |
| Air conditioner compressor failed without warning at 42,000 miles. | |||
| 07/14/2003 | 7016 | 8 | |
| I have taken my 2003 saturn vue in 8 times for high idle (1000 rpm) in neutral, ses light on, and engine cooling fan going on. the dealer stopped attempting to fix the problem on visit 6 (when they let my car sit at the dealership for 13 days with 1 diagnosis attempt). another dealer has looked at the car for the last two visits. saturn says they cannot find anything wrong. yet i have found a saturn service bulletin on the nhtsa website. the high idle is a safety issue because it affects my shifting. an independent ase certified mechanic has stated that the high idle and engine fan running will eventually damage the fan, engine mounts and catalytic converter. of course, my gas mileage is compromised as well as my safety. the service bulletin pertains to the ses light, code p0171 fuel trim system lean. *ak | |||
| 03/01/2003 | 5257 | 3 | 10/28/2002 |
| While driving the vehicles check engine light illuminated and then the vehicle lost all power. the vehicle was taken to the dealer on two occasions but those repairs did not correct the problem. it wasn't until the third attempt the the dealer changed the electrical harness. the consumer is not satisfied with the performance of this vehicle or the saturn dealer. *mr *scc *nlm | |||
| 06/13/2003 | 8000 | 09/01/2002 | |
| There is an electrical issue in the lighting system on this car. when the headlights are turned on (not the daytime running lights) the turn signal/headlight control stalk will get hot to the touch in about 20 minutes. i contacted saturn via email and they told me to take it to my dealer. that's all well and good but saturn of rochester (new york) is a joke. *nlm | |||
| 02/28/2003 | 3200 | 4 | |
| Misc electrical problems, car won't start, service engine soon light on, service soon light on, speedometer to zero, tachometer to zero, cruise control wouldn't work. this happened on 4 different occasions. *nlm | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY | |||
| 07/05/2008 | 55000 | 1 | 11/20/2002 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2003 saturn vue. the contact attempted to start the engine, but was unsuccessful. he believed that the battery was the cause of the failure. he opened the hood and noticed that the battery terminal had came off, and battery acid leaked all over the driveway. the contact purchased a new exide auto lite battery. the prior one came equipped with the vehicle. the current and failure mileages were 55,000. updated 07/29/08.*lj updated 08/05/08. *jb updated 09/17/08. *lj updated 09/24/08. *jb | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION | |||
| 12/01/2008 | 10000 | 1 | |
| Ignition problems. locks up. ignition was replaced at least 2x and worked on a few times. lock finally disconnected. cost $ *tr | |||
| 12/01/2007 | 82400 | 50 | 04/12/2003 |
| 2003 saturn vue, awd, v6,upon pulling out of intersection, accelerating, automatic transmission not up shifting on accelerating. loss of power. engine accels but vehicle movement slows. transmission does not engage. dealership states that the computer needs to be dummied up. vehicle is not use to a different driver. can not pull out of intersection fast. good car for very very slow person.. not vti transmission. dealership has dummied up computer many times. seems to help for a while but after a while we are just use to acceleration slow to let the transmission shift before applying additional gas pedal. rear drive unit grinding on turning. dealer states that this a known problem and has a kit ready with all parts needed to make the repairs in the rear end unit. price is over $1000.00... i was not reimbursed for any costs. failure on rear unit occurred at 70,000 miles. vehicle purchased new and my wife drove, till 75,000 miles. now i am driving the vue and i would like to accelerate a little more quickly out of some intersection. spark plug failed at 50,000 miles. they are to last to 100,000 miles. very expensive repair to replace the spark plug, have to tear off the top end of intake manifold to get to it. many expensive replacement gaskets had to be replaced and the labor also. i used my personal certified mechanic to save some money. bad design. *tr | |||
| 11/11/2007 | 20 | ||
| This car is a piece of crap. i cannot even sell it because people whomever look at it says it runs horribly. the truck doesn't accelerate properly, the gas tank float doesn't always work, there's a problem with the key getting stuck in the ignition when you attempt to start the car (if you can get it in it doesn't always turn), it makes grinding sounds when it turns, the cd player scratches your cd's, there are burning smells for no reason .... on and on and on. don't know why there has never been a recall on this vehicle. i can't afford to fix everything that goes on with it. if anyone is interested in a class action suit please email me at. *tr | |||
| 01/06/2005 | 10 | 03/17/2003 | |
| Have taken car to dealer more than once for following items: (1) ignition does not release when key removed. the first time all they did was make a new key, today (feb 16, 2006) they changed a spring on the 1st level. problem still exists intermittent, after i left dealer. first reported apx sept 2005. (2) major skidding on slight grades when sudden braking. dealers maint fluffed it off each time saying nothing wrong. problem since 2004. (3) when shifting down from drive to park intermittent sticking at reverse position, very subtle but definitely not normal. problem just started (jan 2006). date listed under incident date was just to be able to input into computer. there are 3 different issues from different dates and yrs. all are apx. *jb | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - MODULE | |||
| 01/08/2010 | 104000 | 1 | |
| Ignition module replaced , service engine light stay solid , advice to replace catalytic converter , after 2 months engine coil failed , 2 cylinders failed and cat converter turned cherry red due to excess of fuel burned , fire hazard and road hazard . *tr | |||
| 12/04/2009 | 100000 | 1 | |
| Car misfiring and probably needed new plugs. was told that i needed an ignition coil pack, ignition control module and that it would more than $700.00. found this to be a problem with other vehicles that are my same year and make. 2003 saturn vue. campaign number for the complaint/recall is 03v231000. *tr | |||
| 07/29/2008 | 106000 | 1 | |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2003 saturn vue. while driving at any speed, the reduced power light illuminated and the vehicle performed at half power. the dealer stated that the vehicle needed a new engine. the contact did not notice any differences in the vehicle beforehand. the current and failure mileages were 106,000. updated 10/07/08. *lj the consumer stated he experienced t he same problem that other saturn models had and they were recalled for an ignition module problem. updated 10/08/08. *jb | |||
| 10/06/2007 | 82000 | 45 | 05/05/2005 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2003 saturn vue. while driving 10 mph, the engine vibrated and then misfired. the vehicle decelerated to 1 mph and the contact was unable to accelerate. the mechanic stated that the ignition control module caused the failure. the mechanic replaced the ignition control module; however, the failure continued. there is a recall for the electrical system: ignition: module (nhtsa campaign id number 03v231000) for the 2000-2003 saturn l-series. the manufacturer stated that her vin was not included in the recall. the contact felt that her vin should be included. as of november 15, 2007, the dealer had not repaired the vehicle. the current and failure mileages were 82,000. updated 01-10-08. *kb the coil pack was replaced which did not correct the problem. updated 01/08/08 | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - SWITCH | |||
| 12/10/2007 | 43000 | 75 | 09/01/2003 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2003 saturn vue. when the key was placed in the ignition, the key would not turn until several minutes later. the dealer stated that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. the failure mileage was 43,000 and current mileage was 43,300. | |||
| 12/20/2007 | 76420 | 1 | 10/30/2002 |
| Saturn 2003 vue with vti transmission was purchased new in 10/02. at 76,000 miles when accelerating to get on highway, the rpm's were roaring and the speedometer was dropping. pulled on shoulder and was able to drive car at 30 mph a few miles to the saturn creve coeur dealer, who met us getting out of the car, and told us he could not even look at our car to go somewhere else! drove sides streets 30 mph to south county saturn dealer where purchased. after test driving they stated they thought the range switch was bad. no longer under extended warranty it would cost $452 to replace. after read about others complaints on this site, and having never heard of a range switch i am leary of spending the $452 only to have them tell me the next time it happens that the transmission will need to be replaced. recently had problems with ignition sticking when turning the key. they told me it was some switch then too and the next day it did the same thing. then i was told that i needed a whole new ignition after they held the key and ground it down! i do not trust them. car has not had a problems the past few days. i will never buy another saturn! *tr | |||
| 08/07/2007 | 33800 | 2 | 08/10/2003 |
| Ignition switch/control locks when exiting the vehicle, and then is extremely difficult to unlock, while attempting to start the car .... vue is 4 years old, with 33,000 miles... vehicle has done this since the first day i owned it. complained to dealership a year ago, during routine maintenance check, and was told that i must be yanking the steering wheel to the left into lock position while getting out of the car! seriouly, if it was that difficult to turn the key in the ignition while starting it, do they think i would deliberately do this? ignition switch/control completely failed 8/7. had to called aaa twice for help; first time the tow truck driver banged on the key while it was in the ignition and it unlocked...said he sees this all of the time and that the control was probably going out. i called dealership and made an appt. to take it in, to be checked. second time, same day @10 pm....again aaa driver had to bang on the key, to get it unlocked...immediately drove it to the dealership and left it in their driveway to service in the morning. awaiting call on cost of repairs.. more than likely out of warranty now. my saturn l300 sedan, did the same thing .....traded it for the vue when my lease was up. a co-worker says his ion does it, and his daughter's older model l200 has always done this .... *tr | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - STARTER ASSEMBLY | |||
| 11/17/2003 | 2 | ||
| 2003 saturn vue failed to start. *kb the vehicle made squeaking noises when the consumer made a right turn, in addition to various other rumblings. the consumer experienced problems with the rotors, bearings and transmission. a special wheel bearing had to be ordered as well as a special side cover and hardware for the transmission. the coolant switch was defective. the rear wipers would stick. the gas gauge would only read 3/4 full. the air condition stopped working and the hot and cold knob did not go all the to cool. the starter was replaced which was the reason the vehicle wasn't starting. the transfer case seal was replaced. *jb | |||
| 02/06/2003 | 1 | ||
| Problems with transmission equipment on 2003 saturn vue.***no answer required***.*mr three weeks after the vehicle was purchased the consumer was notified of a transmission related recall on the vehicle. four months later the transmission failed without warning in traffic. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was determined that the transmission needed to be replaced (vti transmission). the manufacturer is aware of the problems with the vti transmission but instead of replacing the with a different type of transmission they extended the warranty. the starter and rear wiper motor was replaced. both fuel senders failed resulting in inaccurate fuel readings. the liftgate became stuck when opened. *nm | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - FRONT UNDERHOOD | |||
| 03/28/2003 | 1 | 11/28/2002 | |
| I purchased a 2003 vue on 12/02 there was a recall in 03/03 the problem was fixed, but lead to other problems. (1) the check engine light would not go out took it in 2 times. (2) the car was lurching when coming to a stop. (3) the car did not get enough gas when taking off. (4) there is a knocking sound when i turn a corner. (5) the car had to be towed in just 1 day after picking it up for other problems because it would not start. *jb | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - INTERIOR/UNDER DASH | |||
| 02/01/2005 | 38200 | 1 | 03/21/2003 |
| Upon pressing down fairly hard on my vehicle's horn it honked in a normal fashion and stopped upon when i removed my hand, but then it continued to honk on its own on an intermittent basis. at the same time, the service vehicle warning light went on. i was unable to stop this condition until the fuse was removed. | |||
| 11/27/2002 | |||
| Consumer states vehicle has broken down 3x in the last 5 days. dealer has confirmed that the bcm, the main brain/computer of the vehicle is failing. ts | |||