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Saturn VUE repairs by problem area
Engine (27%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)
Brakes and Traction Control (7%)
Suspension and Steering (23%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (22%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)
Other (6%)
Chart based on 1600 repairs.
Saturn VUE engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (3%)
$1000 - $2499 (10%)
$500 - $999 (16%)
$100 - $499 (34%)
< $100 (37%)
Chart based on 346 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2009 Saturn VUE
Engine not specified
| 47000 mi | Fuel pump replaced fortunately under warranty. Would have been roughly 800 dollars |
2009 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV
257-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 90900 mi US $1200 |
Faulty throttle body,car will loose speed all of a sudden had to limp to repair shop. The issue was a defective throttle body |
2009 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV
257-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed automatic FWD
| 56000 mi US $472 |
Check engine light, DTC PO303: Misfire on cylinder #3 due to open coil. The coil was removed and replaced. DTC P0496: EVAP flow during non-purge. Evap. purge valve stuck open. Removed and replaced solenoid. |
2009 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV
257-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed automatic AWD
| 92800 mi US $1500 |
Throttle Position Sensor contaminated with water/mist/condensation from intake and oil spray from PCV valve releases. Throttle Position Sensor was replaced, and the plumbing associated with the PCV valve between crankcase and intake was also cleaned/replaced. |
2009 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV
222-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD
| 154000 mi US $370 |
Water pump was leaking. |
| 77000 mi | head was defective |
2009 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV
172-horsepower 2.4L I4 Hybrid 4-speed automatic FWD
| 44000 mi | Fan Belt tension pulley replaced after breaking off, Fan belt replaced. Fan Belt tension pulley replaced after braking off, Fan belt replaced |
| 189000 mi US $550 |
belt keep breaking, the hybrid system failed. |
2009 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV
169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 67300 mi | replacement of intake camshaft position actuator control solenoid |
| 8000 mi US $1500 |
Radiator fan wouldn't come on at proper temp. First two dealers wanted $3,000 to diagnose. An independent shop said that the problem was caused by an incorrect reflash. They replaced the TCM and reprogrammed it for $1,500. Not warranty because salvage tit |
| 67000 mi US $40 |
The exhaust camshaft actuator solenoid had to replaced per P0010 or P0013, followed you tube video instruction. Save approx $200. As a DIY. |
| 77000 mi US $465 |
The solenoids for the intake and exhaust showed code ex. PO010 again I think.... car wouldn't start right away. Mechanic said it would just get worst. Ironically, the part was replaced once already. |
| 108000 mi US $575 |
Exhaust manifold intake was warped and had to be replaced |
| 17000 mi | reprogrammed cluster on dash that controls auto door locks; lites on, etc. This had been a GM TSB as other GM cars have been affected. They gave me a loaner car, work was completed in 2 hrs. Working great. |
| 69500 mi US $200 |
after being hit by a piece of metal flying down the freeway, my oil pan was replaced, and car given an alignment. Gas gauge no longer working, mechanic thinks it could be stuck. Using Techron for a while to see if that helps. |
| 90000 mi US $4000 |
Burnt Valve #1. Multiple engine trouble lights were on including traction system and stability control. Added to cost of replacing head and 4 valves was new timing belt and tensioner, intake and exhaust actuators, coolant and oil/filter. |
2008 Saturn VUE
Engine not specified
| 10000 mi | VEHICLE DRIVEN FOR 10K MILES. NO OIL CHANGE LIGHT CAME ON. ADVISED BY DEALER THEY WOULD FIX "REFLASH" AND PERFORM OIL CHANGE. ADVISED OF 3K OIL CHANGE INTERVAL DESPITE MANUFAC RECOMMENDATIONS TO WAIT FOR LIGHT. |
2008 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV
257-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 54000 mi US $100 |
Engine Misfire - Failed #5 Coil Pack - replaced under warranty |
| 112000 mi US $400 |
Engine mounts |
| 133000 mi US $332 |
Check engine light was on; replaced purge valve |
| 1500 mi | Ignition switch wouldn't release key. I had to leave the key in for 3 days until I could get in to have it replaced. |
| 2000 mi | Remote start inoperative due to bad sensor causing engine light to come on. |
| 37000 mi | difficult to ignite |
| 44000 mi | replaced a failed transmission mount |
| 60000 mi US $660 |
reseal engine cover |
| 91000 mi US $500 |
EVAP purge solenoid |
| 99000 mi US $400 |
sparks, ignition coils |
| 63300 mi US $260 |
Emissions purge solenoid and valve were replaced. |
| 62000 mi | emission, said there was TSI on it and they reset it. P0449 code, high resistance in the evap vent valve. |
| 42000 mi | Leaky heater cooler / core. symtoms are foggy windshield and sweet smell when heater is active. Requested assistance from manufacturer due to "out of warranty" due to mileage. comped a rental also |
| 87700 mi US $1200 |
Timing Chain worn (engine light) purge solenoid stuck (replaced purge solenoid STED system |
2008 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV
257-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 11000 mi | Will crank but won't start on first attempt after vehicle has sat for a while after driving, and still warm. Operates normal after car cools down (like overnight). |
| 12000 mi | A return trip due to car not starting on first attempt when vehicle and outside temps are warm. They replaced a fuel regulator and no changes. Problem still exists. |
| 14000 mi | Car wouldn't start normally on first attempt. Fuel pump wouldn't hold pressure. Fuel pump replaced. |
| 10000 mi | Fuel pressure started dropping to zero psi immediately after turning off engine. Then, wouldn't start on first turn of key. Fuel pump was replaced twice before they gave up. |
| 32000 mi | Antifreeze odor when operating the heater. |
| 33000 mi | Heater core developed a leak and had to be replaced. |
| 24000 mi | Check engine, stabilitrak, anti-lock brake warning lights came on, engine misfiring. Dealer found that Camshaft was out of tolerance. Replaced head, camshaft, gaskets, fluids in accordance with service bulletin. |
| 7000 mi | Key could not be removed from ignition switch. The ignition lock cylinder was replaced (had to be ordered, hence the 4 days). I did get a loaner car to use. |
| 95500 mi | Internal modules were losing communication w/ each other causing engine codes and lots of dashboard warning lights. Car would drive like it had bad gas after this happened each time until the engine was restarted, but that didn't always help |
| 24000 mi | Check engine light came on, and they replaced a part to correct it. Covered under warranty. |
| 47150 mi US $600 |
Front wheel speed sensor failed, replaced under warranty. Rear wheel ESP/ABS sensor replaced under warranty(second time). |
| 81800 mi US $500 |
Emissions: Two problems were discovered. First was a failed gas cap the other was a cracked EVAP cansiter. |
| 91000 mi US $200 |
The left bank (front)valve cover cracked resulting in a steady oil leak. |
2008 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV
257-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed automatic FWD
| 47300 mi US $1000 |
heater core replacement |
| 63000 mi | dealer diagnostic indicated that timing chain needed replacement 2K ...got 2nd opinion from independent mechanic. no timing chain issue needed oil change only. dealer tried to rip us off |
| 100000 mi US $40 |
emission purge solenoid inop; replaced. |
| 21000 mi | Blown cylinder head, cracked piston ring. |
| 29000 mi | Minor engine oil leak. Replaced seal, but problem persists. |
| 60000 mi US $1200 |
Replaced leaking radiator |
| 75300 mi US $800 |
Serpentine belt was showing signs of wear - replaced it while we replaced the alternator while we were in there. Was a parts only deal. |
| 30000 mi US $1244 |
To Long to List: Lots of leaks and replacements of gaskets, seals, spark plugs and 14 things that needed replacement. |
| 42500 mi | gas cap wouldn't seat. dash light on. |
| 52700 mi C $2500 |
Pressure release valve/solenoid replaced. Couldnt pump fuel into the vehicle and had a fault code too. |
2008 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV
257-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed automatic AWD
| 11000 mi | Accelerator position sensor corroded. First trip computer reset. Second trip sensor replaced and some part of body molding resealed to prevent moisture from reaching the sensor. |
| 23000 mi | Faulty heater core. |
| 102000 mi US $1300 |
Emissions sensor; also installed new brake pads all the way 'round |
| 7000 mi | CO2 sensor malfunctioned. |
| 9000 mi US $28500 |
Check engine light triggered by bad emission sensor. Repaired emission sensor. Emissions sensor bad, replaced. Mechanic then encountered MANY computer problems. Wiring appreas the issue. Tear down of vehicle required. A week in the shop before traded it in for a newer of the same (newer in the production line). SOLD! |
| 59000 mi US $400 |
engine light on, emission control operating out of range, replace EVAP recalibrate ECM |
2008 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV
222-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD
| 18000 mi | car does not start properly, cranks but does not start, after key is released and returns from "start" engine continues to crank on its own, then must turn key 2nd time to get it to start, dealer says it is known fuel pump issue, no repair! |
| 105400 mi C $400 |
One spark plug failed causing an engine misfire when accelerating |
| 114700 mi | Quite a fluke with the car on a highway trip. I was driving about 100 km/h on a major highway when the dashboard lights for anti-skid came on and the car started to slow down and pressing the gas pedal wasn't doing anything. The car came to a full stop in about 10 seconds, brakes seized. It was not a pleasant situation on that highway as there were cars right behind me travelling at over 100 km/h. I could have been hit hard from behind due to this... I shut the car off, tried to pull the battery leads off but did not have the tools with me. In about 5-10 minutes I attempted to restart the car and succeeded at it - everything seemed to be functioning normally... I still had to drive over 200 km on a mountain highway and we made it to the destination safely without any additional issues. I later heard that others had a similar issue with the vehicle and pointed at a camshaft sensor as the culprit. Although the problem sorted itself, this is a major intrinsic defect, which can put an owner at a substantial risk when travelling on a highway. The manufacturer should never have designed the sensor that way. If I saw a specific light come up on a dashboard, it should have been enough in this situation. Thus, buyer beware - cheap, flimsy american vehicles are garbage and it just shows how low they are willing to go in order to save some money for their bottom lines. |
| 106199 mi US $10 |
Replaced Oil Flange Gasket located by oil filter. |
| 27900 mi | Front main seal leaking |
| 31000 mi | Transmission slip returned Check engine light on. The replaced a speed sensor. |
| 42964 mi | oil pan gasket replaced front crank seal replaced both cylinder head gaskets replaced |
| 43864 mi | Replace head gaskets, front seal and oil pan seal |
| 46500 mi | oil pan seal leak, oil pan seal replaced |
| 47760 mi C $756 |
Leaking radiator replaced |
| 111600 mi C $3500 |
crankshaft sensor failed. had to be replaced. |
| 65920 mi C $400 |
Backfire in plug #5. Had to replace spark plugs even though it is recommended replacing them at 150,000 km. |
| 76740 mi C $80 |
Oil sensor was replaced |
| 20000 mi | Front crankshaft oil seal began leaking oil and was replaced as per TSB from manufacturer. |
2008 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV
172-horsepower 2.4L I4 Hybrid 4-speed automatic FWD
| 91100 mi US $200 |
Hybrid system error/Stabilitrak error/check engine light was popping up during long distance driving. Local mechanic replaced camshaft parts. |
| 110000 mi US $200 |
Engine oil leaking thru crankshaft seal. Visited several independent shop since it requires special tools. |
| 20000 mi | Message on dash indicated engine problem, with message "check hybrid battery". Recall on hybrid batteries due to corrosion. Batteries back ordered. While waiting, hybrid batteries shorted entire electrical, car had to be towed in. Dead. |
2008 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV
169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 21000 mi | Engine light came on. Determine a engine misfire set off the engine light. However still had to bring it in to get the light reset. what a pain. |
| 15000 mi | trans TSB 08-06-04-036 and OLM recall |
| 30000 mi | Radiator may burst (TSB) - radiator hose altered |
| 5000 mi | While engine is running, there is a loud rattle coming from engine on passenger side. The vehicle has been in and out of the shop 2 other times to attempt repair. The techs can hear the noise and see what is rattling, but cannot repair it. Was told the... Another trip to dealership to diagnose rattling noise while engine is running. The techs are trying to determine best way to repair. The problem was not repaired as person was still not available to work on vehicle. |
| 6000 mi | After vehicle was remote started the heating and cooling system fan and temperature could not be adjusted. Computer needed to be re-programmed. |
| 4000 mi | Updated software in TCM (Transmission Control Module) & BCM (Body Control Module) to effect repair against a TSB helping transmission to shift less when cruise engaged. |
| 5000 mi | Transmission required re-flash of software, previous software flash was causing transmission to hang for extended period in 3rd gear and rendering manual mode unavailable by forcing transmission to stay in 4th gear, unable to change with - button. Technician forgot to reset oil life monitoring system when completing required recall issued by GM to fix the light that was supposed to illuminate when oil life low. |
| 2000 mi | Check engine light on - evap systems leak. |
| 4000 mi | Code P0442. Replaced Evap Canister and problem was solved. |
| 16000 mi | The oil life monitor indicator light never lit. Engine downshifted too much on even the slightest incline when cruise control was used. The caused the vehicle to speed up dramatically. A TSB specifying a software update for the TCM resolved the problem. |
| 136000 mi US $235 |
Oil pan rtv (no gasket) began leaking oil. Mechanic dropped oil pan and resealed |
| 102800 mi US $40 |
I received an MIL Code of P0010. Research indicated the probable cause to the the Camshaft Position Sensor Actuator Solenoid (akaOil Control Valve) on the intake side. This sits right on top of the head of the engine. Easy to replace. |
| 141000 mi US $350 |
Radiator rotted out |
| 141000 mi US $300 |
Cracked exhaust manifold |
| 46000 mi US $216 |
Re-wired for sensors in dash. Sensors OK. |
| 67000 mi US $175 |
Defective intake solenoid valve. Replaced. |
| 93400 mi US $925 |
install transmission mount |
| 85760 mi | Emissions. Check engine light. Item replaced but the light returned. Into shop next Wedn to revisit issue. |
| 86800 mi | Same issue as reported in October 2015 |
| 87420 mi C $125 |
Replaced purge valve |
| 96100 mi C $200 |
R&R intake valve timing control solenoid |
| 104780 mi C $870 |
Exhaust system |
| 57300 mi US $359 |
The check engine light has been on for about 3 months. When I took it for repair the mechanics could not find a problem. They told me I could take it to the dealer, but I haven't because I have not had any problems. The light is still on |
| 54000 mi US $575 |
Replace cam position sensor and evaporative emmissions sensor. |
| 90000 mi US $60 |
Exhuast camshaft position sensor turned on Check Engine light. |
| 64151 mi C $350 |
CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON, DIAGNOSTICS, REPLACE INTAKE CAM POSITION ACTUATOR SOLONOID |
| 74400 mi C $298 |
check engine light on. replaced Exhaust cam position actuator solonoid |
| 5580 mi | Rear right speed sensor harness had corroded,needed to be replaced |
| 102000 mi US $577 |
Replaced catalytic converter |
| 182500 mi US $795 |
Exhaust system replaced from the engine back. Required manufacturer's parts. |
| 203000 mi US $788 |
catalytic converter |
| 211000 mi US $50 |
Leak at bypass pipe o-rings. Replaced O rings and thermostat gasket. |
| 220000 mi US $436 |
O2 sensor, plus a broken manifold bolt. |
| 111000 mi US $1300 |
Replaced thermostat |
| 116000 mi US $50 |
Replaced thermostat |
| 40000 mi | Replaced intake and exhaust solenoids. |
| 37000 mi US $40 |
Intake valve sensor. Reason it wa replaced was the "check engine " light came on. |
| 7000 mi | Codes P2101 Throttle Position Performance,P1516 Throttle Actuator Control Performance found. Found internal short in ECM (electronic control module). They replaced and programed ECM. Powertrain Control Module Replacement. |
| 28000 mi | shutter on 1-2 shift compass keeps losing calibration |
| 48000 mi US $260 |
check engine light on--failed local inspection--emission system had malfunctioned--new parts required--code not yet read by computer--need to drive it more they say and will be best read once gas level is half full |
| 15000 mi | key gets stuck in ignition upon turning engine off. Trip to dealer was unsuccessful, as dealer could not replicate problem. problem still persists intermittently. |
| 50500 mi US $350 |
Transmission error codes existed. Local shop indicated bring to dealer. Dealer diagnosed and found ignition switch issue causing transmission code erros. Ignition Switch was replaced (not under warranty). |
2008 Saturn VUE 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 1000 mi | Reflash BCM per mailing. |
2007 Saturn VUE
Engine not specified
| 42000 mi | the transmission was "Stuttering" at some shifts. The service writer found a "Recall Service Bulletin" noting that the transmission computer needed to be "FLashed" or a new torque converter. The flash worked by a gm dealer |
2007 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV
248-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD
| 179800 mi C $120 |
squealing sound coming from the engine - replaced serpentine belt. |
| 221960 mi C $333 |
serpentine belt tensioner was replaced along with the belt itself. |
| 110300 mi US $130 |
Had to have the muffler replaced. |
| 3000 mi | Check Engine Light - displaying history of possible loose gas cap. |
| 8000 mi | Check engine light - displaying history of possible loose gas cap. Turned out to be a loose hose. |
| 21000 mi US $37 |
'Evap Fuel Sys' fault code - replaced gas cap. |
| 6200 mi C $150 |
Still no fix for this damm engine pinging problem. This is driving me to the wall! |
| 6200 mi | This never stopping pinging problem. I can't take it anymore!! Biggest mistake in my entire life was buying a Saturn. Engine pinging on acceleration. I have no choice but to sell it at a loss before the warranty ends. Stay away from Saturn. |
| 8060 mi C $60 |
Same as before, and now has a power steering squeak when turning wheels. |
| 11780 mi C $100 |
100 for inspection cost and they forgot to change oil, have to go back. And of course still has pinging problem which they told me not to worry about it(ya right). |
| 21700 mi C $150 |
powertrain software flash to fix transmission issue |
| 950000 mi US $250 |
Ignition switch broke; new switch installed, key fobs reprogrammed. New switch does not have steering wheel lock and was told replacement switch does not have this feature. GM BS, not happy. |
| 104000 mi US $1500 |
fill sensor and coolant reservoir replacement, |
2007 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV
248-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD
| 115800 mi | cylinder misfires |
| 117500 mi US $900 |
Cylinder misfire message was due to malfunctioning fuel injector. Injector was stuck open and needed to be replaced. |
| 30380 mi | There was a rumble and the RPM gauge would fluctuate slightly. Power train had to be reprogramed. There is a recall, effective February 2011 for this rumbling problem. Could be premature wear on torque convertor if problem is not address |
| 57000 mi US $155 |
A bolt connecting two exhaust pieces had rusted and broken off. Part of the gasket at this connection also broke/fell out causing an exhaust leak. Both bolts at connection and the gasket were replaced. |
| 17040 mi C $100 |
Ignition lock sticking. Key would turn if jiggled the right way. We were getting by with it since we purchased used {June 29,2010] but while getting oil change mechanic could not start it so we had locking cylinder changed on extended war. |
| 38000 mi | When the Saturn Vue was idling in place, you could hear what sounded like my fuel was boiling. Saturn repair noticed this and informed me. Said it was a carbon filter that needed replaced. Covered under warranty. |
| 80000 mi US $100 |
I couldn't get my key out of my ignition, once I could get it out and put it back in, it took a while for me to be able to turn the key to get my vehicle started. Problem has been fixed with a new ignition. |
| 21000 mi | TSB - reprogram transmission controller. |
| 110000 mi | Key tumbler was replace under a service bulletin |
| 40300 mi C $75 |
Throaty, hole in the exhaust type noise observed when on highway or on incline. Intermittent in nature and is hard to pinpoint as it comes and goaes. Dealer says exhaust is intact! Noise is still there. Followup required again. |
| 46500 mi | Throaty exhaust noise continues & getting worse. Had mechanic ride shotgun as we took the Vue for a test drive. Mechanic heard noise. Advised that GM would have to get back to the dealer. The resonator had failed and was out of warranty. Estimate $900.00 |
| 47740 mi C $199 |
Resonator replaced by Muffler Shop for $199. Thats a 1/4 of the price from dealer. Failed Resonator upon inspection had cracked and perforated around a weld. Muffler shop welded in a new aftermarket SS resonator.Dealer never called back! |
| 89900 mi C $1400 |
check engine light intermittently comes on |
2007 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV
170-horsepower 2.4L I4 Hybrid 4-speed automatic FWD
| 51000 mi US $710 |
Removed and replaced serpentine belt and belt tensioner. Tensioner had failed, making it so the motor generator wouldn't automatically restart the engine after shutting off at a light. |
| 19220 mi C $80 |
Sensor needed to be replaced. |
| 25420 mi C $150 |
Engine light was on, and they looked at it and could not diagnose the problem. |
| 54900 mi | Hybrid system not working correctly all the time. Hybrid battery pack replaced under recall. Problem fixed, but system operates differently and less often now. With the slightest touch of the accelerator the ECO now goes out. |
| 66000 mi | Hybrid function stopped working. They cleaned the connections to the hybrid battery pack. |
| 12200 mi | Replaced hybrid battery due to leakage. |
| 12000 mi | Hybrid battery failed and was replaced. Delay due to holiday and need to order replacement battery. Dealer provided rental while vehicle was in the shop. |
| 41000 mi | Replaced hybrid battery due to leakage |
| 90000 mi US $1500 |
Hybrid battery management module had to be replaced. |
| 11000 mi | Hybrid battery was leaking and as a result the hybrid system had become erratic. gas gauge malfunctioned. Sensor replaced. Could have been malicious fuel siphoning- problem corrected. |
| 54000 mi US $440 |
Belt tensioner and fan belt. Tensioner was loosing ground but could have gone many more miles. Belt replaced as an efficiency -but was not worn. |
| 138000 mi US $600 |
Generating several codes indicating phaser or timing belt problem, Hybrid system quit functioning, but still charging 12v battery. Declined repair. Hybrid ECM more than $500.00 plus labor at dealer (if I can find one in my area). Timing belt probable $1000.00 plus. Repaired motor mount |
| 31000 mi US $100 |
Camshaft position sensor replacement |
| 15000 mi | Sensor and hood latch After last engine software upgrade, I can run at high speed on highway for a while, then come off the expressway and Hybrid engine dies instead of just going to 'idle' stop. Mechanic was unable to recreate the problem but it has happened to me at least 6 |
| 19000 mi | Campaign notification on 2 problems. One involves the battery system on the hybrid not charging properly. To repair they went over the entire charging system making some modifications and updated software. All done under warranty but takes 2 days at shop. |
| 39500 mi US $272 |
Car would not start. Car battery seemed to be the problem because after sitting for a while, it would start but Battery light was on. Alternator replaced, car battery and 3 hybrid batteries replaced. |
| 43000 mi US $250 |
Check Engine light was on. Cylinder two was misfiring. Martin Cadillac said 5 days to get parts. I expressed my displeasure since 2 previous trips took over 10 day to get parts. Ignition coil, spark plugs replaced using non GM parts. |
| 52300 mi US $366 |
Replaced the ignition key hole. It was jamming like so many other Saturns. |
| 55000 mi US $125 |
Ignition key lockset jammed and had to be entirely replaced. |
| 59000 mi US $120 |
Key jammed in ignition for the second time in the last 6 months. |
| 12000 mi | The ignition switch had to be removed and lubed. When you stuck the key into the ignition it was hard to start the car. |
2007 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV
143-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 84320 mi C $800 |
Rear main seal leaking after clutch install, roughly 20 drops a day. |
| 138260 mi C $160 |
Fuel line was rusted through and leaking. Repaired with a section of nylon line. |
| 21000 mi | Replacement of the PCM module (Computer brain). When leaving foot off the gas for more than 5 seconds, and coasting, when driver would put foot back on accelerator, pedal would not work. Only way to reactivate accelerator was to press clutch to the floo |
2007 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV
143-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 30000 mi | Ignition lock cylinder was binding and prevented turning of key. |
| 35000 mi | Ignition lock cylinder was still binding. |
| 46000 mi US $200 |
Replaced faulty ignition switch, key wouldn't turn |
| 4000 mi | ignition was catching making it difficult to turn the key in the ingnition to start vehicle. Parts were in house. I came the next day and problem was fixed in approx. 4 hours. No charge to me, under factory warranty. |
| 78740 mi C $250 |
Engine service light comes on sporadically. It turned out it was a software glitch where if you restart the car without having turned the key all the way off (waiting and listening to the radio) the check engine light comes on. |
| 86800 mi C $500 |
the tensioner for the alternator belt assembly broke free. It took several days, due to Christmas Holidays to get the part. |
| 152200 mi C $1500 |
required new O2 sensor |
| 94400 mi US $250 |
ignition control module went bad causing misfires as well as the ignition coil went bad. Replaced both items as well as plugs after the ignition coil and ignition control module went bad and started having misfires, the catalytic converter shot a code stating it needs to be replaced. I believe the car was only driven a few miles once the misfires started. |
| 98000 mi US $750 |
Catalytic converter needed to be replaced. Cat was completely clogged resulting in extreme loss of power. Needed tow off highway as wife could not go faster than 15MPH. Entire inside of cat was falling apart. From outside part looked new |
| 107000 mi US $200 |
Engine started running very rough. I thought it might have been a dirty throttle body. I took off the air intake and it looked clean. Attached the intake back and went to start it and was making all sorts of weird noises. Shut it off and after it was off for a few seconds, I heard a odd noise which sounded like something cracking. Turns out the timing chain was breaking slowly causing the rough engine and the noise I heard was it finally snapping. Had it towed in and apparently this car has a zero tolerance timing chain which basically means that when it starts to break it throws the moving engine parts into each other causing catastrophic engine failure. The guy in the shop told me that he could fix it, but I'm better off trying to sell it for parts or scrap it. The labor and parts would cost well over what the car was worth. If you have this car, if you can afford to replace it before issues start to arise, do it. These things are garbage. Never had so many problems with a car in my life. |
| 137020 mi C $280 |
Muffler replaced, new gas cap installed |
| 76020 mi | Hybrid system does does not perform like a hybrid should in spite of the new parts installed. This problem was not solved and GM send in a technical hybrid expertise. After over 3 weeks i drove the vehicle and the problem is still there. Latest update after 1 week in the shop- Bulletin released by GM regarding P1.... something to do with the hybrid problem, back to square one. They are really full of stinking s*** as far as this problom is concerned. Blame GM. |
| 88040 mi C $49 |
Everything is fine in the hybrid aspect. Did'nt function the way it should function as a hybrid but it's on the road and have not created any additional problems. |
| 102300 mi C $500 |
A warning engine light was noticed and was brought to the dealership for evaluation. I was told that the hybrid battery on my vehicle has to be replaced. The new Hybrid battery was replaced and vehicle works fine. |
| 32500 mi | Front-end noise - they replaced engine and transmission mounts but that didn't fix the problem. |
2007 Saturn VUE 4-door
4-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 82000 mi US $1500 |
Was a sensor that kept the car from starting. Also replaced was battery fuel pump |
2006 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV
250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD
| 101000 mi US $650 |
Replace oil pan. |
| 131000 mi | Bad cat con. Estimate was between $1200 amd $3000. So I traded the Vue in on a Chevy Captiva. |
| 121000 mi US $1900 |
Replaced two oxygen sensors |
| 35960 mi | Engine pinging and knocking (dealer heard nothing of course and did not attempt any repair). |
| 85000 mi | Never really had a problem with it. Some random emissions codes were popping, but reset made it go away. |
| 97000 mi US $600 |
the watertight seal for the cars computer had failed and caused corrosion on terminals and ultimately fried the computer. GM doesn't make this part any more so it had to be obtained from a junk yard and they kept sending the wrong part. |
| 67200 mi | The key keeps getting stuck in the ACC position which would not allow the car to be turned on our even completely off-the battery kept having to be disconnected. Something in the "gear box" area causing the fault. Temp fix is to jam shifter into park. |
| 47740 mi | Lingering check engine light after startup. Mechanic reported 4 misfire codes. Problem was present when vehicle was picked up. |
| 51460 mi | Cross over gasket was leaking coolant and was replaced under extended warranty. |
| 70680 mi C $180 |
Flange pipe required reattachment. |
| 58000 mi US $1000 |
Failed emissions due to check engine light - ended up replacing the fuel pump module on the top of the fuel tank. State paid for an additional $550 (total repair would have been $1550.) |
| 90000 mi US $100 |
while replacing sway bar and links I believe dealership technician damaged one of the pipes that connects to the ehxaust manifold. Dealership classifed problem as present in car when broght in it was not car did not have issue before visit |
| 150800 mi US $700 |
Motor mounts-replaced Timing belt tensioner failed |
| 169000 mi US $180 |
Car misfiring replaced spark plugs and coils have ordered O2 sensors as well |
| 31000 mi | Ignition cylinder taken apart and lubricated due to the cylinder binding(Hard to start vehicle). EVAP Canister replaced due to small leak. Ignition cylinder taken apart and lubricated due to the cylinder binding(Hard to start vehicle). EVAP Canister replaced due to small leak. |
| 39040 mi C $67 |
A bolt sheared off the exhaust due to rust and stress. Went to the dealership and they said that's what happened. There was some extra noise when the engine was started and accelerating. Took it to a muffler shop instead to fix. Cheaper. |
| 93780 mi C $900 |
Engine was cranking but wouldn't start. Had it towed to dealership. The PCM wasn't responding. Put in a used one. |
| 156000 mi US $1200 |
Valve adjustment |
| 73000 mi US $300 |
Egr valve replacement. Also oil change. |
| 84200 mi US $475 |
Replace front engine mount |
| 98000 mi US $700 |
Timing belt |
| 103000 mi US $75 |
Coolant leak if radiator hose |
2006 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV
250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD
| 145000 mi | Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor was replaced due to max temperature reading on gauge. |
| 75000 mi US $60 |
02 sensor failure. error code p0148 |
| 74000 mi US $70 |
O2 sensor installed Error p0148. Need to replace 02 sensor |
| 81000 mi US $100 |
Replaced oil flow control sensor. |
| 67000 mi US $100 |
replace upper and lower hoses |
| 71000 mi US $400 |
Replace radiator |
2006 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV
143-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 107260 mi C $600 |
Replace some fuses, reprogram computer, replace ignition key sensor. |
| 83700 mi C $280 |
Catalytic converter rattles, apparently worn out from the inside. Replace was recommended. |
| 59920 mi C $40 |
Engine warning light came on. Diagnostic indicated minor EVAP leak likely. Can only be repaired by GM. Checking warranty. |
| 73820 mi C $1000 |
Wary of the 'low oil' light coming after my last experience, I waited too long to have a mechanic look at, so engine was damaged and had to be replaced entirely. |
| 93620 mi C $200 |
Rattling sound from engine. Small welding job required. |
| 94240 mi C $900 |
Keys had difficulty turning ignition. Would jam sometimes. Key could be removed while car running. |
| 101060 mi C $200 |
The engine gave out after it was replaced last year. The mechanic says there was extensive damage and failure in the engine beginning with the timing belt, pistons etc. The car has been junked. Good bye plastic car. |
2005 Saturn VUE
Engine not specified
| 55180 mi C $230 |
Check engine lite on with code - bad O2 sensor - replaced and problem gone |
2005 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV
250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD
| 76000 mi US $30 |
Fuel cap worn, replaced with new fuel cap. |
| 70000 mi | Intermittent Transmittion "shudder" at some speeds. Required computer firmware flash. |
| 73000 mi | Reflash computer per service bulIetin. |
| 84200 mi US $195 |
Key sticking in ignition switch. Replaced lock cylinder. |
| 100000 mi US $1100 |
Replace timing belt, water pump, pully and related parts. |
| 55000 mi US $157 |
Exhaust Gasket between catalytic converter & intermidiate pipe blown out. Gasket replaced ($24 parts & $125 labor) |
| 93700 mi US $250 |
Replace rear O2 sensor |
| 52080 mi | Gasket between engine and transmission leaking oil. Dealership cleaned area and added dye to confirm problem. Parts ordered for future repair. Gasket between engine and transmission replaced. |
| 32000 mi US $185 |
Failure code for EVAP sensor. Sensor replaced. |
| 45000 mi | Customer satisfaction TSB for transmission surge issue. Dealer reprogrammed computer to solve drivability problem. |
| 91000 mi | Replace ignition switch under GM Champaign. Ignition switch would intermittently jam, be hard to turn and the key either would not come out in the off position or could be removed in the run position. |
| 109700 mi US $40 |
Loss heat shield on Catalytic Convertor |
| 121000 mi | Replaced faulty timing belt tensioner which was replaced as a wear items in 2016. Repair facility warrantied repair for 2 years. As a result, they replaced tensioner and timing belt which was damaged as a result of the failure of the tensioner at no charge. Also replaced burned out headlight at no charge as a "good will" adjustment. |
| 121000 mi US $439 |
leaking water purmp |
| 90000 mi US $200 |
Had to replace the ignition switch lock set. It became worn due to the weight of keys and other stuff attached to the keys set. |
| 98000 mi US $35 |
Replaced Gas Cap... |
| 90000 mi US $297 |
While driving, check engine and other dash lights would come on and the engine would run poorly/lacked power. Diagnostic Codes P2138 & P0455. Dealer unable to reproduce the problem, but did do a known GM Service Bulletin wiring repair. |
2005 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV
250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD
| 58000 mi US $92 |
Check engine light on at idle after warm up. Pressure checked and light reset. Couldn't find a problem |
| 76000 mi US $5200 |
radiator replaced due to leak of transmission cooler that is inside the radiator |
| 94860 mi C $1500 |
o2 sendor |
| 109000 mi US $500 |
oil change place put in a suicide plug where drain plug had been previously. Drain pan was made out of aluminum so a new hole could not be milled with a new plug so pan had to be replaced along with labor at around $300 |
2005 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV
143-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 141000 mi US $750 |
One cylinder in engine not firing. Coil replaced. |
| 35000 mi | Fuel injector replaced |
| 178000 mi | got a scanner..same day showed a water thermostat fault...replaced. difficult because it was on the backside next to the firewall. |
| 180100 mi | an o2 downstream sensor then showed up...replaced the o2 sensor....fixed that...it entailed bringing out the aetylene torch to get the old one out. then a catalytic converter fault showed up...i have been living with it till the next inspection.. |
| 198000 mi US $200 |
had a random engine quit at 155 k.turn key off then back on and car ran fine for a day or two....coil pack that controls 2 of the 4 cyls.fixed the problem....now i have a catalytic converter 0420 fault...at about 165 k...gas mileage has decreased from 24city and 29 highway.to 22 city and 25 highway...i am living with it |
| 145700 mi C $65 |
Cylinder #2 misfiring - also had code for timing chain problem. Replaced Coil Pack, and all problems were resolved. |
2005 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV
143-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 109000 mi US $12500 |
Idling roughly, injection system needed to be cleaned |
| 159000 mi US $49 |
emissions problem according to the code. |
2004 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV
250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD
| 53320 mi | 1.electronic module changed at 81.000 km/ 3yrs(covered)2.ignition key cylinder had to be adjusted ans lubricated 3-4 times in 4 yrs(covered) 3.shifter handle was repaired/replaced 2 times (covered)4.strange suspension noise began this winter not fixed ye |
| 152000 mi US $225 |
rear motor mount, second time |
| 133000 mi US $129 |
The check engine light was on. I got an oil change at the same time. Goodyear flashed the computer and resolved the issue. Check Engine light on, reset computer and resolved issue. Tech said if it happens again, the computer module will most likely need to be replaced. Oil was changed at this time. |
| 216000 mi US $200 |
Removed cleaned resealed oil pan. Removed cleaned replaced o-rings resealed oil pump and oil filter housing. Replaced water pump, timing belt, hydraulic belt tensioner and pulley incl. idler pulley, incl.exhaust 2ea. donut flanges. |
| 102000 mi | Check engine light on. Code was for emission purge control, replaced cracked hose. |
| 198000 mi US $550 |
Car idling rough.Replaced 1 coil pack, mechanic thought cam timing off. He rechecked previous work and 1 cam off a tooth. Reset on timing belt properly.Engine runs fine now. |
| 203000 mi US $500 |
Power loss light, not drivable. Accelerator made no change to engine rpm, just slightly above idle. Replaced throttle body (Bad throttle control assembly) and ECU for engine. |
| 249000 mi US $195 |
Replaced broken serpentine belt..Replaced battery |
| 263000 mi US $200 |
Replaced exhaust system |
| 278000 mi US $330 |
Cleaned throttle body |
| 46000 mi | Also engine mount replaced. |
| 95000 mi US $720 |
Engine mount causing vibrations. |
2004 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV
250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD
| 40000 mi US $529 |
Loud growling coming from rear of vehicle during tight turns at slow speeds. Dealer replaced Rear Drive Module (RDM). |
| 105000 mi US $947 |
replacement of 2 Motor Mounts |
| 69440 mi C $50 |
Gas cap no good. Bought new generic cap. Engine light came on. Garage put car on computer. Air leak in emission system. New cap wasn't tightened enough. Works fine now. Garage charged for reading engine light code. |
| 118100 mi C $597 |
muffler replaced |
| 40000 mi | The problem was the Torque Converter and Transmission Control Module originally believe to be transmission control module so it was flash updated |
| 46000 mi | Engine light w/ misfire trouble codes no issues present no repair at this time |
| 48000 mi | Check engine light emissions issue no codes found |
| 56000 mi | New catalytic converter, replaced under emissions warranty |
| 120000 mi US $700 |
Repair stripped oil drain |
| 105000 mi US $50 |
rear main seal leak. mechanic added Stop Leak. |
| 112000 mi US $439 |
Motor mount replaced; Torsion sensor pulley replaced |
| 96362 mi US $64 |
FLUSH RADIATOR NEW ANTI-FREEZE |
| 54000 mi US $215 |
rear exhaust (02) heated O2 sensor replaced & replaced O2 sensor 12581688 |
| 213000 mi US $1400 |
lock gas cap wipers engine light was on oil change. Engine light still comes on |
| 118200 mi US $244 |
oxygen sensor and oil change |
| 228300 mi US $250 |
Motor mount was broken. |
| 148000 mi US $176 |
Top, passenger-side motor mount was replaced. |
| 77000 mi US $815 |
Replaced front rotors, gas cap and all new tires |
2004 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV
143-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 47000 mi | Car failed emission inspection for leaking fuel cap. Saturn admitted there was a recall for similar problems. Cap replaced at no charge, |
| 90000 mi US $840 |
Serpentine belt needed replacement due to multiple cracks extending 1/4 of its width. |
| 121000 mi US $320 |
Flexible connector block to tailpipe broke and needed repair by welding new flex pipe. |
| 125700 mi US $671 |
Faulty fuel pump pressure sender. Tank had to be dropped, sender replaced and road tested. |
| 73000 mi US $1800 |
Repaired engine from previous trip increased pressure on rest of motor. Motor blew oil rings (30 MP qt) Found out that grinding an aluminium motor head can cause this problem. Replaced with 2006 Cobalt 2.2. Total labor and motor was $1600. |
| 68000 mi US $1500 |
oil leak. |
| 86000 mi US $1560 |
Clutch Kit Replacement |
| 156300 mi US $1000 |
New head,valves,lifters,gaskets,water pump,oil pump,timing chain and all associated parts, camshafts, |
| 166200 mi US $280 |
Replace fuel pump module |
| 167000 mi US $400 |
Replaced catalytic converter. Replaced coilpack and ecm |
| 185000 mi US $75 |
Accelerator pedal position sensor. |
| 149000 mi US $480 |
water pump had to be replaced |
2004 Saturn VUE 4-door
6-cylinder automatic AWD
| 52000 mi | Hi-pressure fuel sensor failed |
2004 Saturn VUE 4-door
4-cylinder automatic AWD
| 37000 mi | Lunged forward when at a stop sign. Acel pedal error but deal unable to pin point issue. Vehicle returned to dealer as lemon and purchased new vehicle - NOT a GM - Toyota!! |
2004 Saturn VUE 4-door
4-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 27000 mi | Car would bog down a few times after start up. |
2003 Saturn VUE
Engine not specified
| 146500 mi US $1000 |
driving at about 45mph car boged down and came to a stop towed it home discovered catalyit conv pluged replaced runs fine |
| 149700 mi US $800 |
Plugged catalytic converters |
| 87000 mi | Just got car, needed engine mod sensor. |
2003 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV
181-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed automatic FWD
| 99000 mi | Car kept stalling, computer reported errors, car wouldn't start any more. |
| 134000 mi US $300 |
Thermostat sticking open |
| 146000 mi US $280 |
Car misfiring badly. Coil Pack replaced |
| 35000 mi US $10 |
Vacuum leak, Replaced Gas Cap. Fixed problem. |
| 93500 mi US $400 |
Replaced thermostat. |
| 108200 mi US $67 |
Replaced Crankshaft Position Sensor (CKP) |
| 110000 mi US $1000 |
Exhaust leak - replaced 2 Flex Connectors |
| 113000 mi US $75 |
Replaced Spark Plug Boots, Cam Cover and Throttle Body Gaskets. |
| 114000 mi US $700 |
Replaced 2 pre-Cats and Main Cat |
| 117000 mi US $650 |
Engine stalling and rear wiper, DRLs and door locks malfunctioning. Replaced ECM and BCM. |
| 117000 mi | Replacement ECM failed. Returned ECM under warranty - replacement ECM did not effect a repair. |
| 46000 mi | GM recall to replace bad ignition tumbler and keys. The key can be removed in IGN or ACC position. If you remove it too quickly you cannot re-insert the key. You have to use a small screwdriver to get it back to the "lock" position. |
| 50000 mi | Replace keys and ignition steering wheel lock. |
| 117000 mi US $100 |
Replace leaking radiator |
| 176800 mi US $85 |
Mass air sensor failed causing p0606 p0172 p0171 p0175 p0174 p0638 p0700 OBD codes. Replaced MAS and now running great. |
| 184700 mi US $20 |
Had obd code for throttle body not responding, electrical female connector failed to throttle body. Replaced connector with aftermarket product and now works great! |
| 192000 mi US $6 |
Oil pressure sending unit leaking oil. |
2003 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV
181-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed automatic AWD
| 93000 mi US $200 |
ignition ground all the keys down - needed an entire new set. cleaned and lubed tumbler fixed the problems |
| 105000 mi US $25 |
Threw a code (was it P1025 or something) car not up to temp; replacing the $25 thermostat requires $2000 of labor to pull the engine apart, decided not to replace since car runs normally. |
| 79000 mi US $1837 |
1 front Y pipe and catalytic converter. 1 front pipe and catalytic converter. Exhaust noise detected one converter bad removed and second failed while removing the first. Vehicle has 3 converters overall. |
| 134000 mi US $800 |
Water pump failure and timing belt replacement. The engine is a 3.0 l v6, dual overhead cam. Water pump failure, as well as replace timing belt, serpentine belt, tension pulley, and idler pulleys. |
| 140000 mi US $600 |
Timing belt failure |
| 140000 mi US $400 |
broken engine mounts |
| 142000 mi US $300 |
Exhaust failure, rusted off engine |
| 81000 mi US $1900 |
Tires, alignment/balance, water cooler |
| 105000 mi US $400 |
key stopped working, they had to put in a new key mechanism |
| 60000 mi US $450 |
Thermostat as indicated by check Engine light. Went off by itself while living in warm climate GA but had to be replaced upon move back to cold OH. |
| 28202 mi | SES light, transmission failed to shift properly. Transmission EPROM reprogrammed. Hazard light on dash repaired. Covered by warranty |
| 38360 mi US $1646 |
Oil cooler leak repaired. Valve body gasket replaced. Oil pan leak repaired. 2 tires replaced w/ alignment. |
| 42160 mi C $310 |
Had to order new gas tank straps as one had rusted off. (Replaced 2 tires.) |
| 48360 mi C $75 |
Replaced flex pipe in front exhaust |
| 52080 mi C $60 |
Intermittent starting problems Saturn would start cold, but after driving for 15-30 min, and letting car cool for 15 min would not start back up, will crank, but will not start until quickstart sprayed in air intake, then runs fine |
| 52080 mi C $25 |
Saturn will not start, codes for oxegen sensors, emmission pressure sensor, misfires in 3 cyl. All seems to be related to fuel delivery, but no mechanic seems to be able to pinpoint to part that is the problem. |
| 52700 mi | Replaced fuel pressure sensor, fixed no start problem. I ran into a problem of it starting but only running for about 15 min, So I replaced the Crank Position sensor. Part was $129. |
| 298000 mi | Valve and intake manifold gaskets replaced. Valve cover gaskets blew out within 200 Miles. Suspect PCV was clogged up. It was blowing oil all over the exhaust manifolds. Looked like James Bond from the back!! Traded with valve cover gaskets blown. Leaked about a quart onto the exhaust manifold during the 50-mile drive to the dealer, smoke city! |
| 130500 mi US $339 |
Replaced Thermostat |
| 139000 mi | As above in Dec 2014 OBD II codes indicated throttle body/transmission again. Removed TB electrical connector, checked connections/dielectric grease/reassembled. Info via Tech Bulletin from Saturn Forum. So far, all OK |
| 154300 mi | replaced water pump, timing belt/idlers--ac tune up |
| 156000 mi | Ice in PCV line--pressurized crankcase--oil everywhere. Tech bulletin from Saturn forum explained problem and fix. Due to cold temps in winter. |
| 122000 mi US $300 |
oil leaking out the bottom of engine, found o ring cracked from prior oil change. |
| 102000 mi US $535 |
Plastic engine cooling fan broke off a large piece. Had to replace whole unit. |
| 107000 mi US $50 |
Dashboard Light "Service Engine Soon" came on. After having AutoZone check codes, determined I needed a new Fuel Cap. |
| 112000 mi US $274 |
Two Emission Sensors failed. Caused CHECK ENGINE SOON light to come on. Would not pass NY state inspection without this light being out. |
2003 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV
143-horsepower 2.2L I4 CVT FWD
| 38865 mi US $161 |
replace ignition column switch |
| 58000 mi US $554 |
Intake Manifold Gasket Fuel Injector O Ring top and bottom |
| 79143 mi US $212 |
water pump - $441 ext warentee covered $182 |
| US $303 | Tensioner |
| 82483 mi US $379 |
Drive Belt & Tensioner replacement |
| 119500 mi US $20 |
Engine made chattering noise. getting white smoke from exhaust pipe sometimes. Added 2 quarts of oil. Cannot find oil leak. I think the engine is burning oil. |
| 126000 mi | Engine clattering, sometimes making white smoke when sold. |
| 90000 mi US $2000 |
Engine Replacement |
2003 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV
143-horsepower 2.2L I4 CVT AWD
| 47120 mi C $180 |
Catalytic converter shot and injectors clogged. Muffler also rusted out, but I went after market for that. |
| 47740 mi C $100 |
Replaced muffler. reported a knocking sound but it was not present for the techs, could have been from the faulty muffler. |
| 98000 mi US $1000 |
new fuel pump |
| 120000 mi US $3000 |
Engine replaced |
| 94600 mi US $920 |
Exhaust manifold developed leak on passenger side, two of the studs broke off at head. Removed broken studs with engine in car, replaced all studs with new and gasket, also replaced manifold with new one. |
2003 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV
143-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 88000 mi US $450 |
Timing belt |
| 55000 mi US $950 |
Replaced timing chain due to inadequate design of original oiler nozzle. TSB referenced the defect but GM did not deem it worthy of a recall, only that the oiler should be replaced along with the timing chain. |
| 64000 mi US $1200 |
Ignitions switch would not turn. |
| 67300 mi US $931 |
Leak in fuel line right below the fuel tank. Parts hard to find for Saturns no longer in business. Re-inspected ignition switch. |
| 105000 mi US $415 |
Ignition lockset failed and needed to be replaced |
| 108000 mi US $1300 |
Vac code for gas cap and seal |
| 128000 mi US $400 |
Rough idle at low temperature better as engine warmed up. Problem was the ignition coil but got there after replacing other cheaper parts. |
| 138000 mi US $150 |
Muffler replacement |
| 93000 mi US $650 |
Water pump leaking, replaced |
| 45000 mi | Poor performance, check engine light, throttle body replaced. Fuel injectors replaced; valves adjusted/replaced; throttle control system repaired. No charge under dealer warranty. |
| 45000 mi | Ignition, throttle body. |
| 49000 mi US $50 |
New thermostat, fixed coolant leak. |
2003 Saturn VUE 4-door
4-cylinder manual 2WD
| 78000 mi US $2500 |
Known VUE problem of the timing chain tensioner breaking - which it did - causing timing chain to shatter valves and metal through the pistons requiring new engine. |
2002 Saturn VUE
Engine not specified
| 146000 mi US $1000 |
the head gasket went and we got rid of the car. We were very upset in that we had put over $3,000 into the car in less than 2 years. |
2002 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV
181-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed automatic FWD
| 150000 mi US $989 |
Rear coil blew. 6 cylinders running on 3. |
2002 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV
181-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed automatic AWD
| 125000 mi US $221 |
Crank Sensor - Vehicle would die randomly, and would usually restart immediately or after a few minutes. |
| 137000 mi US $517 |
Valve cover gaskets leaking oil. A TSB was also done on the PC Valve where freezing in the line can preventing the PCV to operate causing oil to be blown out. Since it started leaking more when it got cold, that was likely the issue. Valve cover gaskets leaking oil. A TSB was also done on the PC Valve where freezing in the line can preventing the PCV to operate causing oil to be blown out. Since it started leaking more when it got cold, that was likely the issue. |
| 147000 mi US $400 |
Oil leak valve cover gaskets and pan gasket. |
| 50000 mi US $600 |
Body Control Module (BCM) failure and replacement |
| 91000 mi US $300 |
Water pump leak. Replaced. Replaced timing belt |
| 111000 mi US $300 |
cam position sensor replaced |
| 100300 mi US $800 |
It was a problem with the ignition and the key not talking to each other. |
| 176000 mi US $110 |
Flex pipe installed in 2009 failed, replaced. |
| 196000 mi | Clogged manifold catalytic converter, $1500 |
| 97100 mi US $3200 |
At 97,100 miles, the timing chain tensioner went causing a total failure of the engine. Saturn estimated a junkyard replacement engine (67K miles) at $3200+. Vehicle was junked. Although not recorded, I spent $2800 in repairs in 2008. What a crappy car. |
| 57000 mi US $150 |
Crank position sensor went bad. Car would shut off while driving and never threw a code. |
| 89880 mi | Engine died suddenly and would not start back up again. No strange noises before stopping. Battery OK, starter motor OK |
| 175460 mi C $25 |
Bearing failure in accessory drive - Replaced pulley on accessory drive belt tensioner. |
| 195920 mi | Fixed vacuum leak due to loose vacuum chamber. Issue caused DTCs P0171 and P0174 to set. Covered by TSB 02-06-01-016A. |
| 213140 mi C $25 |
Replaced CPS |
| 219660 mi C $100 |
Replace water pump. |
| 232500 mi | Bad bearing in water pump. Pump covered by warranty. |
| 234360 mi C $10 |
Silicone sealed leaking valve covers Replaced muffler |
| 240560 mi C $230 |
Replace valve stem seals (covered by TSB 04-06-01-010). Scheduled maintenance: Replace spark plugs, timing belt (including tensioner and idlers). |
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