Saturn Vue Recalls

The Saturn VUE has 9 recalls spanning the 2002-2009 model years, with the most serious being a 2009-only defect where incorrectly installed front steering knuckles can allow a tie rod to pull free or fracture, causing sudden and complete loss of steering control. On 2008 models, a power steering fluid line fitting can loosen and drip fluid onto hot exhaust components, creating a fire risk in the engine compartment. Also on 2008 models, outside door handles can stick and prevent the door from latching fully, which could allow an occupant to fall from the vehicle while it is moving.

The 2007 model year has a wiring issue where the electrical connectors for the side curtain airbags and front seatbelt pretensioners are swapped. In a frontal crash, the pretensioners that are meant to pull the belts tight will not fire, leaving occupants with reduced restraint protection at the moment of impact.

Going back to the 2002-2004 model years, the ignition cylinder can release the key before the vehicle is fully switched off and the transmission placed in park. On automatic transmission models, this means the vehicle could roll away while appearing to be secured. On 2002 models specifically, the daytime running light resistor can crack, allow moisture and road salt in, and corrode to the point where the lights stop working, reducing the vehicle's visibility to other drivers during the day.

Two compliance-related recalls from early production are narrower in scope: 2002 models lack a required label statement on certain front seatbelt retractors, and 2004 models have an incorrect wheel rim designation printed on the tire and certification label.