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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data
2003 Saturn Vue recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2003 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Electrical system | 1 |
Safety recalls1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Aug 8, 201414V490000 | Electrical system: ignitionIf the key can be removed from the ignition when the ignition is not in the "off" position, the vehicle could roll away: (a) for an automatic transmission, if the… DetailsHide details for campaign 14V490000
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Owner complaints by component632
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 321 | 51 |
| Electrical system | 127 | 20 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 62 | 10 |
| Suspension | 48 | 8 |
| Steering | 45 | 7 |
| Air bags | 41 | 6 |
| Engine | 29 | 5 |
| Fuel system | 26 | 4 |
| Structure | 23 | 4 |
| Gasoline | 21 | 3 |
| Vehicle speed control | 21 | 3 |
| Service brakes | 20 | 3 |
| Equipment | 20 | 3 |
| Visibility | 18 | 3 |
| Hydraulic | 16 | 3 |
13 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Power train
“This is more information related to Complaint 11761129: After online researching of other '03 2.2L Saturn Vue-owners stalling experiences, it appears that this vehicle has a long history of others like me: an unsafe,…”
- Power train
“Car stalled while driving in traffic XXX. Engine died. Warning lights ON. Restarted. Stalled 3 more times in traffic but luckily had space to pull off & engine restarted. Made it into my garage.”
- Electrical system
“The contact owns a 2003 Saturn Vue. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V490000 (Electrical System).”
Other Saturn Vue model years
- 20070 recalls312 complaints
- 20060 recalls300 complaints
- 20050 recalls170 complaints
- 20042 recalls276 complaints
- 20031 recall622 complaints
- 20022 recalls167 complaints
All years: 2009 · 2008 · 2007 · 2006 · 2005 · 2004 · 2003 · 2002
Other Saturn models
- 2003 Ion5 recalls758 complaints
- 2003 L2004 recalls138 complaints
- 2003 L3000 recalls42 complaints
- 2002 LS3 recalls493 complaints
- 2007 Outlook5 recalls511 complaints
- 2007 Aura3 recalls608 complaints
- 2007 Sky4 recalls284 complaints
- 2002 SL0 recalls131 complaints
- 2002 SC0 recalls38 complaints
- 2001 SW2 recalls6 complaints
- 2008 Astra1 recall162 complaints
- 2005 Relay2 recalls91 complaints
2003 Saturn Vue recall questions
How many recalls does the 2003 Saturn Vue have?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 2003 Saturn Vue. The most recent, 14V490000 (reported August 8, 2014), concerns electrical system. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What is the most common complaint about the 2003 Saturn Vue?
Power train is the most-reported component, named in 321 complaints out of 632 filed with NHTSA (51%). Across all complaints, owners reported 30 crashs and 9 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2003 Saturn Vue?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.