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2009 Saturn Vue recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2009 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component2
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Steering | 2 |
Safety recalls2
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Nov 24, 200808V616000 | Steering: linkages knuckleALTHOUGH STEERING CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE COULD BE MAINTAINED AFTER A TIE ROD SEPARATION BY THE UNAFFECTED WHEEL ON SMOOTH ROADS OR DURING LIGHT BRAKING, WITH MORE… DetailsHide details for campaign 08V616000
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| Sep 17, 200808V470000 | Steering: hydraulic power assist hose, piping, and connectionsTHE FLUID COULD CONTACT HOT EXHAUST COMPONENTS RESULTING IN A POSSIBLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE. DetailsHide details for campaign 08V470000
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Owner complaints by component125
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 39 | 31 |
| Electrical system | 39 | 31 |
| Power train | 15 | 12 |
| Air bags | 11 | 9 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 10 | 8 |
| Service brakes | 10 | 8 |
| Engine | 8 | 6 |
| Unknown or other | 8 | 6 |
| Structure | 8 | 6 |
| Vehicle speed control | 6 | 5 |
| Exterior lighting | 5 | 4 |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 2 |
| Tires | 3 | 2 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 3 | 2 |
| Equipment | 3 | 2 |
8 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, merged from NHTSA model names Vue, Vue Hybrid.
Latest reports
- Steering
“The contact owns a 2009 Saturn Vue. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel became inoperable. There was no warning light illuminated.”
- Suspension
“Stalls stops, with Engine power reduced, stabilitrak off. After turning or braking. Engine light with down arrow. Accident probability. DANGEROUS ESPECIALLY IF ON HIGHWAY OR COUNTRY RD!”
- Steering
“Vehicle has lost power steering. Difficult to steer especially in reverse and sometimes in turning left. If wheels are not completely straight, you have turn with all the strength you can muster.”
Other Saturn Vue model years
- 20092 recalls125 complaints
- 20083 recalls417 complaints
- 20070 recalls312 complaints
- 20060 recalls300 complaints
- 20050 recalls170 complaints
All years: 2009 · 2008 · 2007 · 2006 · 2005 · 2004 · 2003 · 2002
Other Saturn models
- 2009 Outlook7 recalls192 complaints
- 2009 Aura4 recalls392 complaints
- 2009 Sky3 recalls46 complaints
- 2007 Ion5 recalls876 complaints
- 2002 LS3 recalls493 complaints
- 2002 SL0 recalls131 complaints
- 2002 SC0 recalls38 complaints
- 2003 L2004 recalls138 complaints
- 2001 SW2 recalls6 complaints
- 2008 Astra1 recall162 complaints
- 2007 Relay0 recalls12 complaints
- 2005 L3000 recalls25 complaints
2009 Saturn Vue recall questions
How many recalls does the 2009 Saturn Vue have?
NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2009 Saturn Vue. The most recent, 08V616000 (reported November 24, 2008), concerns steering. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2009 Saturn Vue recalls for?
The largest group is steering, with 2 campaigns. Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2009 Saturn Vue?
Steering is the most-reported component, named in 39 complaints out of 125 filed with NHTSA (31%). Across all complaints, owners reported 8 crashs and 3 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2009 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.