Table 1 shows 15 common power train related problems of the 2008 Saturn Outlook. The number one most common problem is related to the power train (71 problems). The second most common problem is related to the transmission not go into gear (nine problems).
Transmission is failing. Reverse is slipping. Low torque trying back up inclines. Known problem with 2008 acadia, enclave, traverse & Outlook per transmission shop who test drove and scanned. No code via dashboard, but scan tools and professional diagnostics verify failure. Read details...
While driving the vehicle on public road the transmission failed in 3rd gear without warning while in motion and I was unable to get vehicle to safe place off of the public road without assistance. If this had happened on a freeway the result could have resulted in injury or death. Read details...
Transmission slipping and high engine rev during commute from work to home. Could not get over 40 mph and had to take side streets home. Was fearful that it would not make it ! Read details...