Steering Failed Problems of Saturn Outlook

Our Saturn Outlook has had problems that have accumulated more recently that include the steering box failing (audible popping when near neutral steering position), the electronic stability control and brake simultaneous lights with feedback in the brake pedals (even when abs is not active), and a very annoying weather/water leak from an unknown source that is soaking the passenger carpet after every single rain. None of these items were covered under warranty, and I'm returning the car for the second time tomorrow to the dealership to investigate the leak (again) and the stability control. I already replaced the steering box, out of pocket, for over $1000. We just paid the car off and bought it new in 2008. It barely has 50,000 miles on it, and this is not a quality product. The ride, handling, interior features/space are outstanding, but there are too many faults for such a new(er) car. I also replaced the water pump a few months ago, but that was at the tail end of my warranty (now expired). After only 5 years and 50,000 miles, I'm looking at expensive monthly payments for a new vehicle to replace what should have lasted at least another 5 years comfortably without major defects. It's no wonder Saturn went out of business and that gm has nearly failed so many times. . .

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It was raining (which is very common in my state). I slowed to make a right turn. Half way through my turn, my steering failed. I could not completely turn my wheel to make a safe/legal turn. Thankfully I turned onto a 4 lane road, as I ended up in the left lane. Had it been just a 2 lane road, I would have slammed into oncoming traffic! I was not driving recklessly, I safely slowed down as I approached my turn and during my turn, which is probably what saved my family's lives as well as other drivers on the road. Had I been going faster, I probably would not have been able to avoid an accident. I contacted my dealership, and to my surprise, this is a known issue with Saturn Outlooks. What was even more mind boggling was the fact that it is not currently a safety recall. They made me feel like it was not safe for me to even drive my vehicle anymore and my only option was to pay out of pocket to "upgrade wheel well liners. " I have been researching this issue online, and some people have even stated that after upgrading their liners, they still encounter the same problem. I am worried for the safety of my family. Please look into this problem. I feel that gm/Saturn need to own up to this and rectify the problem. Thank you.

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My 18 year old daughter was returning home when she noticed the steering became very hard to use. She made it home safely. I took the car out to see what was going on and when I backed up the driveway I couldn't turn the wheel without great effort. And it got worse, it just locked up. I was advised that it needed power steering fluid or a new power steering pump. I drove it to nearest mechanic, steering locked up on turns, had to pull over several times, and turn the car off. The mechanic is within 3 miles, nearest gm dealer is 40 minutes away. He replaced pump and fluid, cleaned it as recommended. He took it for a test drive and the steering failed again, almost causing an accident. He was very upset. I am contacting gm. This problem has been documented by other 2007 Saturn Outlook owners on this site. This is a very dangerous issue and I can't believe it has not been addressed. Does someone have to die before it is? I have an unsafe and un drivable vehicle.

The contact owns a 2007 Saturn Outlook. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 mph, the steering wheel seized and the key failed to release from the ignition. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician replaced the steering column but the failure persisted. Also, the contact stated that the air bag warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The VIN was unavailable. The failure mileage was unavailable.