Three problems related to check engine light on have been reported for the 2002 Saturn VUE. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Saturn VUE based on all problems reported for the 2002 VUE.
Tl- the contact owns a 2002 Saturn Vue. The contact stated that while driving the check engine light illuminated on the instrument panel and the vehicle momentarily stalled. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the technician diagnosed reverse wave plate needs to be replaced. No repairs were made to the vehicle and the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The current and failure mileage was 67,000. Sr.
The contact owns a 2002 Saturn Vue. While driving approximately 40 mph, the check engine light and the low power light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle shut off completely and would not restart after several attempts. The vehicle was diagnosed as having timing chain failure. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign id number 07v519000 (engine and engine cooling). The current and failure mileages were 125,000. Updated 6/9/08 updated 06/09/08.
: the contact stated the vehicle has timing chain failure which causes vehicle to stall. The check engine light illuminated and the dealer cannot find the cause of the illumination. The transmission also has problems as well as the brakes.