Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problems of the 2003 Saturn VUE

Three problems related to hydraulic power assist steering system have been reported for the 2003 Saturn VUE. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2003 Saturn VUE based on all problems reported for the 2003 VUE.

1 Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problem

Failure Date: 05/28/2007

The contact owns a 2003 Saturn Vue. While driving 35 mph, the power steering failed and the check engine light illuminated. The vehicle can be driven, but has not been diagnosed by the dealer. The contact stated the gauges did not function properly. The purchase date and correct VIN were unknown. The current and failure mileages were 27,000. Updated 02/01/08. The consumer stated a/c, horn, windshield wipers, internal lights, and odometer all were inoperable. The consumer stated austin Saturn tried to tighten the fuse block bolts, but it was actually worse afterwards. They replaced the bcm for half price. Updated 02/01/08.

2 Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problem

Failure Date: 12/21/2004

While driving vehicle ran off the road. Consumer did not hit anything, and nothing hit the vehicle. Upon trying to steer the vehicle back onto the road the left rear wheel fell off. The consumer stated that both rear wheels fell off.

3 Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problem

Failure Date: 01/02/2004

When pulling out from a stop steering wheel pulled to the right. Took vehicle to dealer, and dealer determined there was too much tire pressure. After releasing some tire pressure the problem recurred.




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