Steering Problems of Saturn VUE

Saturn VUE owners have reported 282 steering related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 22 most common steering problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering (159 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering column (35 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Steering problems of Saturn VUE

The Steering problem

The contact owns a 2008 Saturn Vue. The contact stated while driving from a complete stop, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The power steering warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to continue driving.   Read details...

The Steering Column problem

Have had to replace the steering column twice due to anti lock brake and traction control issues. Both system lights are on the dash. Problem is intermittent but the only fix is a steering column which are hard to find. Has been going on for 2 years   Read details...

The Power Steering Failed problem

Tl the contact owns a 2008 Saturn Vue. While driving approximately 15 mph and attempting to make a turn, the power steering failed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the steering column needed to be replaced. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted.   Read details...

The Lose Power Steering problem

The dashboard lights flicker off and on and it's hard to steer I lose power steering   Read details...

The Power Steering Pump problem

At less than 35,500 miles I had a power rack leak and rack needs to replaced with a price of $1000. At 62,000 miles we had to replace the power steering pump with a cost of $700, and now at 64,000 miles I find I have a cracked wave plate in the transmission that will cost another $2,000.   Read details...




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