Saturn Vue Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.
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Saturn Vue — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010Best | Excellent | — | 4 | — | — | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2009 | Good | — | 97 | 10 | 10 | 1 | Steering | Full report → |
| 2008 | Avoid | 1 | 302 | 10 | 16 | — | Power Train | Full report → |
| 2007 | Caution | — | 205 | 6 | 3 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2006 | Caution | — | 228 | 16 | 9 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2005 | Good | — | 110 | 8 | 10 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2004 | Caution | 1 | 176 | 21 | 22 | — | Power Train | Full report → |
| 2003Worst | Avoid | 1 | 447 | 22 | 25 | — | Power Train | Full report → |
| 2002 | Good | 2 | 94 | 7 | 4 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
9 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Saturn Vue Problems
Based on 1,663 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
Vue Years to Avoid
Best Vue Years to Buy
Years with fewest complaints and recalls.
Saturn Vue Problems by Year
Frequently Asked Questions — Saturn Vue Reliability
What year Vue has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2003 Saturn Vue had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 447 complaints and 1 safety recalls. See the full 2003 report for specific defects.
Is the Saturn Vue reliable?
The Saturn Vue has accumulated 1,663 owner-filed complaints and 5 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. There have been 1 reported deaths associated with complaints. The 2010 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used Vue.
What are the most common Vue problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas are: Electrical System (355 reports), Power Train (338 reports), Air Bags (168 reports), Steering (158 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my Vue has an open recall?
Use the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with auction history, odometer records, and 30+ intelligence signals.
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