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2008-2009 Saturn Vue recall: hose, piping, and connections

General Motors Corp. reported this safety recall on September 17, 2008. It covers about 42,408 vehicles.

vehicles affected
42,408
reported
Sep 17, 2008
owners notified
Sep 26, 2008
related complaints
124

Steering: hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections

What is wrong
Gm is recalling 42,408 my 2008-2009 saturn vue vehicles. Some of these vehicles have a condition in which the nut securing the power steering line to the power steering pump may loosen. If this were to occur, there may be a power steering fluid leak.
Risk
The fluid could contact hot exhaust components resulting in a possible engine compartment fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the nut securing the power steering line to the power steering pump. If there are no signs of a fluid leak, dealers will tighten the nut. If a fluid leak is present, dealer will tighten the nut and check the fluid level. The recall began on september 26, 2008. Owners may contact saturn at 1‑800‑972‑8876 or through their website at http://www.gmownercenter.com .

Recall number 08V470000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 124 complaints about steering problems.

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Questions about recall 08V470000

Is there a recall on the 2008-2009 Saturn Vue hose, piping, and connections?

Yes. Recall 08V470000, reported on September 17, 2008, covers about 42,408 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 08V470000?

Dealers will inspect the nut securing the power steering line to the power steering pump. If there are no signs of a fluid leak, dealers will tighten the nut. If a fluid leak is present, dealer will tighten the nut and check the fluid level. The recall began on september 26, 2008. Owners may contact saturn at 1‑800‑972‑8876 or through their website at http://www.gmownercenter.com .

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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