I reached back out to jack maxson (dealer) regarding the transmission cable failure and was assured by a gentleman @ the dealer that recall was already completed on my car. I was online looking up the issues noted below and apparently this is a more commonly known issue then I was aware of with the saturn arua's, all of which I was advised being apart of the transmission shift cable matter. To better explain what is going on I hope this list helps you to understand , po these issues are sporadic. 1.shift from park to drive the power lock feature fails 2.shift form drive to park the power unlock feature fails 3.shift to reverse the reverse lights fail to come on 4.cruise control feature stops working (only when all the other feature above mentions stop) 5.shift to park the car rolls.
2007 Saturn Aura transmission complaints
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Tl* the contact owns a 2007 saturn aura. The contact stated that the brake and the air bag warning lights illuminated. The contact also stated that the instrument cluster failed when attempting to change gears. In addition, the rear passenger door lock failed. The VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 14v252000 (electrical system, electronic stability control, exterior lighting, service brakes, hydraulic and vehicle speed control) and 14v224000 (power train). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 103,622.
Vehicle will not go in reverse. Have done some research and have seen that gm is aware of a shifter cable fraying, but no recalls have been sent out.
There is a service bulletin for this and many other cars tsb number: pip-4327a that states gm is aware that there is a faulty wave plate in the transmission and that the plate will break at some point. When it does break it could cost the owner anywhere from $2500 to over $5,000 to get the transmission replaced/rebuilt. When the plate does break, the car is dangerous...the car slips into different gears and speeds which can be very dangerous. Please for gm to turn this into a recall and recall/replace these plates before someone is killed.
Driving north bound on 405 freeway in lane 1 (fast lane), orange county, california approximately 70 MPH with flow of traffic at night on the way home from work. The car jerked suddenly, quickly started to lose speed; unable to regain speed with pedal - caused additional, intense jerking. Concurrently, other motorists began honking and swerving around as the car continued to decrease speed. Signaled for lane change & began to merge right (across 5 lanes), turned on hazard flashers after merge into far right lane. Car could go no faster than 35-39 MPH range. Exited freeway. Reverse gear no longer functional. Visit to gm dealer next day, advised of widespread, known design defect to clutch wave plate on 2007-2009 gm cars with 6-speed automatic transmission. Wave plate heats up, disintegrates, and remnants shred into the transmission gears that - when occurring while car is moving, as it was in our case - will cause potential loss-of-control incidents similar to ours. Have since been informed that the wave plate design defect exists in all 3.6l v6 - 6-speed automatic transmission equipped models of chevrolet malibu 2008-2009, chevrolet equinox 2007-2009, gmc acadia 2007-2009, saturn aura 2007-2009, saturn vue 2007-2009, and saturn outlook 2007-2009. The wave plate component was redesigned by gm in 2009, but gm did not as has not recalled any of these models for this condition. Even more concerning, in spite of numerous incidents reported on the federal safety agency website and all over the internet (just google "gm wave plate" - it's now so prolific, that it automatically pops up as a search suggestion), the federal safety agency has yet to even open an investigation. This dangerous, potentially deadly defect exists and will likely fail - it's not a matter of "if," it's a matter of "when" - on all of the aforementioned models produced. Please, the federal safety agency, open this as an investigation.
On 09/12/14, I was driving my vehicle exiting a highway when my transmission stalled out and would not move forward. This put me and other vehicles in danger as there was no notification or indicator that transmission problems were occurring. I have learned that the vehicle has transmission failure.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 saturn aura. The contact stated that the service traction control sensor illuminated and the vehicle was jerking forward while traveling at any speed. Also, the contact mentioned that it became difficult to shift gears. The contact stated that the vehicle was recently repaired under the federal safety agency campaign id number: 14v224000 (power train). However, the remedy failed to repair the problem. The contact notified the authorized dealer who refused to provide a remedy for the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 108,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 saturn aura. The vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 12v460000 (power train) or the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v224000 (power train). The contact was unable to shift the vehicle into the correct gear. The contact stated that it was difficult to remove the key from the ignition after the gear was shifted into the park position. The contact also mentioned that the vehicle would move forward even after the vehicle was in the park position. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic who replaced the transmission. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 90,000.
The 6t70 transmission prior to 2009 has a faulty weak wave plate. Caused my transmission to fail, began to start slipping at 3rd gear. Was able to exit the freeway, but the transmission completely stopped working in drive within 6 miles after the problem presented. I was in the middle of traffic with my children in the car, stopped at a traffic light. Ironically I was headed to the gm dealership. Gm has none of this problem and is aware of the problem. They made changes to the transmission in 2009, but have yet to address the faulty units still on the road.
The gear shift would not go into to park, neutral , or reverse, the gear shift to the transmission broke. The steering column fluid is leaking, the front head light went out. The head gasket is wearing out, the car is rusting already on the body. The air conditioning fan is not blowing out cool air or heat. "the transmission feels like it slipping sometimes. I feel so betrayed to have been sold a car that needs so much work when all I wanted was a dependable car to get me to my part time job. Please advise? Thank you [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 saturn aura. While driving various speeds, the vehicle vibrated violently and the service check engine indicator illuminated. The failure recurred periodically. The dealer stated that the power train, crank shaft, and drive axle transfer case needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 70,000.
Transmission blew while driving through town. Under 100k miles and car had routine maintenance. Car will not shift and will not reverse.
I had my 2007 aura for 1 week when driving a freeway, the car would not shift past 4th gear. I took it in for service and the technician found strange particles in the gears. He described it as small white plastic pieces. No explanation where they came from or what they were. He had never seen this before. The aura, while not leaving me stranded has always has a "poltergeist", lights not functioning properly, engine lights coming on and off and no repairs needed, etc. I has always idled strangely, as if it might shut off at a stop and felt as if my RPM's increased but no speed during acceleration. Now, there is a problem with the fuel management system, which feels like a transmission issue (very hard jerking during shifting and down shifting),the car won't start after fueling. It has not been a vehicle of trust.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 saturn aura. While driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle jerked violently and the gears failed to shift properly from the gear box. The dealer diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v224000 (power train) and the federal safety agency campaign number: 12v460000 (power train). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
Car began to knock loudly on driver side front and pull to left when driving at speed , front struts broken & replaced a approx cost $700 5 days following that , car would not shift out of 1st gear or roll faster than 15 MPH at 5 to 6000 RPM. Vehicle was towed twice and now waiting transmission rebuild due to well documented failure of gm wave plate in the 6 speed transmission, cost approx = $3500.
I have a 2007 saturn aura. I'm currently experiencing the issue associated with the federal safety agency campaign number 14v252000 (recall # 13036). Additional to this issue, I'm complaining that this issue could be associated with draining my car battery. Since this issue I have replaced three (3) brand new batteries. I had my alternator checked twice and both test results diagnosis was passed. Which means that my alternator is good and didn't need to be replaced. Each time I have my battery replaced with a brand new battery the life span of the battery is about 3 weeks. After that the battery is dead. If I don't replace the battery and get a jump start the life span of the battery last about 7-10 days before I will need another jump start. Today, august 9, 2014 I again had my battery and alternator diagnosed and both passed the test. I was told by a certified gm mechanic that my issue could be related to electrical system that is draining (killing) my battery because there is nothing wrong with the battery and the alternator. Could this issue (14v252) be the reason my I'm experiencing my battery to died/drain because of my car is affected by electrical system and electronic stability control issues? The consumer stated the shifting cable was replaced twice and the transmission needed to be replaced. Updated 2/24/2015 *js
Car ran fine this morning on the way to work, which is not even 2 miles from my home .went to work and straight back no problem. Got in my car this evening to go get food started the car, check engine light came on, and my air bag light came on went to pull forward and the car was jerking and making knocking noises...
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 saturn aura. The contact received a notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v224000 (power train) however, the contact was unable to have the vehicle serviced under the recall because the part needed was unavailable. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 saturn aura. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH, the transmission made an abnormal noise and the vehicle jerked when shifting gears. In addition, the check engine warning light illuminated. The failure occurred on the regular basis. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Transmission jumping into neutral from first gear and very difficult to get back into gear. Finally get into second gear and it jumped back into neutral..called gm and was told not covered under recall as mine is 6 speed (4 speed transmission only were re-called) and too bad that the power train warranty expired in april 2012. Not even 100,000 miles on it. Dealership said definitely internal problem possibly an internal power solenoid issue but would take many hours and lot more money to diagnose. Asked about the after warranty coverage and was told by dealership no guarantee I would qualify and again it would cost me several hundred more to take apart and diagnose. Ended up buying a gm re-manufactured at $4500. Normal citizens do not have that kind of money for repairs when it is known issue by gm that the saturn aura's have severe problems with that transmission. Please issue recall on this transmission. I'm glad no accident happened due to this defect.
I tired to start me car today but it did not start, so I put the car in neutral than the car started up. I want to a auto zone in flint,mi the guy should the gearshift cable is defect and know in order for me to put my car in park I have to use the emergency brake than get out pop the hood nd pull the gearshift forward to put the car in park.
One day prior to the incident (7/5/14) we noticed a transmission slip slightly when accelerating from what I believe was 2nd to 3rd gear. On sunday (7/6/14), while we were driving the vehicle to a repair shop it would no longer shift at all. We had to push it off the road and have a tow truck take it to the nearest gm dealership. Once diagnosed it was discovered the transmission wave plate had failed and would cost $4200 to replace the transmission. There is currently a tsb (technical service bulletin) on this issue, but no recall. I know there must be substantial issues with this since my mother's saturn aura with the same transmission had a wave plate failure 3 weeks ago, although her's was still under powertrain warranty and thus covered. We currently have a case # with gm customer service, but have yet to receive any resolution from the dealership or gm/saturn corporate.
Was driving my car up a hill it would not shift gears there was also a burning smellthe car just stop moving in the middle of traffic we were going about 45 miles per hour it would go and jerk to the next gear and then all of a sudden stop there were cars who swerved to move out of the highway as well as other pedestrians.
I arrived at driveway to my home and put the car into park. I got out of the car and closed driver door to unlock chain on gate in front of driveway. I proceeded to manually open the 25' metal gate. When the gate was almost completely open I turned towards the car and to my surprise the car was moving forward with no one in it. The car traveled approximately 15' and was stopped by a 3' diameter metal cylinder. The cars front bumper was damaged. Luckily, no persons were injured.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 saturn aura. The contact stated that after parking, the vehicle rolled forward. The contact mentioned that she was unable to start the vehicle and it continued to roll forward although the emergency brake was engaged. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the technician was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v224000 (transmission shift cable). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 130,000. The current mileage was 141,365.
Had brakes change the first time under warranty for faulty brake pads. Same thing with the brakes in about a little over a year. Power steering whines and leaks somewhere. No power steering. And now wheel bearing hubs humming and bad. Went to dealer for brakes they replace both times but not without a fight. Told them I believe both wheel bearing are bad only replace one. And know other one is worse then before. And also told them power steering was not good they told me it was the braking not the steering. Also I had told the tires lost air the replaced one of the tire sensors because of manufacture defect . Now have problem with the other ones. And now all is not covered under warranty. Everything I told the dealership and they denied is what needs to be replaced.
I had just purchased this vehicle from a dealer and less then three hours after driving it off the lot I was in traffic in the twin cities and the engine gave out on me. I had braked because of a vehicle in front of me and went to accelerate and nothing happened. Luckily the vehicles behind me, on 35w, didn't hit me as I was stuck at 35mph and crawled off of the road. I do a good amount of city driving and this could have happened to me in a much worse possible scenario. I got the error codes p0700 p0776 from the engine, turns out that my wave plate broke and that this has been happening to saturn cars for years and there hasn't been a recall. I could have easily got in a car accident and died when this happened to my vehicle. It could have easily been prevented too. I've been conned out of a lot of money by gm on this vehicle, but I'm also happy just to be alive.
I was traveling at 55 MPH and exiting the expressway when the car dramatically slowed and the transmission shifted into 1st gear. Rpms jumped extremely high and the cars transmission would remain in first gear. Luckily I was exiting at the time or who knows what the consequences may have been. The car no longer shifts in reverse and remains in 1st gear. I contacted gm and reported the incident but stated there were no recalls reflecting this problem. Wave plate shifter cable? I am now awaiting an appointment at a local buick dealer to determine the damage done to my transmission.
2007 saturn aura. Consumer writes in regards to airbag, transmission and other vehicle defects. *smd the consumer stated the air bag light would display off when driving on the highway. Also, the transmission was failing and there was a loud noise emitting from the vehicle. The traction control warning light illuminated when he accelerated up an incline. A small gas spot formed under the vehicle, when the tank was full. The dealer informed the consumer the leak was from filling the fuel tank full. Another dealer, stated the issue was with the fuel pump.
The first time I noticed my brake lights illuminated when I didn't have my foot on the brake was while driving on the garden state parkway. I was passing through the toll booth and began to accelerate when I noticed through my rearview mirror that my brake lights were on. I stepped on the break and the went off. I must say because feared it would be a costly fix I ignored it for a long time until I saw another saturn aura with the same issue. I drove behind the elderly woman until we both at a traffic light and I pulled along side her to inform her of what I saw. I also told her my car was doing the same thing. She thanked me for telling her a drove off. I took my car to a mechanic who told me he did believe it was a electrical problem but could be absolutely sure until he was able to keep the car for the day. Again not really in a position to fix what may be costly, I continued to drive. Finally I was stopped by another motorist and he explained that while driving behind me he noticed the brake lights came on but as we approached the traffic light which was red I slowed down( stepping on the brake) and the light went off until I was at a full stop and my foot was pressed firmly on the break then the break light come back on. As soon as I saw the recall I called my local gm dealer right away and told them what was happening with my brakes and the fact that when I try to move my gear out of park into drive I sometimes have to force it because it seems stuck.they said they would check to see if my car was included in the recall. Well what do you know its not. This I find very hard to believe, that my car would be doing almost exactly what was described in two recalls but my car(based on my VIN#) is not included. I believe gm is tying to minimize their responsibility for the repair of the cars they willing sold knowing they had issues.
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