Tl* the contact owns a 2008 saturn aura. The contact experienced difficulty turning the steering wheel. The contact had to exert more manual effort than usual in order to steer. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The contact was informed by a certified mechanic of a recall regarding a steering failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v153000 (steering); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The approximate failure mileage was 125,000. Updated 04/18/17*lj
2008 Saturn Aura steering complaints
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While driving on the overpass/highway, car jumps/skips to the side (opposite of turning direction). Steering shaft has been replaced and didn't solve this issue. We have had front end basically re-done also. Losing power steering fluid; power steering whines and is very stiff. I am convinced that this vehicle should be on the recall list!!! Very disappointed in the amount of money we have had to sink into this car. We've been dealing with a continuum of repeated problems for 3 plus years!
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 saturn aura. The contact stated that there was a sudden loss of power steering while driving. The steering wheel was extremely tight and the contact had to coast the vehicle over to the side of the road. The eps warning indicator flashed shortly after the failure occurred. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle on more than one occasion because the power steering failed while in drive; however, it functioned when the vehicle was parked. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 14e044000 (steering) and 14v153000 (steering). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was not available.
I received the recall for the power steering problem back in 2014. I had the work done on the power steering per the recall parameters. However, the power steering is now having problems?: it seems when the outside temp is around the 40 degree and below mark, that the power steering won't operate? I go to turn the car on, the car comes to life, and the "power steering" warning lights up on the instrument cluster? The wheel is 'dead-in-my-hands as well? After turning the ignition off then back on several times will it then activate the power steering? But, not always the case. So far, once it comes to life, the steering has not gone out. When I inquired of the warranty, apparently, per the recall details, the part(s) are only warranted for a year and its been approx. A year and a half since the work was done. Very frustrated and very concerned that the power steering may go out while driving. Especially concerned for other drivers and occupants of this vehicle!! I can send any copies of the recall performed at the local chevy dealership if needed.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 saturn aura. The contact stated that the vehicle lost power steering ability. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v153000 (steering). The failure mileage was 175,000.
While driving down a busy road and slowing down my vehicle as the light turned from yellow to red, my steering wheel instantly froze. The indicator screen in my car read: power steering. It became instantly impossible for me to turn my steering wheel. I put the car in park and put my hazard lights on. I turned off my motor and started my engine again and my steering wheel was back to its normal way of usage.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 saturn aura. While driving various speeds and turning the steering wheel, there was an abnormal clicking noise. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing, but the cause of the failure could not be determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 154,140.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 saturn aura. While driving various speeds and turning the vehicle, the steering wheel made an abnormal noise and the steering wheel became very stiff. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing; however, the failure could not be determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. Updated 10/05/16*lj
Al of the sudden the power steering warning light went on april 8 when I started to work. There was no problem on the way to work, when I was driving home, the light went on again and I could not control the steering for several minutes. I pulled over for a minute until I got home. I spoke with my hubby who said I should call the dealer. We proceeded to check the internet for any other problems that had been reported to find that this is a common problem. I am now afraid to drive the car because the steering went out of control and I could not. I treasure my life. I bought this car used 2 years ago and had problems in turning-a clicking when I turned right or left-this was supposedly fixed by the garage. Can this be fixed--that is the power steering problem and paid for by the dealer? Oh I was on an intercity street going straight. Can the dealer buy the car back from me or pay for the repairs? As I mentioned, I am now afraid to drive the car. Should I take it into the dealer or garage or wait to talk with you?
Clicking sound as stearing wheel is turned either right or left. Sounds like a universal. Usualy two clicks per first revolution. Will click both while stoped and moving
The4 steering wheel doesn't lock and occasionally the key gets stuck in the ignition when you turn it off
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 saturn aura. The contact stated that while driving at 45 MPH, the steering wheel seized without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 95,000. The VIN was not available.
Knocking noise when going slow and turning steering wheel. This happened first in 7/20/2012 at 33,129 miles. Dealer lubed steering shaft. Had problem again on 2/9/2016 at 56,772 miles. Dealer replaced steering shaft this time, cost was about $423.00 I see that this has been a problem with this vehicle and there was a recall but safecar.gov website did not show recall for my VIN number
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 saturn aura. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the "power steering warning" message displayed and the steering wheel became very difficult to turn. After shutting the engine off and back on, the vehicle operated normally; however, the failure recurred two weeks later. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the eps sensor inside the steering column failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 91,000.
My husband was alone driving, was early a.m. When a coyote ran out on country road. He has had this many times before having lived in the area over 60+ yrs. He was in 2 lane road, he went to brake and swerved when he said the car became unable to control, he hit the burn on side of road flipping car numerous times ending upside down. He was stuck in seat belt unable to get loose for 15 min finally getting out of it. He was seen by drs @ hospital and released with bruised ribs, cuts and abrasions. When I talked to him on phone later he relates what had happened also saying "it seemed like the car had a mind of its own, it wouldn' t steer or brake right." I told him to rest and I would talk to him later. That was the last time I ever talked to him, as he died of the blunt force trama from that accident, that was oct 7, 2014. I believe his vehicle is to blame for this accident, as I know what kind of driver he is, off road , around our rural area animals are always jumping out on the road, and he never has had a accident. He doesn't panic, he knows how to drive off road, and have raced in score off road functions in he younger days. He was an excellent driver, driving others, because he didn't drink, and was very safe in driving.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 saturn aura. While driving at any speed, the contact heard a noise coming from the front driver side of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the intermediate steering shafts failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14e044000 (steering). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 80,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 saturn aura. While driving at a low speed, the contact heard a noise coming from the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who diagnosed that the power steering gear assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer who diagnosed that the shaft needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. However, the failure persisted and the vehicle was taken to another dealer who diagnosed that the rack and pinion needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 36,988.
Popping noise while slow speed turning first reported to a local gm dealer in 2/13. Dealer confirmed shaft was defective but didn't think it was dangerous yet, so was not repaired. After learning in 7/14 that gm had just issued a recall on these shafts, (the federal safety agency campaign number 14e044000), I returned to the same dealer to finally get it replaced. Service manager again stated that the intermediate steering shaft was defective. However, gm management has steadfastly refused to allow the local dealership to replace my unit because my vehicle's VIN was not included in the their list of recall eligible models!
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 saturn aura. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver. Also, the transmission failed to shift out of park intermittently and the four doors failed to lock. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
Was recalled for a electric power steering assist. Not even two months later the power steering system has completely failed. I cant even go a quarter mile down the road.it will drive a little down the road and power steering will flash on the dash and turns are almost impossible. I have to shut the vehicle off and turn it back on. This is very dangerous especially if there isn't a place to pull over without making a turn. I called gm and they told me I would have to pay out of pocket to get it fixed and they would not reimburse me for what it costs.I don't think this is right considering that this was the one thing that they were supposed to fix I cant afford to fix it. I have put over two grand in this car all within a year. Mind you this is my only car and I cant get another one. I think that gm should take some responsibility and fix this because this could cost someone their life if they aren't willing to take care of this issue.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 saturn aura. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, he heard a unusual sound that came from the driver seat and a squeaky sound that came from the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken to a dealer mechanic and diagnosed the fractured of driver seat well mount and failure of the steering column. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 62,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 saturn aura. When making a left or right turn, the contact heard a clicking noise coming from the steering column. The dealer stated that the steering intermediate shaft needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 14,000...updated 01/06/15
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 saturn aura. While driving approximately 20 MPH over a grass patch, the contact lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a pole. The contact indicated that the traction control light illuminated during the incident. A police report was filed and no injuries were reported. Also, while driving at an unknown speed, the contact inadvertently made contact with the transmission shifter and the shifter switched to the neutral position. Also, the power steering malfunctioned and failed to work while operating the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failures. The failure mileage was 47,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 saturn aura. The contact stated that when driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal noise coming from the steering shaft. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign number: 14e044000 (steering) the vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the intermediate steering shaft needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 31,549.
After getting all the recalls on my car fixed I assumed it would stop the steering wheel of my car from moving by itself. Wrong. My steering wheel still moves by itself, happens when I'm stopped, parked, driving above 50 or below 20. The steering wheel itself feels jerky. Doesn't feel smooth or tight. I'm assuming because of the recall of the steering wheel module it somehow affected other parts of the steering but that's not a recall yet. I don't feel safe driving this car. I'm afraid to drive it especially on the highways. The problem of losing power steering might of been fixed but what about the steering shaking and moving by itself? There's other people with this problem, there's you tube videos of it. When will this be recalled? Probably not until someone likes me crashes because of it.
2008 saturn aura. Consumer writes in regards to transmission recall notice and requests reimbursement for repairs. *smd the consumer was informed, the intermediate steering shaft needed to be replaced
Regarding recall 13036. Performed at ed bozarth chevrolet in nevada on 9/2/2014. Vehicle is continuing to illuminate tell-tales "service traction, service ESC, traction control off & ESC off" approximately 96% of the time while driving. Lights will go off briefly when applying brakes but come back on after coming to a complete stop. As soon as the vehicle is started, the warning lights come on with audible warning as well. I returned to the dealer & they stated the recall was performed correctly. If it was, why are theses lights still coming on? Prior to the recall, the lights came on, but in a different pattern. Currently, the lights go off when the vehicle is in reverse. Any assistance or advice would be much appreciated.
On 9/2/2014 I took car to ed bozarth chevrolet to have service on recall 13036. My car was returned with no change in the problem; "service traction control, traction control off, service ecs & ecs off" tell-tales lights were still illuminating consistently. The invoice indicated they fixed the following under the recall; 1) a06396 adh promoter, 2) 13596990 (s) clip 3) 13596991 (s) retainer 4) 15188763 (s) retainer 5) 11509086 (s) strap and "108420 campaign 13036 performed bcm & bpps harness & connector repair." the invoice indicated I declined service on "ses light and traction control diagnosis also shocks, struts, engine leak diagnosis, broken panel replacement 1064 c." the best part was they told me I needed to have my oil changed, which I personally did 3 days prior to bringing the car in! They shattered the fuse compartment cover located inside the vehicle, tried to glue it back with a blue colored glue which did not work and then indicated on the invoice I declined having the broken panel replaced at a charge of $86.00. All they wanted to do was sell me service which was not needed. I asked the service adviser if a blown or missing fuse could cause the tell-tales lights to illuminate and he said no. When I returned home yesterday, I looked at the fuse compartment and found one bad fuse and one missing fuse. After replacing them, the check engine light went off for the first time in over 3 months. I did still receive one "traction control service and one service ecs" light. I am going to return to dealer today to attempt to have them remedy the issues. A follow up complaint will be written in an effort to assist. Thank you.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 saturn aura. The contact stated while driving approximately 25 MPH, the steering wheel seized without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician stated that the power steering fluid was leaking on the exhaust and advised the contact not to drive the vehicle since it could catch fire. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated the VIN was not included under the federal safety agency campaign id number: 14v153000 (steering). The approximate failure mileage was 48,900. Updated 10/14/14
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 saturn aura. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH the power steering failed without warning. The vehicle was taken to a independent mechanic and the technician diagnosed the motor needed to be replaced. No repairs were made and the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 80,000.
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