The contact owns a 2007 Saturn Outlook. The contact stated that the air bag, the traction control, and the electronic stability control warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that after opening the liftgate with the power liftgate button, the liftgate unexpectedly lowered, and struck her on the head. The contact stated that the failure had occurred twice. The contact had head pain, but medical assistance was not required. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact related the failures to the federal safety agency Campaign Numbers: 07V062000 (Air Bags) and 15V415000 (Structure); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 163,000.
2007 Saturn Outlook body problems
36 complaints (7% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 80,000.
- owner complaints
- 36
- of this car's complaints
- 7%
- typical mileage
- 80,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Body20
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Saturn Outlook body problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2007 Saturn Outlook body
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Structure: body: hatchback/liftgate
- What is wrong
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 Buick Enclave vehicles manufactured January 3, 2007, to February 29, 2012, 2009-2012 Chevrolet Traverse vehicles manufactured July 6, 2008, to March 9, 2012, 2007-2012 GMC Acadia vehicles manufactured September 15, 2006, to February 29, 2012, and 2007-2010 Saturn Outlook vehicles manufactured August 17, 2006, to March 18, 2010. The affected vehicles, equipped with the power liftgate option, have gas struts that hold the power liftgate up when open. These struts may prematurely wear and the open liftgate may suddenly fall.
- Risk
- If the open liftgate unexpectedly falls, it may strike a person, increasing their risk of injury.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the power liftgate actuator motor control unit so that the motor will prevent the rapid closing of the lift gate, free of charge. The recall began on November 15, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1‑800‑521‑7300, Chevrolet customer service at 1‑800‑222‑1020, GMC customer service at 1‑800‑462‑8782, and Saturn customer service at 1‑800‑553‑6000. GM's number for this recall is 15240.
Recall number 15V415000 · Recall details
What 2007 Saturn Outlook owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Hi! I recently bought a car from a dealership called epb auto. The car I purchased was describes as having no recalls nor other problems besides the ABS light (which I was informed by the dealer would go off with new tires) on and a check engine light. The dealer specified that the check engine was just the gas cap. Which he claimed that the mechanic read with his computer. I was told there was no problems, also claimed he'd replace the windshield. Which he did not. I tried to call to explain the situation. He claimed the mobile mechanic won't be able to come out until monday. My whole vitality relies on that vehicle and I cannot find a mechanic that will fix the recalls. Please help! Recalls include the timing chain and timing tensioner, windshield, liftgate, air bag sensors, electrical system failures.
Takata recall while bolt assembly broke off at frame holding gas tank up. There are three metal 'straps' holding gas tank in place and the back one broke off from frame bolt and all still intact. I was in motion driving on a busy street when it broke off. I wasn't turning or anything and the speed limit is 40 MPH.
My transmission died in 2012 had put another transmission. Sitting in 2018 I need another transmission why can't they fix this problem. It's doesn't go above 10mph as I was driving also the roof leaks and car takes on water could cause a fire if you look online these are the 2 major complaints of this vehicle.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 saturn outlook. The contact stated that the rear liftgate on the vehicle opened and then slammed shut. There were no warning indicators illuminated before or after the failure. The vehicle was taken to the champion chevrolet dealer at 5000 e grand river ave in howell, mi, but the cause of the failure could not be diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN was unknown. The approximate failure mileage was 197,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 saturn outlook. The contact stated that the seal on the sun roof fractured and caused water to drain into the vehicle. As a result, the battery, fuse box, and carpet were damaged. The failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to sierra motors (18475 5th avenue, jamestown, ca 95327) where it was diagnosed that the drain plug was clogged. The dealer kept the vehicle for observation. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the federal safety agency. The failure mileage was approximately 105,000. The VIN was not provided.
The keyless entry broke we never had one so don't know if push button to open and close electronically or not but if u open gate it automatically closes almost falling on you.
My 07 saturn outlook has 2 major issues the wave plate broke in the transmission code p0776 and didn't run. I had to wait over 7 months to save since I had a car payment to have it rebuilt. It should be a recall since there are so many in my position miles were 80,674 and now my roof leaks should be a recall it is messing up my electrical could cause a fire in the vehicle that I used to take my kids in so I have to drive around with towels on my seat as my car rains on my head in side when it is raining outside
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 saturn outlook. The contact stated that she noticed that the lift gate failed to respond. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact received a notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v415000 (structure). The vehicle was serviced under the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v415000 (structure) however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to a dealer where the technician informed the contact that there was an electrical failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 110,760.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 saturn outlook. The contact stated that the liftgate detached. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v415000 (structure) and stated that the part needed for the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 79,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
Questions about the 2007 Saturn Outlook body
Does the 2007 Saturn Outlook have body problems?
Owners have filed 36 complaints about the body of the 2007 Saturn Outlook, 7% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2007 Saturn Outlook body problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 80,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2007 Saturn Outlook body?
Yes, 1 recall: 15V415000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Saturn Outlook have the most body problems?
The Saturn Outlook model years with the most body complaints are 2008 (46 complaints) and 2007 (36 complaints).
Other 2007 Saturn Outlook problems
Lights 154Transmission 128Electrical 115Airbags 88Steering 60Engine 31Driver assistance 23Visibility 19Acceleration 12Brakes 9Seats 9Fuel system 7Suspension 3Locks 2Seat belts 2Tires 1
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