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2007 Saturn Outlook transmission problems

128 complaints (25% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 79,034. 2 crashes reported.

owner complaints
128
of this car's complaints
25%
typical mileage
79,034
crashes
2
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Automatic transmission
    8
  • Driveline
    1
  • Automatic transmission: lever and linkage: floor shift
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

Saturn Outlook transmission problems in other years

200720082009

Specific symptoms reported on the 2007 Saturn Outlook transmission

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Transmission failure 38Won't shift 26Slipping 16Jerking 14Whining noise 8Hesitation 6

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2007 Saturn Outlook owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jul 8, 2023 · Electrical, Lights · CA

I have a wire that burned-out and it controls my windows, sunroof,my AC controls, and then also my transmission is shutering

Filed Jun 23, 2022 · Steering, Transmission · NC

While driving, the car will automatically shift into 1st gear. Steering will then be disabled to the point of crash. Transmission/computer issue. Major issue with Saturn Outlooks.

Filed Jan 27, 2022 · Transmission · TN

I just purchased this vehicle & on my way home with it the check engine light came on. I hooked up the diagnostic code scanner on the car and it threw several different codes PO700, PO752, PO420. There are specific transmission issues with this particular year, make, and model. My car has the exact same symptoms as the others that were recalled so why has mine not been recalled as well? It's malfunctioning just as the others described in the recall so clearly this is a common issue with these particular vehicles. I feel my car should be covered as part of the safety recall on the transmission and I need it repaired as soon as possible.

Filed Jul 29, 2020 · Transmission · 145,000 miles · CA

The vehicles automatic transmission was not shifting appropriately with fluctuating changes of speeds, then the car would not maintain a safe speed to exit the freeway. After parking I called a tow truck and had it delivered to the closest dealer where they had put in a rebuilt transmission when the vehicle had 90,223 miles back in 2013. Now, less than 50,000 miles later the dealership is telling me the vehicle needs another transmission at the cost of $5,500. If a vehicle only gets 50,000 miles out of a transmission somethings not right! I have my receipts from the first transmission that clearly indicate the mileage.

Filed Mar 12, 2019 · Driver assistance, Engine · 201,000 miles · SC

Receiving message on dash display: engine power reduced, service stabilitrak, service traction control. Notice a sever drop in engine power and will practically not move if put in gear. Typically noticed when starting vehicle and pulling away. Can turn vehicle off for several minutes and issue is not experienced. (until the next time) there is no typical combination of events that happen before issue occurs, random. Have checked forums online and seems to be a common problem with this and other similar vehicles from gm (outlook, acadia, enclave, traverse)

Filed Jul 18, 2018 · Transmission · 138,000 miles · MI

Transmission hot idle engine

Filed May 31, 2018 · Body, Transmission · 130,000 miles · MA

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.

Filed Mar 22, 2018 · Fuel system, Lights · CA

Dlr lights went out, poor gas millage, transmission shifts are not like a regular transmission the gears are staying to long before shifting.

Filed Feb 25, 2018 · Transmission · FL

While driving the vehicle, it loses power and the vehicle will not shift out of gear. Then, the car does not allow you to drive faster than 40 MPH.

Filed Feb 23, 2018 · Driver assistance, Transmission · 150,000 miles · TN · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 saturn outlook. While driving approximately 40 MPH, the traction control indicator flashed. Also, the air conditioning blew out smoke and the transmission jerked. The vehicle was driven home. The contact stated that the failures occurred for approximately one a half months. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.

Questions about the 2007 Saturn Outlook transmission

Does the 2007 Saturn Outlook have transmission problems?

Owners have filed 128 complaints about the transmission of the 2007 Saturn Outlook, 25% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2007 Saturn Outlook transmission problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 79,034 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2007 Saturn Outlook transmission?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Saturn Outlook have bad transmission?

The Saturn Outlook model years with the most transmission complaints are 2007 (128 complaints), 2008 (127 complaints) and 2009 (19 complaints).

Other 2007 Saturn Outlook problems

Lights 154Electrical 115Airbags 88Steering 60Body 36Engine 31Driver assistance 23Visibility 19Acceleration 12Brakes 9Seats 9Fuel system 7Suspension 3Locks 2Seat belts 2Tires 1

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