Saturn Outlook steering lock-up problems

Filed May 22, 2021 · Electrical, Steering · TX

While driving. Lost power, steering locked up. Discontented and reconnected the battery. Problem cleared.

Filed Dec 15, 2014 · Steering · 94,000 miles · NC

Went to make a u-turn and the steering wheel locked up. Jerked on it to get it working again. On around 10 occasions in the 18 months we've owned this vehicle, the steering wheel has locked up for no reason.

Filed Oct 14, 2014 · Steering · NV

2007 saturn outlook. Consumer states vehicle steering wheel locked up while driving. *tgw the consumer stated as her husband steered to make a right turn, the steering wheel locked up. He applied extreme pressure to the steering wheel, and the steering wheel broke free. The consumers husband pulled over and turned off the vehicle, and checked the power steering fluid and all appeared fine. The consumer continued to drive. However, by the time they arrived home. It felt as though the vehicle didn't have any power steering and the steering pump began to growl. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was determined, the power steering rack was leaking and the pump failed due to oil loss.

Filed Oct 7, 2014 · Electrical, Steering · 80,948 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 saturn outlook. The contact stated that while attempting to turn, the steering wheel seized and failed to straighten out. Also, the door locks failed to unlock when exiting the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that a wire under the driver's seat malfunctioned and caused the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 80,948.

Filed Sep 17, 2014 · Airbags, Steering · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 saturn outlook. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 MPH, the steering wheel seized and the key failed to release from the ignition. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician replaced the steering column but the failure persisted. Also, the contact stated that the air bag warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The VIN was unavailable. The failure mileage was unavailable.

Filed Aug 11, 2014 · Steering · 110,000 miles · OH

While trying to pull in/out of my friveway my steering locked up. Any speeds under 20mph I can hardly turn wheel.

Filed Sep 5, 2013 · Steering · 65,000 miles · AL

I took my '09 saturn outlook to royal automotive dealership on 7/2/13 to correct another (now the 4th) recall and to have my steering issues corrected. The power steering locks up constantly when making turns. It is very difficult to maneuver and is very dangerous, especially when turning into on coming traffic. The dealership told me that the steering needed steering gear and pump replacements at a cost of $1436. After researching online, I found that many people across the nation are having the very same problems yet gm refuses to correct this dangerous issue. I supposed they are waiting on a class action law suit. After working with gm customer assistance, I am still unable to get henry parker at royal automotive in alabama to return my phone calls. From all the complaints across the nation, I would think this would need to be another gm recall because of the high nature of a potential life threatening situation in driving these cars.

Filed Aug 13, 2013 · Steering, Wheels · 98,800 miles · NV

Bought this vehicle used in november of 2012. Noticed that the steering wheel is noisy (a squeaky noise). Eventually when I do u-turns the steering wheel gets stiff but still manageable to steer the vehicle although it's totally stiff to turn. Then lately most of the time when going in and out of a parking lot it seems I totally lost the power steering or perhaps the power steering locks up because it's really hard to turn the steering wheel. Brought it to a former saturn dealer and they said the power steering pump and rack is busted and needs to get repaired. Their quote to replace the parts and labor is about $1,500.

Filed Nov 19, 2012 · Engine, Fuel system · 78,000 miles · TX

I brought a saturn outlook in 2009 and had numerous issues similar to what has been detailed in this website. - both headlights failed to work - one covered under warranty & cost of second one reimbursed by gm under the recall - starter failed - covered under warranty - failed water pump at 73k - I paid for replacement - steering gear and pump replacement because the steering locks up at low speed @ 78k my third vehicle but first gm and the experience with saturn/gm have been frustrating. I see others have experienced similar failure on this mode. Documenting these vehicles for future use or possible help from gm or dot.

Filed Jul 26, 2012 · Steering · 93,000 miles · PA

My 18 year old daughter was returning home when she noticed the steering became very hard to use. She made it home safely. I took the car out to see what was going on and when I backed up the driveway I couldn't turn the wheel without great effort. And it got worse, it just locked up. I was advised that it needed power steering fluid or a new power steering pump. I drove it to nearest mechanic, steering locked up on turns, had to pull over several times, and turn the car off. The mechanic is within 3 miles, nearest gm dealer is 40 minutes away. He replaced pump and fluid, cleaned it as recommended. He took it for a test drive and the steering failed again, almost causing an accident. He was very upset. I am contacting gm. This problem has been documented by other 2007 saturn outlook owners on this site. This is a very dangerous issue and I can't believe it has not been addressed. Does someone have to die before it is? I have an unsafe and un drivable vehicle.