2003 Saturn Vue: doors won't lock, open or latch

Filed Sep 15, 2013 · Body · 113,000 miles · PA

On 4 occasions,...I went to open my drivers' side door.it would not open. I had to roll my window down (power windows) to open the door from the outside.I took my vehicle back each time,...it works for a few days,...then I cannot open the door from the inside.at one point this week,..my window got stuck,..and I could not get my arm thru it to reach the outside door handle to get out of my vehicle.this is a death trap !!!!! Northeast auto/credit (bhph) refuses to trade me out of this.

Filed Jun 24, 2013 · Electrical · 123,000 miles · WI

I have a saturn vue 2003 someone was sitting in passenger they thought I had my car in park and they tried to open the door and when I put my car in park the passenger door wont open from inside so I went out and tried to open the passenger from the outside. I was able to open with the remote now I can't get it to open with the remote it has to do with security system.

Filed Jun 21, 2011 · Electrical · 153,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 saturn vue. While the contact started the ignition, the entire instrument panel illuminated with the flickering of four automatic door locks. In addition, the front and rear windshield wipers began to operate. The failures recurred intermittently whether the vehicle was in motion or not. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 153,000.

Filed Mar 28, 2011 · Brakes, Locks · 172,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 saturn vue. The contact was driving 10 MPH on a snow and ice covered road surface when he applied the brakes and the entire instrument panel illuminated. There was a complete loss of the power steering and brakes. The contact engaged the brakes several times before the vehicle stopped. When attempting to exit the front driver side door, the automatic door locks would not release. All of the interior door locks became inoperative. The contact was able to exit the front driver side door by applying excessive force with a hammer to the door lock mechanism. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where they informed him that the failure was related to a computerized system malfunction. The technician attempted to repair the vehicle but to no avail. The failure mileage was 172,000.

Filed Jul 12, 2010 · Electrical · 130,000 miles · MO

2003 saturn vue. Computer failure. Internet research done by me show multitudes of complaints about computers failing resulting in loss of power steering and dash components. Door lock failure and shift lever locking up.

Filed Oct 13, 2009 · Body · 76,000 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 saturn vue. The locks and latches on the passenger and driver side doors cannot be opened from the inside. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic, and he realigned the doors' track. However when it rains the doors will not open. Upon contacting the dealer, a technician concluded that she would have to pay $80.00 for a diagnostic fee. The failure mileage was 74,000.

Filed Aug 18, 2008 · Locks · 96,000 miles · MI

When it is either humid or rainy, driver's side door will not unlock from the inside. When I press the unlock button, it electronically switches between lock and unlock several times. The only way to get the door open is to hold it down the button in unlock mode, unroll the window and then I have to open it from the outside door handle. This has not been a safety issue yet, but I fear that it could become one if it gets any worse or if I ever had to get out of my car quickly. The local dealership has replaced the door latch twice, which has had no impact on resolving the issue and I will be returning to them tomorrow for a third trip to resolve this.

Filed May 10, 2007 · Brakes, Locks · NY

2003 vue customer states that the transmission had a recall and after having it fix it began to have problems a couple of months later then the whole transmission had to be replaced**cc the drivers door would not open from the inside, the brakes squealed whenever the consumer backed-up and the rear wiper was replaced.

Filed Apr 17, 2006 · Electrical · 52,600 miles · MN

Computer failed on 2003 saturn vue (4-cyl vti version) causing gauges and system lights to blink and fluctuate uncontrollably. Additionally, door locks were turned on and off repeatedly. I had difficulty exiting the vehicle once at the dealership because of the locks. Incident occurred while driving in on highway at 58 MPH. Mileage of vehicle is 52,600. Dealership replaced computer -- problem was not under warranty.

Filed May 10, 2005 · Acceleration, Engine · 40,000 miles · DC

Saturn vue experiencing problems with the transmission, catalytic converter shield, windshield, accelerator, rear suspension, defective passenger side ball joints, struts and bushings.***no answer required***. *mr the defective catalytic converter shield was replaced, there was noise under the vehicle in the exhaust area of the vehicle due to a defective muffler. The windshield rattled at high speeds. The accelerator pedal stuck resulting in sudden acceleration. The driver's door would not open from the inside.

Filed Aug 31, 2004 · Locks · 20 miles · FL

Automatic door locks would intermittently lock the doors which prevent the consumer from getting in or out of the vehicle. Dealer was notified. Dealer replaced the power door assembly, but problem recurred. Then, dealer was unable to resolved this issue.

Filed May 19, 2004 · Locks · 9,305 miles · CA

1) left passenger door flew open while driving 40 MPH down a surface street; 2) no door ajar system for passenger doors (only trunk and if a loose gas cap); 3) contacted saturn, feel there 2003 saturn vue is safe without this feature. They will only take it under advisement. It is my responsibility to ensure the doors are closed. Unacceptable! Even my 8 year old ford aerostar van had that system; and, with kids it is necessary!