Tl* the contact owns a 2004 saturn vue. The contact stated that the vehicle would not start until repeated attempts were made. The failure occurred multiple times. The dealer stated that the ignition cylinder needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.
2004 Saturn Vue electrical complaints
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We can remove the key from the ignition switch while the vehicle is running or moving. I did see on 8/8/2014 that our year was involved in a new recall by gm describing the same problem. I contacted our local dealer and they showed no recall and called gm/saturn to question it as well. Even after telling the representative from gm that our vehicle had the same trouble that was listed in the recall and fit the model year listed they said that they could only update our information and would contact us if it does become part of the recall. The key does come out just as described in the recall.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 saturn vue. The contact stated that the key could be removed from the ignition switch while driving. The contact also stated that when the key was removed from the ignition, the power steering and the brakes failed. In addition, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the failure occurred on multiple occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 140,000.
I tried to restart my engine. Although it turned over, it wouldn't start. So I took my car to a certified mechanic, and he concluded that there has been a shortage in the system, which caused a fuse to be blown. He replaced the fuse, and my car still didn't start. After that, he used his diagnostic machine, and saw that I needed a new ignition switch, which is why it didn't start.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 saturn vue. The contact stated that the key failed to turn. The dealer stated that the ignition lock cylinder fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 34,595.
Traveling at 65mph the key & key fob fell out of the ignition. I was able to slow down but had lost power steering, power brakes, and the airbags would not have deployed. I was able to get to the shoulder of the road.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 saturn vue. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the key came out of the ignition switch independently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and no repairs were made to the vehicle. The failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 159,062.
I have contacted gm several times to be passed on, hoping I will go away. I have had several problems with my saturn a new transmission was installed at 8,500 miles. After the warranty I had to replace the main brain. I called approximately 2 months ago to tell them about the ignition switch. My key will pull right out while the car is running and my air bag light comes on. They want me to pay to see what is going on. I know this model isn't in the recall, but I have spoken to [xxx] who's wife has one and a friend of mine his brothers does the same thing. They don't want to admit that there is a problem with the ignition. It also stalls and has that was why they replaced the main brain. I feel like my vehicle is a death trap and I am stuck in it and hoping I don't get killed while driving it. I want an investigation into this make and model. I don't want to become one the statistics because gm won't admit that there is problem like they have with all the other recalled vehicles. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 saturn vue. The contact stated that the key would easily move from off to on, skipping the accessory position. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician stated that the vehicle was working as the designed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 52,000. Pm updated 8/11/14*cn updated 08/21/2014
When removing the ignition key from the ignition switch cylinder, the key gets stuck about half way out, and is very difficult to remove. After pushing, pulling, and manipulating the key it eventually is released. This has happened multiple times and at times it seems like the key may not come out of the ignition.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 saturn vue. The contact stated that he was able to remove the key from the ignition while the vehicle was not in park. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 60,000 and the current mileage was 100,000.
I have a 2004 saturn vue with an ignition switch that allows the key to be removed at any time, in any position, whether the engine is running or not. With the engine running, the key can be removed, creating the potential to not be able to shut off the engine. With the recent recalls and injuries involving other saturn vehicles made at the same time, I believe this situation needs to be investigated...updated 06/09/14 *bf updated 06/10/2014 *js
Ignition key lock has been replaced/repaired 5 times. Once under warranty. When it fails I can remove the key, while driving, but when I turn off the car, I cannot turn it once the key is inserted again. This makes it impossible to re-start the vehicle. I was sure my car would be on the list of recent recalls, but it is not. Can you help us? I have many of the bills to help my case. ..updated 04-16-14 *bf updated 8/23/2017
After driving to work I parked my 2004 saturn vue and reached for the keys to turn off the engine. When I touched the key it fell out of the ignition switch with the engine still running. When I investigated further, I found I was able to insert and remove the key repeatedly and without force while the engine was running and the ignition switch was in the run position. I shot a video of this which is viewable at http://youtu.be/rvemlyqxpp8&feature=youtu.be.
Erratic occurrence of air conditioning blowing hot or warm sometimes at outside temp range 82-87 f. Compressor has been replaced several times as well as recharged with freon. Working well today and had it checked by an automotive business several times in addition to original repairs performed by saturn dealership before saturn went out of business. Problem has been going on for several years now. This is a saturn vue redline 2004 with this issue. No one has fixed this gm or independent dealers. Seems to be related to motor RPM with greater likelihood of malfunctioning at freeway speeds 60-65 MPH and more likely to operate correctly when the engine is idling. Also, sometimes the engine will not start immediately and acts if it gas flooded or gas starved. Engine turns over but does not start. Computer has been checked recently and there are no abnormal computer codes. On one occasion, engine ran as though it was two cycling and did not run normal until the ignition was shut off and turned on again.
Went to use horn to warn another vehicle that they were swaying into my lane and when did so horn kept going off and would not disengage. Had to pull off road and was able to pull horn relay in order to get horn to stop before burning it out. Due to location of horn switch (inside airbag) the approximate cost for what would appear to be an easy fix could cost upwards of $700. Outrageous! Now due to high cost vehicle will be without an important safety feature....a horn. Recall should be issued.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 saturn vue. The contact stated that the vehicle horn engaged without driver intent. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing and was informed that the horn module had failed and burned a hole through the safety air bag. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 48,000. Updated 06/25/10. *lj updated 09/07/10
For the last few years I have had issues with the power locks in my 2004 saturn view where the unlock button did not work on random occasions. It then seemed that if it had rained this is when the problem would occur. It has since become a chronic issue making it impossible for me to use my door locks for unlocking whether with the remote or the button. This morning the locks unlocked themselvse and continued to attempt unlocking for the entire hour long drive at random intervals. I have had other electrical issues as well with this vehicle and have gotten no where with inquires to saturn as to the issue. Since purchase the rear wiper works when it feels like it and a couple of months ago my horn began to blare while parked in the driveway all by itself. The remedy for the horn was to remove the relay as the mechanic I deal with did not have the code to determine the actual issue. I can only imagine the cost I will incur to rectify these issues, especially in light of the fact that saturn no longer officially exists.
Repeated failure of ignition control module/coil pack on 2004 vue 2.2 ecotec motor caused damage to catalytic converter and o2 sensor january 6, 2009 then again march 31, 2009.
A 2004 saturn vue is having ignition problem. We have yet to replace the ignition due to tricks to cause the ignition to release and start the vehicle. I fully expect this inconvenience to become a major problem at some point due to the poor quality materials used to produce the ignition switch. Should this strand us, the towing fee will be $75 plus a minimum of $400 for the mechanic and parts. I have experienced this problem with another general motors product and had a custom part made to solve the problem. Gm should be the one producing a quality replacement part and issuing a recall instead of gouging consumers especially with their sales plunge of late. They don't need another hit on their quality perception. *tr.
My ignition lock gives me problems, it is hard to turn. Now I can remove my key in the on and started position. Means the car is started and running and I can remove the key.
Ignition locks and unable to start the car. Read blog after blog and thousands of people have had (or have) this problem with their 2004 saturn vue. Most also record that once replaced by saturn,for a huge price, the same thing happened again within 6-12 months.
Problem 1: my 2004 saturn awd v6 saturn vue has developed a "shudder" in the drive train that's prevalent in the 20 -25 and 30-35mph range under moderate acceleration or coasting. Hooked up to a code reader, no codes appear; however, the torque converter is slipping as it displays a read out of over 8,000 RPM's when this occurs and the tachometer bounces back and forth with the shudder. Frequency of occurrence is higher in hotter weather and when car has been driven for several minutes. Slight whine also noticed by the transmission mechanic. Problem 2: this problem was noticed on 03-28-08. Vehicle was also purchased with defective horn. Two + weeks after the car was purchased I was hit in the rear quarter panel by a careless teenager that did not look before he backed out of his parking space. I realized shortly after that my horn was not properly working. There was no way I could have sounded the horn to alert him that he was about to back into me if had wanted to. Had it repaired recently in which the horn was found to be completely non-operational. Once repaired, it was apparent that all was working well with the horn as it honks when the doors are locked. We did not realize that the car would do that at the time that we purchased it. That should have been a big clue to the dealership that it was not functioning properly. I've been told that selling a car without a properly functioning horn is a safety violation. I'm appalled that this was not caught by the dealership! More over, they stuck me with an expensive bill to replace something that should have been operational at the time of sale! Problem 3: repaired on 05-22-08. Also, both lower control arm bushings had to be replaced as they were found to have separated. Major front end noises heard prior to this getting fixed and slop in the front end when driving. Felt like car might loose control when cornering!
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 saturn vue. The contact stated that the instrument panel gauges, especially the odometer, were inoperative and displayed inaccurate readings. She took the vehicle to the dealer and was informed that it would cost $700 to inspect the vehicle and reset the odometer. She has not had the vehicle repaired because the remedy would only be temporary. The odometer currently displays that the vehicle has 70,000 miles, but it really has 45,000 miles. The contact is in the process of notifying the manufacturer. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 45,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 saturn vue. Ever since the vehicle was purchased, the contact has experienced difficulty turning the key in the ignition. She has called the dealer numerous times. Occasionally, the vehicle will not start due to the failure. Initially, the failure occurred intermittently, but now it occurs everyday. The contact scheduled an appointment with a mechanic for april 23, 2008. The purchase date was unknown. The current mileage was 70,000 and failure mileage was 20,000.
Ignition key fell out of lock cylinder while was running. This is dangerous because if I ever need to shut down the engine and the key were to fall out I'd be in trouble. Lock cylinder sticks and I can barely turn it to start sometimes. This car has only 40,000 miles!
The heated seat warmer on our 2004 saturn vue shorted and burned a small dime sized hole in the seat back of the driver's seat.
With only 40k miles on the vehicle, the clutch failed while driving at a speed of 35mph. I had to cut off cars and coast across two lanes to a side street. I couldn't get the clutch to engage. The vehicle was towed to a mechanic and the clutch system (slave cylinder, clutch plate) was replaced. Vehicle is now drivable (can be put into gear), but check engine light hasn't gone off and cruise control no longer works. The mechanic says "no code" appears with code reader. There is also a strong odor of gasoline fumes each time the vehicle is started or is idling. A week previous to the clutch problem, there was a thumping noise under the hood and the vehicle wouldn't start. I had a flashing check engine light, which also produced "no code" with code reader. I ended up having to replace the ignition control module in order to start the engine.
A/c system keeps going out. Took vehicle to dealer 4/14/2006. Dealer stated there was no leak & system just needed to be charged. Stopped cooling again. Took in to dealer 5/24/2007. Dealer stated that there was no problem with the system - it just needed to be recharged again. I told them that A/C should not have to be charged annually, especially since vehicle was 2004 model. Questioned them about the A/C compressor replacement the federal safety agency item #10010459 - said my car did not have any problems with A/C compressor. Offered to split cost of recharge with me because they said it could not be turned in on warranty again. A/c quit cooling again 9/07/2007.
Ignition switch unable to rotate to start vehicle on 2004 saturn vue. Dealership charged 75 dollars to clean ignition switch, and says they get 3 or 4 complaints a week for the same thing. Is this a saturn problem or a personal problem? I've had cars 14 years old and never experienced this before. Now in two days, the dealer has had 7 saturn vues come in with the same complaint, from 2004 to 2007 models.
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