2004 Saturn Vue: complete transmission failure

Filed Nov 22, 2017 · Electrical, Fuel system · 45,000 miles · CA

While driving transmission will jump out of gear,need to shift gear selector into neutral,then back into drive,sometimes more than once.we have avoided several serious incidents since this problematic issue started.vehicle was checked out several times at saturn of modesto.ca.now out of business,there fix just replace transmission $5,000 at customers full expense.contracted saturn customer service,they advised us to contact chase chevrolet stkn.ca as they can service your saturn vehicle.called chase chevrolet was advised there shop did not have proper equipment to service our vehicle,didn't have updated computer software.still having same issues.

Filed Aug 27, 2015 · Transmission · 64,000 miles · CO

While driving down a city avenue during rush hour, the transmission failed. No warning, just failed. Several good samaritans pushed me across 3 lanes of traffic to get me off the busy road. It died while I was in gear and driving. I did find out that this model was part of a recall and I ended up paying 2500 for a new transmission because they said the recall had expired that I did not take in on time. 5 years later, it's doing the same thing. A new transmission costs around 3000. What part did they pay? Did they even replace it? 2 years after that the engine quit on a highway off ramp with less than 100k miles. I had to replace that. Then 1 year later, the entire brake system had to be replaced to the tune of 1200. We got a tune up and oil change as we were headed to breckenridge, the tech said we were lucky because the brakes would have been useless in mountain driving. That was a scary thought for sure.

Filed Jun 5, 2014 · Airbags, Electrical · MD

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).

Filed Feb 18, 2014 · Engine, Transmission · 145,192 miles · CA

The transmission for my saturn vue (2004) was replaced in 2010 when my vehicle had 77637 miles. The transmission was replaced in 2010 after receiving a letter from saturn notifying of issue with intelligence (vti) transmission and my vehicle experiencing issues. My now second transmission is having the same problems the first transmission had. The mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle has said that it is not normal for a vehicle to have the same transmission issue and I know my family and friends have not experience this type of issue with their vehicles. This leads me to believe that this is not normal and that the issue with the intelligence (vti) transmission has not been resolved. I am asking for gmc to cover the cost to replace the new defected transmission for my vehicle. I would like for this issue to be escalated. My experience with gmc product and customer services I receive from jay has left me very disappointed and dissatisfied with gmc. I would like to know if there is anyone who can help me fight this issue with gmc.

Filed Oct 21, 2013 · Transmission · IA

2004 saturn vue. Consumer writes in regards to transmission failure.

Filed Dec 28, 2011 · Transmission · 78,456 miles · FL

Started having transmission problems about a month ago. I went online to find that the transmission I have is a known problem for saturn. I called saturn and they informed me that nothing could be done for me. I then called gm and they informed me that they would pay half of the trans cost or give me 5000 for new gm vehicle. That's not an option cause this car is paid off and don't want car payments at this time. My issue is if saturn or gm knows about this problem why aren't they doing anything about it and what do I need to do to get this solved and get a new transmission in my vehicle. My vehicle only has 78*** miles on it I should not have to be worrying about this so soon. Thank you for your time and help.

Filed Apr 12, 2011 · Transmission · 120,000 miles · LA

My 2004 saturn vue is on it's second transmission. After 50,000 miles the transmission went out and I had to get a new one. The mechanics did not see any reason why the transmission would go out. Another 50,000 miles my car started making a noise almost like something was dragging on the ground. The mechanic did not see anything wrong and did not see a reason to inspect. About 20,000 miles later the noise got louder and my car would move but was not picking up speed as I press the gas. I had to park my car in a walmart parking lot and wait for a wrecker to come pick it up. The mechanic at the yard where the wrecker came from told me that the transmission went out and they could not see a reason why. My car is not under warranty anymore and I do not have 6000 dollars to get it repaired.

Filed Feb 2, 2011 · Transmission · 127,000 miles · FL

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 saturn vue. While driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle stopped responding to the accelerator pedal. The driver applied pressure to the accelerator pedal but the vehicle would not accelerate further. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was advised to replace the transmission. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 127,000.

Filed May 21, 2010 · Transmission · CA

Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6) in november of 2009 I had received a letter from saturn in which it states that my car is a recall, due to a faulty transmission and performance problems. (three month prior to the recall letter I had experienced some difficulties with the car.) saturn/gmc do not want to pay the repair in full,$5,927.03, they want me to pay the half of it. Neither do they help me to get a car of the same year or value. I wrote them a hand written letter and never received an answer from them. After three months I contacted them by phone, to ask what they are doing about the car,I was told that my case is dismissed?( I call that discrimination) I went to court and filed a small claims court against saturn. Three weeks after they were served the paperwork I received a letter from them that I would have to dismiss this claim since they go through bankruptcy. I am a divorced mature female, and have a small residential,light commercial and janitorial cleaning business. I need the car on a daily basis, and have to drive sometimes far to get to my clients. And since the economy has turned bad for lots of small business owners, like me, I barely make ends meet. I do not have the money to pay for a replacement transmission, nor do I have the other half of what the new transmission would cost. And since I did not design the car neither manufacture the car, I don't see why I have to pay for it. A recall needs to be taken care off from the company who puts them on the market. The time for my car is running out, and for me as well. If I have a serious accident on the road due to a transmission failure and performance issue, or if the transmission catches fire that would be horrible. If I loose all my clients if the car breaks down I won't be able to pay my rent, and end up living on the streets with my animals. Please can you help me to resolve this bad problem? I have run out of options. [xxx]

Filed Apr 14, 2010 · Transmission · 83,000 miles · MI

I own a 2004 saturn vue with a variable transmission. It has 83,000 miles. I took it to the dealership to be looked at because of hearing all the transmission problems these cars have had. Somehow while they were looking at it the transmission went and I couldn't drive my car over 20 MPH. I was stuck there at the dealership and told I had to get a new transmission. Saturn will only pay for half so now after paying over $20,000 for this car I have to pay another $3,000 to get a new transmission. I was told then that the new transmission might have the same problems this one has had. This is unacceptable that they don't stand by their products and will not cover the whole replacement of something they know to be faulty.

Filed Mar 1, 2010 · Transmission · 50,000 miles · OH

Tl*the contact owns 2004 saturn vue. The driver stated that she received a letter dated november 2009 regarding the transmission being repaired within 5 years, at no cost. The driver stated that her 5 years has expired. The transmission has failed and the dealer is willing to pay 50% of the repair cost. The contact doesn't agree with the cost. The contact also stated that the transmission failed about 2 years ago. The failure mileage was 50,000. The current mileage was 70,000. Updated 04/09/10. *lj the consumer stated the transmission should be repaired at 100%. Updated 05/06/10.*jb updated 06/14/10.

Filed Jan 2, 2010 · Transmission · 85,000 miles · FL

2004 saturn vue transmission failure estimated 150,000 cars have this failure faulty transmission wire installed in autos from 2002 thru 2005.