The contact owns a 2005 Saturn VUE. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ignition key fell out of the ignition switch and the steering wheel seized. The contact stated that the key failed to fit back in the ignition switch. The contact turned off the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The contact was informed that the parts were discontinued. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact referenced an unknown recall; however, the VIN was not associated with a recall related to the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 116,000.
The worst 2005 Saturn Vue problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Electrical72
- Transmission30
- Steering20
- Engine17
- Airbags15
- Brakes8
- Body5
- Fuel system5
- Suspension4
- Lights3
- Locks3
- Seats3
- Visibility3
- Acceleration2
- Seat belts2
- Tires1
- Wheels1
Specific symptoms reported on the 2005 Saturn Vue
No deployment 7Transmission failure 7Grinding brakes 5Steering lock-up 5
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2005 Saturn Vue 537
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.
- Unknown or other
- This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on OnStar Module 2G Sunset Information.
- Unknown or other
- Unknown or other
- Electrical system
- Unknown or other
- This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field...
- Unknown or other
- Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles
2005 Saturn Vue fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2L 4‑cyl | FWD | 19-20 | 25-27 | 21-23 |
| 2.2L 4‑cyl | 4WD | 19 | 24 | 21 |
| 3.5L 6‑cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 20 |
| 3.5L 6‑cyl | 4WD | 17 | 23 | 19 |
What 2005 Saturn Vue owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The contact owns a 2005 Saturn Vue. The contact stated that while stopped in traffic, a vehicle began doing donuts in the intersection, causing a multi-car accident and crashing into her vehicle. The air bags had failed to deploy. The contact sustained back and knee injuries, and both her son and grandson had body pain. A police report was available. The vehicle had not been taken to an independent mechanic or a local dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was unknown.
This is a known problem with these saturn views it is where the engine carriage bolt attaches to the frame the water from the road in everything shoots right up on it and rust this area where I had to work on this area and remove the bolts in the front there was so much rust that now the bolt cannot be reattached this would cause problems on the road if in a wreck it would fold up now I'm trying to find somebody to fix it. I have never had this issue with any of the cars I have previously worked on. The frame of a car should not rust out like this. Should b the last thing to rust out.the vehicle was stationary at the time was replacing sway bar components.
The frame to subframe areas that holds up motor and transmission rusted and broke loose. As I went over a large bump on a city street the whole subframe separated. I was on a buy here pay here loan from tnt motors in oregon illinois. The vehicle was returned to them and I'm worried they will try to put it back on the road
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 saturn vue. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to shamrock auto brokers, llc (322 b nh-104, new hampton, nh 03256, (603) 548-3165) to get the vehicle inspected, however the vehicle failed the state inspection. The contact was informed that there were perforations on the subframe due to rust. Greenwood auto (6 farrarville rd, belmont, nh 03220, (603) 528-0158) was contacted however, the dealer was no longer in business. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 169,540.
I was sitting in driver seat and I out my key in ignition and turned it to 1 past the acc and I was able to take my key out of the ignition while it still being turn to 1. While in park. I can also take my key out of ignition while it's running while in drive or park on the 1 mark after acc.
When traveling at 65 miles an hour on the freeway for an hour and a half and come to a complete stop whether it's in traffic or getting off the freeway the car suddenly jerks violently back and forth and clunking sounds like something is slipping the car will all of a sudden just died and stop running.by putting the car into neutral the car will come to a stop the jerking of the transmission releasing the gears
Takata recall my family and I were in a roll over accident on august 20th 2019 our airbags did not deploy at impact. We were in motion going 60mph on cournty road 799 going towards george west tx when my vehicle was headed towards a covert and jerked the wheel to the left to avoid the ditch but the steering wheel jerked back to the right sending us on the 2 side passenger wheels and then rolling over 3 times I blacked out and when we stopped the air bags still didnt deploy.
The key can be removed from the ignition when the ignition is not in the "off" position. There was a recall (#14v490000 on 08/08/2014) for 2002-2004 saturn vue vehicles manufactured september 11, 2001, to april 6, 2004, however, I have a 2005 saturn vue that has the exact same problem and there is no recall or remedy available.
The key will not turn in the ignition even after jiggling the steering wheel and flipping the key back and forth. When driving down the road your are able to pull the key out of the ignition and continue driving
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Questions about the 2005 Saturn Vue
Is the 2005 Saturn Vue reliable?
Owners have filed 170 complaints about the 2005 Saturn Vue, fewer than a typical Vue model year.
What is the 2005 Saturn Vue year score?
The 2005 Saturn Vue scores 81 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Saturn Vue: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2005 Saturn Vue?
Electrical system, with 72 complaints, typically around 80,844 miles. Next is transmission (30).
How many recalls does the 2005 Saturn Vue have?
No recalls on record.
What year does the Saturn Vue have the most electrical problems?
The Saturn Vue model years with the most electrical complaints are 2007 (128 complaints), 2003 (124 complaints) and 2006 (103 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 2005 Saturn Vue get?
Official estimates for the 2005 Saturn Vue range from 19 to 23 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.2L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 19-20 city and 25-27 highway.
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