2007 Saturn Vue: check engine light

Filed Mar 26, 2019 · Driver assistance, Electrical · PA

When turning the car on;, the exterior and interior lights flicker,the radio turns off and on, the lights on the dashboard that show mileage flicker, power steering is off, windows do not go up or down and locks do not unlock. Takes 10-15 mins for car to stop flickering and power to be restored to car, before then you cannot drive it. Abs light and check engine go on and off intermittently . Car battery has died 3 times. I have been late for appointments, late for picking my children up and getting them from school, due to waiting for the car to stop flickering and malfunctioning. This has been ongoing daily, and it was not able to be fixed yet.I do not have a picture, but I will take pic/video if you need one

Filed May 18, 2018 · Electrical, Engine · 180,000 miles · VA

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 saturn vue. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled and lost power. The contact restarted the vehicle and it functioned normally. After starting the vehicle, the check engine indicator illuminated. While attempting to shift into drive, the gear failed to shift even though the gear indicator displayed that the vehicle was in drive. The vehicle was taken to sears auto center where it was diagnosed that there were electrical failures. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 180,000.

Filed Feb 22, 2017 · Electrical, Engine · 146,500 miles · TX

My key would not come out of ignition, had to drill out ignition cylinder and replace housing also. Had to get a mechanic to key the cylinder and now the lights, A/C, and radio do not work after engine starts until it runs for about 8 minutes. Then everything works, but the check engine light stays on, the engine runs good, until it sits parked overnight and have to do it again the next day. Also had to replace the alternator. Still doing the same. Had it parked for abot two months and just start it and run the engine to preseve the battery. Use other vehicle instead.

Filed Nov 30, 2016 · Airbags · 150,000 miles · CA

Air bag malfunction indicator light for the driver is on intermittently while driver is in the seat, the car is on, and operating. There seems to be no rhyme or reason to when this problem occurs. This has been happening for the last 6 months or so.

Filed Jun 29, 2015 · Electrical · 103,000 miles · WI

2007 saturn vue the passenger side air bag light went on and I was told that it has to do with the heated seat malfunctioning. They say that the air bag won't work if the seat doesn't work ...... They say it will cost about $900 to fix....... This week, we found out that the ignition cylinder needs to be replaced because the car is not registering the keys, and it is not allowing the car to be started. In addition, the check engine light is now on and the engine is "running lean" I feel that the air bag problem and the ignition problem should be under recalls for sure

Filed Feb 12, 2015 · Electrical, Fuel system · 126,680 miles · CA

Brought my 2007 saturn vue to repair a powerful gasoline smell around the rear of car, near gas cap. Said it would cost $332 to lift out fuel tank to see where the problem was. 4 hours later, mechanic said the tank was drenched with gasoline because the lines to the fuel pump were crimped and cracked so there was gasoline leaking out. (wonder why I was refueling so often?) I need a new fuel pump costs $600. I'll be sure to use my 10% off coupon. The worst part was no engine light ever came on to warn me!!!! Also within the last 10 months, I have had the battery replaced, 2 new lift gates, brakes and new tires. I have always been good about oil changes/maintenance but I guess new cars are only supposed to last 10 years. Bummer!

Filed Aug 8, 2014 · Electrical, Visibility · 135,000 miles · IL

My driver side window doesn't go down unless I slam the door. The air bag light on the passenger side goes on when no one is in the passenger seat. Sometimes the traction control light will stay on. The check engine light goes on and off at strange times. The oil change light keeps going on when the oil has just been changed.

Filed Jun 2, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · 86,591 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 saturn vue. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the road. The vehicle did not restart. The vehicle was towed an independent mechanic who did diagnostic testing, however could not duplicate the failure. The contact also stated that the engine light continuously illuminated in the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, who replaced the fuel emission cap but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 86,591. Updated 9/11/14*cn updated 1/20/2015

Filed Apr 1, 2014 · Engine · 99,960 miles · GA

I went outside on a cold morning and attempted to crank my 2007 saturn vue. The engine would not start. I had it towed into a shop and was told that the timing chain snapped which caused engine failure. I took it to another shop for a second opinion and they said the same thing and that it would cost over $5,000 to repair it. I've done research since then and apparently gm has had this issue with saturn vues before. Timing chains are not designed to wear out, particularly not at under 100k miles. My vehicle was well maintained. I had no prior indication that anything was wrong, no check engine light or anything. It I had been driving when it snapped it could have been extremely dangerous or fatal. This is a safety issue and gm should take measures to prevent this from happening. There have been recalls issued on saturn vues with similar issues in the past, but clearly the recalls need to be expanded to include the 2007 model year and any other years affected. Thank you.

Filed Jul 17, 2013 · Engine, Transmission · 89,000 miles · MI · crash

I bought this 2007 saturn vue v6 awd in july 2012 from brighton ford, brighton mi noticed a slight vibration when test driving. Less than a week after I buy it the AC goes out, and the shuttering gets worse. Take it back to them to look at and get referred to a tire shop. Was told the AC coil had a huge leak, and was probably "topped off" at by the dealer and that there was some tire wear issues. Brighton ford refused to fix anything. Drive it for about a year the shuttering gets worse and worse take it in to bud kouts chevrolet, lansing, mi for a check engine light that came on, it was because of a miss fire in two of the cylinders. Told them about the shuttering, was told nothing was wrong. 28 days later I have a tire explode, told there was nothing wrong. Take it back after finding a huge hole in the shock absorber casing. This time speaking with the dealership owner directly, after two days they finally found the cause of the shuttering, a bad torque converter. They admitted that this is an issue on the these vehicles, but still want about $2000 to fix it. If there is not a recall on this there should be. I will never by a gm made vehicle again. I've owned three now and have had nothing but problems with them. The subaru I owned had well over 200,000 miles and no issues the same goes for a mazda I owned.

Filed Dec 10, 2010 · Electrical · 60,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 saturn vue. The contact stated that the after starting the vehicle, the check engine light was illuminated. The contact proceeded to drive the vehicle for a shirt period of time. The contact then decelerated to a traffic stop when the vehicle stalled. He was able to restart the vehicle as it resumed normal operation. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed that the hybrid battery would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the battery being on back order. The failure and current mileage was 60,000. Updated 01/18/11 *bf the consumer stated the vehicle has not been repaired. The vehicle stalled in the middle of an intersection. Updated 02/07/11

Filed Nov 12, 2010 · Electrical · 50,822 miles · FL

Severe problem with hybrid / electrical system impairing safety, use and value of the vehicle. Began with engine shutting down and restarting itself - lurching forward when it does - despite pressure on the brake. At a later date noticed a strong odor consistent with an electrical fire inside the vehicle cabin. On another occasion the engine shut down losing all power and vehicle functionality - including power steering and other vehicle systems. The vehicle would not restart. On the most recent occurrence the vehicle shut down, restarted itself and the check engine light and battery light came on yet again. The vehicle then proceeded to shutdown again three more times while enroute to the dealership for the attempted repair under warranty. Since february 2010, the hybrid batteries have been replaced twice and the ECM reprogrammed three times, the starter generator / alternator has been replaced and the starter generator control module relay has been replaced. The problem with the hybrid / electrical system still has not been isolated or resolved - despite an eight year, 100,000 mile warranty from the manufacturer and now assumed by general motors. At this point the vehicle has been taken to the saturn and gm dealers for service on the hybrid / electrical system a total of 6 times in the past 10 months. The vehicle has been out of service now for the last 26 days and is still at the dealership trying to be repaired.