The contact owns a 2008 Saturn Vue. The contact stated that the transmission felt like it was slipping while driving at various speeds. The transmission failed to shift gears or lock into the desired gear. The contact had not taken the vehicle to be diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 22,000.
2008 Saturn Vue: complete transmission failure
28 of the 406 complaints about the 2008 Saturn Vue describe complete transmission failure.
- owner complaints
- 28
- of this car's complaints
- 7%
- typical mileage
- 71,693
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 55 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Complete transmission failure by model year
What owners say
Engine light is on. Have been told by several mechanics that the transmission needs to be replaced. Several years ago spent over &1000.00 on it ( transmission) at a gm dealer only to have the issue to still exist. Never buying a gm vehicle again.
I just bought an 08 saturn vue v6 xr with the 6 speed automatic 94k miles and I’ve been reading a lot of complaints about the 3-5 wave plates I where the transmission won’t shift out of first gear when the car is warm. I experienced the first signs of it the day I bought it and took it to the shop and they said it was just the sensor but after I got it back I had the same problem and the shop said the whole transmission needs to be replaced which is a 3-4k job. Gm does not take responsibility for it although many many many people have had the same problem and it leaves people like me stuck with no solution as I had just spent all my money buying the car.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 saturn vue. While the vehicle was stationary and while driving various speeds, the transmission failed. While the vehicle was stationary in the park position, the vehicle rolled forward. The contact applied the brake pedal to stop the vehicle. While the vehicle was stationary in the reverse position, the vehicle was able to move partially and stopped. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to move any further in the reverse position. In addition, the rpms increased rapidly on more than one occasion and the vehicle would not accelerate beyond 30 MPH. A dealer and the manufacturer were not made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.
Was driving at about 20 MPH and it stuck in first gear. Check engine light came on and it won't shift gears. I am now without a car. Its code po700 and po752. The first is transmission controller and the later is shift solenoid. Typically happens when wave plate breaks. Car is paid for and I like it. Cannot afford to replace transmission. I am disabled now without wheels and no way to fix it. Is it a recall? Can the agency help fix it?
Needed a new transmission now every time I kill the engine I have to start the vehicle with a jump starter camshaft and timing advances problems
Traveling at 80 MPH on interstate, stepped on gas to change lanes, and engine revved, but no power to move. Had to run off of the highway onto the grass berm. Before that happened, the steering wheel had been acting strangely - much vibration and play. My sister and I could have been killed had the car overturned or something at that speed. Now I am told the car needs new transmission, struts, and power steering issue still being looked at. Can I get any help from gm dealer with this dangerous issue. I read that these exact issues affected my model and year, with recalls. Please investigate and advise.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 saturn vue. While driving approximately 10 MPH, the vehicle shook and lost power. The check engine, traction control, and anti lock brake system indicators illuminated. The vehicle was pulled into a parking space and restarted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who replaced and reprogrammed the ECM. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure recurred after one and half years. The vehicle was taken to a different dealer where it was diagnosed. The dealer replaced the transmission solenoid control circuit and reprogrammed the transmission module. The failure mileage was 56,178.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 saturn vue. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the rpms suddenly increased, but the vehicle failed to accelerate. The check engine light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the transmission failed and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 63,000. Updated 11/29/16*lj
Car has 40000 miles on it . Lost reverse gear and has trouble shifting gears. Is in shop. Told we need to replace transmission. Problems occurred while driving.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 saturn vue. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse the vehicle, the transmission became inoperable as an unknown warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the transmission failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure and the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 08v200000 (power train). The failure mileage was 200,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 saturn vue. While driving approximately 45 MPH, the speed of the vehicle decreased to approximately 10 MPH. The check engine warning light illuminated and the contact noticed a burning odor. The contact maneuvered to the emergency lane and shut the vehicle off. The vehicle was able to restart, but the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and diagnosed as a transmission failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 73,400.
Service bulletins that may apply
- This service bulletin provides information on some vehicles that may rock or move slightly forward or...
- This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.
- This service bulletin provides information on RDM Axle Ratios for AWD Vehicles for Vibration Diagnostics...
- Power train
- This service bulletin provides information on OEM and Remanufactured Engine and Automatic...
- Power train
- This Warranty Admin service bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required...
- This bulletin provides information on Policies Applicable to All U.S. Dealers for Engine and Transmission...
Related recalls
Power train: automatic transmission
- What is wrong
- Gm is recalling 26 my 2008 saturn vue vehicles equipped with a 6t70 6-speed automatic transmission. Some of these vehicles have a condition in which the transmission case side bore that holds the park pawl pivot pin may have a casting porosity. This condition, coupled with normal operating stresses, could lead to failure, eliminating the ability to secure the transmission in 'park' position.
- Risk
- If this happens while the vehicle is parked on a non-level surface, the vehicle could roll without warning and cause injury to people in its path.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the transmission free of charge. The recall began on may 5, 2008. Owners may contact saturn at 1‑800‑972‑8876, or through their website at http://www.gmownercenter.com .
Recall number 08V200000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2008 Saturn Vue transmission failure
Is complete transmission failure a common problem on the 2008 Saturn Vue?
28 of 406 owner complaints about the 2008 Saturn Vue (7%) mention complete transmission failure. The model year with the most reports is 2003.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2008 Saturn Vue?
There is 1 recall and 55 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2008 Saturn Vue
Check engine light 32Power steering loss 23Door locks 19Airbag light 17Stalling 17Won't shift 16ABS 14Won't start 14Loss of power 13Engine failure 12Steering lock-up 12Wipers 12Slipping 10Headlights 9Fire or smoke 8Jerking 8Hesitation 7Warning lights 6Adaptive cruise 5No deployment 5
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