The contact owns a 2009 Saturn Vue. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel became inoperable. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the steering wheel became difficult to turn and was inoperable while attempting to reverse. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 113,000.
2009 Saturn Vue steering problems
38 complaints (32% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 88,700. 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 38
- of this car's complaints
- 32%
- typical mileage
- 88,700
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
- Hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections1
- Electric power assist system1
- Column1
At what mileage
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Saturn Vue steering problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2009 Saturn Vue steering
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Steering: linkages: knuckle: spindle: arm
- What is wrong
- Gm is recalling 2,149 my 2009 saturn vue vehicles. Some of these vehicles may have been built with an incorrect right and/or left front steering knuckle. As a result of the incorrect knuckle and resulting inadequate clearance, the tie rod ball stud could pull out of, or fracture, the tie rod housing. This could cause the tie rod to separate from the knuckle.
- Risk
- Although steering control of the vehicle could be maintained after a tie rod separation by the unaffected wheel on smooth roads or during light braking, with more significant suspension or braking inputs, the affected wheel could turn out and skid. If a vehicle built with two incorrect steering knuckles had both tie rods separate at the same time, steering control of the vehicle would be lost, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the steering knuckles and, if necessary, replace the steering knuckle(s) and tie rod(s). The recall began on december 8, 2008. Owners may contact saturn at 1‑800‑972‑8876 or through their website at http://www.gmownercenter.com .
Recall number 08V616000 · Recall details
Steering: hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections
- What is wrong
- Gm is recalling 42,408 my 2008-2009 saturn vue vehicles. Some of these vehicles have a condition in which the nut securing the power steering line to the power steering pump may loosen. If this were to occur, there may be a power steering fluid leak.
- Risk
- The fluid could contact hot exhaust components resulting in a possible engine compartment fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the nut securing the power steering line to the power steering pump. If there are no signs of a fluid leak, dealers will tighten the nut. If a fluid leak is present, dealer will tighten the nut and check the fluid level. The recall began on september 26, 2008. Owners may contact saturn at 1‑800‑972‑8876 or through their website at http://www.gmownercenter.com .
Recall number 08V470000 · Recall details
What 2009 Saturn Vue owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Vehicle has lost power steering. Difficult to steer especially in reverse and sometimes in turning left. If wheels are not completely straight, you have turn with all the strength you can muster. Reluctant to turn left unless you have twice as much time as you should need to avoid an accident.
The power steering goes out especially at lower speeds are from take off ,it takes every thing you have to turn wheel it has almost caused me two accidents, fluid level is fine, makes no unusual noise steering just goes out making it very dangerous to turn to the right are left & very difficult to turn from a complete stop .No one has figured the problem out & its my only vehicle there is definitely a Manufacture problem with the steering in this vehicle
the car stable trak light comes on for service then the power steering service light comes and I lose power steering and power of my car this happened at 60mph on the highway, shut the car off for 5 mins and everything went back to normal then it happened again proceeded to do the same thing and it went back to normail
Vehicle has a high whining sound especially when turning as well as when vehicle is in motion you can tell something is not right with the steering almost like it's getting stuck in either direction
Care was parked in store parking lot. When I attempted to remove the key from the ignition, key would not move from acc to park. Car would start, but no matter what I tried, I could not remove the key. Drove to dealer who told me it was the shifter. Gave me a work-around: move automatic gear to m (manual) then push up hard to p (park.). The key could then be removed. This poses a safety issue if work-around was not known. There's a danger to leaving the car, unable to lock it and running the battery down. If the car had been in a crash with the need to immediately leave the vehicle, there would be a risk to passengers, nearby pedestrians, other drivers and property. When I called the dealer to confirm service needed and set an appointment for service, I was told that I should not wait and come in immediately.
The electric power steering quits several times during a 2-3 mile trip. The wheel is extremely hard to turn but does pivot the front tires. It takes a lot of force to turn the wheel.
Key would not come out after putting car in park. Took it to myers autoworld, they found the shifter switch was bad.
While driving power steering went out. Difficult to control or turn wheel. Almost had an accident. Fortunately was driving 25mph on city street would have been much worse if on interstate.
"takata recall" I have a 2009 saturn vue I loose my power steering at low speeds while turning right or left. It takes two hands and very difficult to turn.
Questions about the 2009 Saturn Vue steering
Does the 2009 Saturn Vue have steering problems?
Owners have filed 38 complaints about the steering of the 2009 Saturn Vue, 32% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 2009 Saturn Vue steering problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 88,700 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2009 Saturn Vue steering?
Yes, 2 recalls: 08V616000, 08V470000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Saturn Vue have bad steering?
The Saturn Vue model years with the most steering complaints are 2008 (86 complaints), 2003 (45 complaints) and 2009 (38 complaints).
Other 2009 Saturn Vue problems
Electrical 35Transmission 14Airbags 10Brakes 10Engine 10Driver assistance 9Body 8Lights 6Acceleration 5Visibility 4Tires 3Suspension 2Locks 1Seat belts 1Wheels 1
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