2007 Saturn Vue hybrid problems

Common 2007 Saturn Vue hybrid problems

The 2007 Saturn Vue Hybrid has been reported to have issues with its electrical system, particularly with the battery and the dashboard. One owner reported that their car died while driving on the highway, with different engine lights coming on one at a time before the entire dashboard went dark and the driving lights went out. The mechanic was able to jump start the car and drive it without any engine lights on, but the owner is still unsure of what the problem could be.

The low voltage hybrid system (42v) in the Saturn Vue Hybrid requires respect and should only be diagnosed and repaired by technicians with hybrid training.

Another common problem with the 2007 Saturn Vue is airbag issues, with around one in three of the 308 National Highway Traffic Safety Administration complaints being related to airbags failing to deploy in an accident or deploying unexpectedly while driving at low speeds. These issues have been addressed with technical service bulletins, but not by recall.

Electrical systems make up nearly half of the Vue's total complaints on file with the NHTSA, with ignition problems leading the pack.

The hybrid model of the Saturn Vue has an additional issue with its traction battery, which is only built to last around eight to ten years or so and can cost as much as three grand to replace. This is almost the price of the car itself, making the hybrid model less cost-effective in the long run.

In summary, the 2007 Saturn Vue Hybrid has common problems with its electrical system, particularly with the battery and the dashboard, as well as airbag issues and steering complaints. The hybrid model also has an additional issue with its traction battery, which can be costly to replace. It is important to pay attention to details when diagnosing these problems and to seek the help of technicians with hybrid training for any repairs.

What is the problem with the Saturn Vue Hybrid?

Despite its high reliability rating, the Vue isn't perfect. Its most common problems include transmission issues, engine misfires, and ignition malfunction.

Is the 2007 Saturn VUE a good car?

Consumer Reports found the Saturn Vue to be a disappointment on every front. They didn't think the fuel economy was all that impressive in the hybrid model, they found the steering unwieldy, the seats uncomfortable, and the overall build quality poor.

What is the transmission problem on a 2007 Saturn VUE?

We have learned that some 2005, 2006, and 2007 model year Saturn VUE vehicles, equipped with a 5-speed automatic transmission, may have a torque converter condition that could result in a transmission vibration or shaking motion (judder) while driving at speeds between 20 and 45 mph (30 and 70 km/h).

How does a 2007 Saturn VUE hybrid work?

But like other hybrids, the Saturn Vue Green Line runs on a combination of gasoline and electric power, and the gasoline engine shuts down when the vehicle is stopping. When the driver presses the gas pedal to start off again, electric power alone briefly provides the initial movement while the 4-cylinder restarts.