2006 Saturn Vue problems
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Common 2006 Saturn Vue problems
The Saturn Vue 2006 is known for several common problems that have been reported by owners. One of the most significant issues is related to the engine, with numerous reports of rough idling, misfires, and harsh rattling noises coming from the engine bay. These problems were mainly centered on specific engines, such as the 2.4-liter hybrid engine and the 3.0-liter V6 engine. However, engines like the 2.2-liter EcoTec engine made by GM and the 3.5-liter V6 engine made by Honda were considered more reliable options with fewer reports of engine troubles.
Another common problem with the Saturn Vue 2006 is related to the steering knuckle, which was prone to separating from the control arm, triggering steering issues. This could cause the vehicle to drag to the side, and tie rod fractures were commonly caused by the steering knuckle issue. Although GM recognized this issue and issued a recall to address it, especially for older first-gen Saturn Vue models, steering problems can still pose a significant challenge in controlling the vehicle properly on a straight road.
In addition to engine and steering issues, the Saturn Vue 2006 has also faced complaints about rust and structural problems. Some owners have reported rusted-through front motor mounts, busted mounts due to undue stress, and a rusted frame near the rear wheel. These issues can compromise the safety and longevity of the vehicle, making it essential for potential buyers to thoroughly inspect the undercarriage before purchasing a used Saturn Vue.
Transmission issues are another common problem across Saturn car models, including the Saturn Vue 2006. Erratic shifting has been reported due to problems with the automatic transmission, which can lead to significant repair costs if not addressed promptly.
Lastly, the Saturn Vue 2006 has faced complaints about faulty valve cover gaskets, which can cause oil leakage. This issue is particularly prevalent in models from 2002 to 2004, but it can still affect later models.
In conclusion, the Saturn Vue 2006 has several common problems that potential buyers should be aware of, including engine issues, steering knuckle separation, rust and structural problems, transmission troubles, and faulty valve cover gaskets. Thoroughly inspecting the vehicle and addressing these issues promptly can help ensure a safer and more reliable driving experience.
What are the problems with a 2006 Saturn Vue?
Leaking Engine Valve Cover Gasket
One of the most widely reported 2006 Saturn Vue problems is its faulty engine valve cover gaskets, which tend to develop oil leaks. This issue is also common with the 2002-2003, 2005, and 2008 Saturn Vue.
How many miles will a 2006 Saturn Vue last?
As long as it is properly maintained and body damage taken care of 400 - 500k is not unreasonable. My Saturn developed a cracked head gasket at 300K +.
Does the 2006 Saturn Vue have a Honda engine?
V6 models received Honda's J35S1 engine and Honda transmission. This 3.5 liter engine and 5 speed transmission boosted performance over the prior V-6. It was an important selling point at the time. This V-6 engine was used in the Saturn Vue 2004 to 2007 model years.
Which Saturn Vue has transmission problems?
The 1st generation Vue (2002—2007) has 214 owner complaints, mostly about transmission problems.
2006 Saturn Vue car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Saturn Vue problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Electrical system problems
- Air bags problems
- Steering problems
- Power train problems
- Structure problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2006 Saturn Vue vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2006 Saturn Vue
The NHTSA has received 299 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2006 Saturn Vue. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2006 Saturn Vue vehicles.
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-02
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2006 Saturn Vue. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving 35 MPH, the vehicle shuddered violently. The contact's daughter lost control of the vehicle and drove off the road before coming to a complete stop. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who determined that the torque converter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 89,973. The VIN was unavailable.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-28
- VIN: 5GZCZ634X6S
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2006 Saturn Vue. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 43,097.
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-01-08
- VIN: 5GZCZ634X6S
- Components: STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The key can be removed from the vehicle while being driven. Also the ignition doesn't "click" off when vehicle is parked and key is removed causing the battery to drain. There have been several recalls for this issue but not with the 2006 year model. This is a dangerous problem and there are very limited resources to get it resolved.
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-04-07
- VIN: 5GZCZ53446S
- Components: STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: ignition gets stuck with key and locks steering wheel, now it wont shut off all the way to left and kills my battery looks like there has been MANY ignition issues and recalls with saturns which this is pretty important to have working to drive and be safe esp as a female in this world ..getting stuck or with a dead battery isnt good $300-400 at a gmc to fix this issue I feel personally this should be considered a recall fix
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-04-04
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 5GZCZ53486S
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: My power steering went out
STEERING,SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-12-02
- VIN: 5GZCZ63496S
- Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN
- Summary: My car is very rusted out,underneath the body and no one will work on my car because they feel it's a hazard to drive and work on. I went to an iron works shop and mechanic said it's a common problem with Saturn Vue's,I took it back to where I bought it because they knew it before I bought it . All they wanted to do was put me ina sports car,my car is a hazard to drive it plus I have 1 more year to pay for it. Seems like something could be done about this
SUSPENSION,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-06-01
- VIN: 5GZCZ53426S
- Components: SUSPENSION,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Stability Bar / Stabilizer Bar broke on the passenger side. Upon going to the salvage yard we found in almost all the same vehicles were broke in the same area on the same passenger side.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-08-01
- VIN: 5GZCZ33D56S
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Key keep getting stuck in Ignition switch and hard to take the key out the switch.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-05-19
- VIN: 5GZCZ534X6S
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The ignition was locked and key wouldn't go in, to get it to unstick I put key in as far as it would go and noticed I could start it without the key being fully inserted. This happened a few times before but this was the first time I realized I didn't need the key to be in the ignition to start nor does it need to be in the ignition to drive. I was able to reproduce problem in driveway. I made a video but think only photos can be uploaded
STEERING,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-05-19
- VIN: 5GZCZ53466S
- Components: STEERING,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
- Summary: THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS FLICKER OFF AND ON AND IT'S HARD TO STEER I LOSE POWER STEERING. *TR
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-05-03
- VIN: 5GZCZ53466S
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: WHEN MAKING A TURN (ANY DIRECTION) OR JUST TURNING STEERING WHEEL THE CAR WILL CUT OFF AND LOCK THE STEERING WHEEL WHILE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE TURN. THIS HAPPENED ON CITY STREETS OR HIGHWAY WHILE IN MOTION. *TR
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-09-10
- VIN: 5GZCZ23D56S
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: ENGINE GOES INTO 'LOW POWER MODE' RESULTING IN THE VEHICLE LIMPING ALONG. THIS CAN BE DANGEROUS BECAUSE WHEN IT GOES INTO THIS MODE NO MATTER HOW HARD YOU DEPRESS THE ACCELERATOR IT GOES NO MORE THAN 5MPH. THIS OFTEN OCCURS JUST AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE. THE SERVICE ENGINE SOON LIGHT AND THE LOW POWER MODE LIGHTS COME ON.
SUSPENSION,WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-09-25
- VIN: 5GZCZ23D16S
- Components: SUSPENSION,WHEELS
- Summary: WHILE DRIVE SOUTHBOUND IN THE MIDDLE LANE ON I-95 DURING MORNING RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC. I NOTICED A SLIGHT SHAKE IN THE STEERING FOR APPROXIMATELY 2 SECONDS BEFORE MY VEHICLE STARTED TO FISHTAIL TOWARDS THE LEFT AND RIGHT WITH TRACTOR TRAILERS ON BOTH SIDES OF ME. I PUSHED IN THE CLUTCH AND THE BRAKE AND PLACED MY VEHICLE IN NEUTRAL TO SLOW MY VEHICLE DOWN WHILE ATTEMPTING TO MOVE OVER TO THE RIGHT SHOULDER OF THE ROAD.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-08-04
- VIN: 5GZCZ33DX6S
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS
- Summary: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AFFECTED . SOME DASH PANEL LIGHTS NOT WORKING & AIRBAG LIGHT STAYING ON
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-08-05
- VIN: 5GZCZ63476S
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: THIS COMPLAINT IS IN ADDITION TO THE 284 HOWEVER, THIS CONCERNS UNIBODY RUST TO THE FRONT K MEMBER CAUSING SAFETY ISSUE AND FAILING INSPECTION. THE CAR WAS UNDER COATED. ACCORDING TO MY LOCAL MECHANIC AND BODY SHOP, THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM. WE CANNOT DRIVE THE CAR. REPAIR ESTIMATES EXCEED $10K. WHAT CAN NHTSA DO TO CORRECT TO CORRECT THIS MFR DEFECT. THE CAR SITS IN MY DRIVEWAY WITH VERY LITTLE USE.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-06-01
- VIN: 5GZCZ43416S
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: THERE IS A RECALL ON THIS VEHICLE, 2006 SATURN VUE FOR 2014 AND I WAS TOLD THIS CAN NO LONGER BE FIXED. IT IS A RECAL NUMBER 14506 AND I NEED TO KNOW WHERE I CAN GET THIS REPAIRED. I CAN REMOVE MY KEY WHILE THE IGNITION IS STILL RUNNING.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-02-07
- VIN: 5GZCZ63486S
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
- Summary: PURCHASED 2006 SATURN VUE REDLINE V6 3.5 AWD SUV USED ON FEBRUARY 5, 2019. SURPRISED DAYS LATER & SINCE TO SAFETY CONCERN INVOLVING BODY CONTROL MODULE. WITHOUT WARNING, LEADS TO LOSS OF POWER STEERING, INSTRUMENT PANEL GAUGES & LIGHTS, INTERIOR & EXTERIOR LIGHTING, DOME, HEAD AND BRAKE LIGHTS. SEEMS TO EFFECT ALL ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS UNDER CONTROL OF THIS MODULE, UNCERTAIN OF ALL INVOLVED. ASSUME THIS WOULD INCLUDE AIRBAGS AND OTHER SAFETY FEATURES. SUDDEN AND UNEXPECTED LOSS OF POWER STEERING LEADS TO POTENTIAL LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AT HIGH SPEEDS. INTERNET SEARCHES REVEAL COUNTLESS ENCOUNTERS BY OWNERS TO THIS SAME ISSUE. DURING COLD WEATHER ESPECIALLY, INITIAL START UP OF VEHICLE IN MORNING OR AFTER EXTENDED (FEW HOURS) PARKED, LEADS TO LOSS OF ALL ELECTRICAL POWER, 3 MINUTES AFTER START UP, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SEEMS POSSESSED. ALL LIGHTS, INTERIOR/EXTERIOR FLASH FOR SEVERAL MINUTES. AFTER, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON, BELIEVE CODE IS P0685. SEEMS TO INDICATE PCM. ALSO CAUSES LOSS OF POWER AFTER DRIVING FOR PERIOD OF TIME. I HAVE PERSONALLY LOST POWER STEERING AND ELECTRICAL POWER AT 65 MPH AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. NO SPEEDOMETER, NO ANYTHING. NEARLY LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE, NARROWLY AVOIDING HEAD ON COLLISION WITH CEMENT MEDIAN DIVIDER. CANNOT BELIEVE THERE IS NO RECALL! CANNOT BELIEVE THERE HAS BEEN NO FIX FOR OWNERS WITHOUT COST. WHAT WILL THIS TAKE? DEATH OF AN OWNER?
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-01-25
- VIN: 5GZCZ23D86S
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: ON MY 2006 SATURN VUE I HAD TO REPLACE THE ENTIRE FRONT BREAKING SYSTEM. PLUS THE MASTER CYLINDER TO THE BREAKING SYSTEM WITH LESS THAN 44,000 MILES ON THE VEHICLE. THE PROBLEM THAT THERE NO WARNING SYSTEM ON IT AT ALL. THE VEHICLE JUST STOP AND WOULD NOT GO AT ALL. IT JUST STOP DEAD. LUCKILY I WAS NOT ON THE INTERSTATE WHEN THIS HAPPEN, BECAUSE I WAS JUST GOING AND IT JUST STOP COMPLETE AND WOULD NOT MOVE AT ALL. TO ME THAT IS A SAFETY ISSUE TO ME. I FOUND OUT THAT THEY KNOW ABOUT THESE ISSUE WITH THE BREAKING SYSTEM DO NOT WANT TO DO ANYTHING ABOUT THEM EITHER. THAT IT INVOLVES VEHICLES FROM 2004 -2009. BECAUSE OF THEM USING CHEAPER PRODUCTS.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-01-22
- VIN: 5GZCZ23D863
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: THIS HAPPEN ON 2 DIFFERENT DATE. THE FIRST THAT THE MASTER CYLINDER FAILED AND HAD TO BE REPLACED AT ONLY 39,111 MILES ON VEHICLE ON 8/14/2018. THEN THE THING THAT HAPPEN IS THE VEHICLE JUST STOPPED AND WOULD NOT GO AT ALL. ENGINE WOULD RUN BUT WOULD MOVE UNTIL IT COOLED OFF THEN IT DID IT AGAIN AND THE PROBLEM WAS THE ENTIRE FRONT BREAKING SYSTEM HAD TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE OF FAULTY PRODUCTS USED. BRAKE ROTORS, BRAKE CALIPERS, HOSES AND ALL FLUIDS. THE THAT DID NOT WORK TOOK ANOTHER 2 WEEKS FOR THEM REDO THEM AGAIN BECAUSE ON GOING PROBLEMS HAS BEEN GOING WITH 2004-2009 SATURN'S. WHICH COST ME AROUND $1214.59.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-01-28
- VIN: 5GZCZ53426S
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: I BROUGHT MY CAR TO MY MECHANIC WHO THOUGHT I NEEDED MOTOR MOUNTS. IT TURNS OUT THAT MY WHOLE FRAME IS RUSTED. IT CANNOT BE FIXED. I'M LUCKY THE ENGINE DIDN'T FALL OUT. EVERYTHING IS ELSE IS WORKING FINE AND NOW I CAN'T EVEN SELL IT. IT SEEMS THAT THIS IS CLEARLY A DEFECT.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-09-11
- VIN: 5GZCZ33D56S
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 SATURN VUE. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, AN ABNORMAL CLICKING NOISE WAS HEARD FROM ALL FOUR DOORS AND THE INTERIOR DOME LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, WHEN THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO START THE VEHICLE, TWO SMALL LOCK ICONS DISPLAYED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO EAST HILLS CHEVROLET OF FREEPORT (42 EAST SUNRISE HIGHWAY, FREEPORT, NY 11520), BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100,000.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-12-31
- VIN: 5GZCZ33D96S
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: VEHICLE EXPERIENCED BURNING SMOKE EMISSIONS AND A BURNING ODOR FROM THE STEERING WHEEL / STEERING COLUMN AREA WHERE THE WIPERS AND SIGNAL LIGHT/HIGHBEAM HEADLIGHT SWITCHES ARE CONNECTED. THE SMOKE EMISSIONS AND THE BURNING ODOR APPEARED TO BE TRIGGERED BY THE TURNING SIGNALS OR FROM ACTIVATION OF THE HEADLIGHTS. FOR SAFETY PURPOSES, THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF AND PARKED; HOWEVER, THE HEADLIGHTS CONTINUED TO ILLUMINATE AFTER THE HEADLIGHTS WERE SHUT OFF. EVENTUALLY, THE CAR BATTERY DIED; BUT THE HEADLIGHTS CONTINUED TO ILLUMINATE; HEADLIGHTS WERE FINALLY EXTINGUISHED WITH DISCONNECTION OF BATTERY CABLE.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-11-01
- VIN: 5GZCZ53406S
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: I AM THE 2ND OWNER OF MY SATURN VUE 2006. SINCE I ACQUIRED THE VEHICLE I HAVE BEEN ABLE TO REMOVE THE KEY WHILE THE VEHICLES IS: RUNNING, STATIONARY OR DRIVING, IN-GEAR OR NOT. I'VE ALWAYS THOUGHT OF THIS AS A UNIQUE FEATURE (IT'S BEEN SURPRISINGLY HELPFUL!). TODAY I SAW SOMETHING ABOUT A "GM IGNITION SWITCH RECALL" (NO, I DON'T LIVE UNDER A ROCK, I JUST MISSED THIS). I ENTERED MY VIN AND IT DIDN'T COME BACK WITH A RECALL ASSOCIATED WITH IT, SO THIS MIGHT NOT EVEN BE AN ISSUE? I JUST WANT TO BE CERTAIN IN CASE THIS IS A DANGEROUS "FEATURE". THANK YOU FOR CHECKING FOR ME!
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-11-16
- VIN: 5G2C2634665
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: TAMARA RECALL. THE BACK DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR STOPPED LATCHING WHEN CLOSED. WHEN DRIVING, THE DOOR WILL RANDOMLY SWING OPEN. THE LATCH TO LOCK THE DOOR HAS TO BE MANUALLY TUNED AND THEN THE DOOR HAS TO BE HELD IN THE CLOSED POSITION AND LOCKED FROM THE INSIDE TO LATCH.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-10-03
- VIN: 5GZCZ63426S
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I HAVE AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS. THEY LOCK AFTER I SHIFT OUT OF PARK. I STARTED TO LEAVE MY YARD THE REALIZED I FORGOT SOMETHING IN MY HOME. PROCEEDED TO PARK. GOT THE ITEM AND TRIED TO PUT IT IN THE DRIVERS SIDE BACK SEAT AND THE BACK DOOR WOULD NOT OPEN EITHER FROM OUT SIDE NOR THE INSIDE. SO THAT IS WHERE IT IS TO DATE. CAR IN MY YARD SITTING STILL.
Negative 2006 Saturn Vue car reviews
Positive 2006 Saturn Vue car reviews
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Hi there! I just wanted to share my experience with my first car, a lovely red Vue that I affectionately named Lola. I had the pleasure of driving her for 5 wonderful years until a freak ice storm hit in 2016. Unfortunately, I lost control of the car while driving on a highway overpass at 50 mph and ended up hitting two concrete barriers before coming to a stop on the shoulder. Thankfully, the car's design, along with my seatbelt and airbag, saved my life. Although I did suffer a seatbelt burn and a large bruise on my chest, I am so grateful to be alive today!
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I purchased my first 2006 Saturn Vue five years ago and was so pleased with it that I recently bought another 2006 Vue. Both are all-wheel drive and come equipped with a smooth, powerful Honda V6 engine and drivetrain. GM only used the Honda drivetrain for two years in the Vue, 2006 and 2007, so those are the Vues you should consider. One has 106,000 miles on the odometer and the other has 121,000, which is low mileage for a Honda drivetrain! The V6 produces 250 horsepower and can go from 0-60 in an impressive 6.7 seconds! With many of today's mid-size or compact SUVs featuring a tapered roofline, the more squared off design of the 2006 Vue provides more space to transport tall objects. Despite Saturn's use of plastic fenders and door panels, these still look brand new on both vehicles 13 years later. Finally, as a resident of North Dakota, I am well aware of the challenges of cold and snow. The Vues are reliable starters and have exceptional traction on snow and ice. I highly recommend the Vue as an affordable vehicle to purchase and maintain.
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I am so glad to hear that your Jessica has been such a reliable and trustworthy vehicle for you all these years! It's amazing that you've been able to put almost 230K miles on it. I can understand why you would be sad to part with it when the time comes. Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us!
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I've owned many cars, but this is by far the best one I've ever had. Put Hankook tires on it and it will run forever. It's a great SUV - fast and powerful when needed!
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I just surpassed 200,000 miles and have only had to replace minor things that you’d expect at this mileage. She’s still going strong. I’d buy another.
Additional sources
More sources of information about 2006 Saturn Vue problems:
2006 Saturn Vue Problems and Complaints - 9 Issues
Top 2006 Saturn Vue Problems · Check Engine Light Due to Gas Cap Issue · Transmission Fault and/or Check Engine Light With Code P0716, P0776, P0717, P0777, ...
Electrical Problems on Saturn Vue? — Car Forums at Edmunds.com
Jul 11, 2009 ... 2: Instrument gauges not working or bouncing around. 3: Radio blinking off. 4: Turn signals don't work. 5: Turn signal activation disengages ...
Saturn Vue 2006 Idle Issue: Q&A on Engine Replacement Cost ...
Feb 3, 2013 ... To check for vacuum leaks, idle the engine cold and spray short burst of starting fluid on all vacuum and PCV hoses and the intake gaskets and ...
Saturn Vue Reliability and Common Problems - In The Garage with ...
Aug 3, 2023 ... One of the most widely reported 2006 Saturn Vue problems is its faulty engine valve cover gaskets, which tend to develop oil leaks. This issue ...
Common 2006 Saturn Vue Problems: Shuddering & Transmission ...
Oct 28, 2009 ... I have the shuddering problem in my 2006 Saturn Vue 2WD. I have read that it comes from a bad torque converter clutch.
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Are you having problems with your 2006 Saturn Vue?
Antwan Witting 2025-03-22
I've had my 2006 V6 Vue for about a year now, and it's my first SUV. I absolutely love the look of the vehicle, and so far, it's been performing great. One of the things I really appreciate is how it drives like a car. However, there is one thing that's been driving me crazy - the wind noise between 50-70 mph. It sounds like my window isn't rolled all the way up or maybe my door isn't completely closed. I'm hoping to find a solution for it soon, but until then, I'll just have to learn to live with it.
Gerard Spinka 2024-11-11
I am confident in my assessment that my Saturn SL1 was a reliable car, with only one issue occurring in its sixth year of use. However, my Vue, which I purchased new in December 2005, has already experienced the same problem twice in just two years. Despite taking it to the shop, the issue remains unresolved and I am left feeling frustrated. In addition, I have noticed other issues such as a feeling of instability when driving on the highway and a lack of heat in the driver's seat. As an expert in this matter, I believe it is important to address these issues promptly and effectively.
Monserrat Heathcote 2024-09-23
I had a previous VUE before purchasing this one. Unfortunately, it was involved in an accident that was not my fault and was totaled. However, I was impressed with the safety features of the VUE as I survived the accident with only minor injuries. That experience made me feel confident in purchasing another VUE, which is a 2006 model. Although I have had some issues with things falling off and interior stains, I still appreciate the car. If I had the chance to go back, I would choose the V6, leather seats, and AWD instead of the basic model. Overall, I recommend the VUE for its safety features and reliability.
Dennis Reichel 2024-08-20
It's great to hear that you have a dependable car! I understand that you bought it used from a dealer on the east side of Detroit and it originated in Kalkaska, MI. When you first bought it, there was a wobble in the front, but your mechanic was able to fix it by removing a few parts. That's fantastic news!
Albin Bernier 2024-07-29
In the first few months, I experienced some issues with the computer module, resulting in a loss of power in the vehicle. Fortunately, the warranty covered the $100.00 repair cost. Additionally, there was a squeaking noise in the front end, which was also covered by the warranty for $100.00. The front left wheel bearing and the rear right wheel bearing also required repairs, each costing $100.00. Although the computer module malfunctioned again, causing the truck to remain on until the battery died, I was able to get $100.00 back from the $400.00 repair cost. Currently, I am fixing the front rotors myself. I have noticed that the service department does not inquire about warranty coverage until after requesting a signature for the total repair cost.