2008 Saturn Vue Common Problems, Issues, Recalls, and Reliability - MyCarSpecs United States (2023)

  • 2008 Saturn Vue Check Engine Light Due to Gas Cap Issue

    A loose or worn gas cap may cause check engine light to illuminate. At this time, RepairPal cannot confirm a recall for this gas cap issue.

  • 2008 Saturn Vue Engine Oil Leak From Valve Cover Gaskets

    The engine valve cover gaskets may develop and engine oil leak. A burning smell may be noted from the engine area if the type of leak were to occur.

  • 2008 Saturn Vue Valve Cover Gaskets May Leak Oil

    A burning smell may develop due to an oil leak form one or both valve cover gaskets. Resealing the valve cover will generally correct this concern. However, the valve covers should be inspected and replaced if damaged.

  • 2008 Saturn Vue Flush cooling system every 60,000 miles

    GM recommends replacing the engine coolant at 100,000 miles; however, our technicians tell us that the coolant may become contaminated and require a complete cooling system flush every 60,000 to 70,000 miles.

  • 2008 Saturn Vue Inspect transmission/fluid every 30,000 miles

    You may be able to prevent transmission problems by servicing the transmission and inspecting the fluid every 30,000 miles. If the fluid is dark or burned then the transmission system should be completely flushed .

  • 2008 Saturn Vue A/C off for Engine Protection and Engine Reads Cold

    Saturn Vue gasoline only models may display the warning message "A/C off for Engine Protection" on the instrument panel. This may be accompanied by illumination of the check engine light and the temperature gauge reading cold at all times. This is a feature of the engine that is activated by the power control module when it detects the engine warming up too slowly. The OBD trouble code P0128 may also be stored.

    The cause is simply a worn out thermostat that stays open at all times, preventing the engine from reaching the proper operating temperature.

    Replacement of the thermostat will correct the issue.

  • 2008 Saturn Vue Flush brake fluid every 60,000 miles

    Brake fluid can become dirty and may cause problems in the brake system ; it should be flushed every 60,000 miles.

  • 2008 Saturn Vue Transmission Fault and/or Check Engine Light With Code P0716, P0776, P0717, P0777, P2714, P2715, and...

    Vehicles with a 6speed automatic transmission may develop one or more of the following faults related to a broken 35R clutch wave plate inside the transmission: Illumination of the Check Engine Light with code P0716, P0776, P0717, P0777, P2714, P2715, and/or P02723, loss of reverse gear, slipping or harsh 3rd or 5th gear shift. Removal and dis-assembly of the transmission will be required to replace the broken 35R wave plate. It is also extremely important that all debris from the failed part be cleaned from the transmission while it is disassembled in order to try and prevent future problems.

  • 2008 Saturn Vue The Check Engine Light With Code: P0011, P0014, P0021, P0024, P0341, P0346, P0336, and/or P0391

    Vehicles with certain V6 engines may illuminate the Check Engine Light one or more of the following codes: P0011, P0014, P0021, P0024, P0341, P0346, P0336, or P0391. Our technicians tell us that some vehicles may require a powertrain control module (PCM) software update to correct this issue. Other vehicles may have excess camshaft end play on one or both cylinder heads which will need to be corrected using special procedures outlined by GM.

  • 2008 Saturn Vue Check Engine Light Due to Gas Cap Issue

    A loose or worn gas cap may cause check engine light to illuminate.

  • 2008 Saturn Vue Inspect transmission/fluid every 30,000 miles

    You may be able to prevent transmission problems by servicing the transmission and inspecting the fluid every 30,000 miles. If the fluid is dark or burned then the transmission system should be completely flushed .

  • 2008 Saturn Vue Flush brake fluid every 60,000 miles

    Brake fluid can become dirty and may cause problems in the brake system ; it should be flushed every 60,000 miles.

  • 2008 Saturn Vue Flush cooling system every 60,000 miles

    GM recommends replacing the engine coolant at 100,000 miles; however, our technicians tell us that the coolant may become contaminated and require a complete cooling system flush every 60,000 to 70,000 miles.

  • 2008 Saturn Vue Check Engine Light and Trouble Filling Gas Tank

    The 2008 and 2009 Saturn Vue is known to have issues with the EVAP system, a part of your emission control system.

    The EVAP canister vent valve or valve solenoid wiring may fail causing illumination of the check engine light , setting code P0446 , and problems filling the tank with fuel.

    To correct the issue, the EVAP canister vent valve , solenoid, and wiring must be inspected. The most common fix is replacement of the wiring connector or replacement of the vent valve assembly.

  • 2008 Saturn Vue Replace spark plugs every 100,000 miles

    The spark plugs should be replaced every 100,000 miles. Our technicians recommend replacing the spark plug wires also at this time as well.

  • Saturn Vue 2008 Saturn Vue VS 2008 Dodge Caliber

    2008 SATURN VUE, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 141, 130 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    Choosing between these two, which is better? 2008 Saturn Vue: 141,130 Miles, transmission replaced (dealer says 90,000 on it) old transmission only went in reverse (scared because I do n..

  • Saturn Vue The Front Right Tire Is Flat

    2008 SATURN VUE

    related to tires, symptoms, flat

    My Saturn Vue was borrowed and towed. The front right tire is flat and turned at a strange angle and the car turns on, but doesn't move. What do you think happened? @media(max-width: 960px) {..

  • Saturn Vue Car Won't Go In Reverse. Throwing Codes P0700 And...

    2008 SATURN VUE, 80, 000 MILES

    related to trouble-codes, p-codes-powertrain, p0700-p0799, p0776

    Car won't go in reverse. Throwing codes p0700 and p0776. Does tranny need to be replaced? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Monday, April 8th, 2013 AT 6:49..

  • Saturn Vue Maintence

    2008 SATURN VUE, V8, AWD, AUTOMATIC, 22, 000 MILES

    related to body, wiper

    It is 2008 saturn vue xe, it is getting fixed the windshield wiper fluild line, and a window on the door, checking everything else, how long would it take? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { ..

  • Saturn Vue 2008 Saturn Vue Replaceing Mufflers

    2008 SATURN VUE, 89, 900 MILES

    related to exhaust, muffler, replace-remove

    I recently bought 2 glass packs for my 08 saturn vue xr I havent put them on yet because I wasn't sure if it would cause damage to anything I have two separate pipes that come out of my engine into ..

  • Saturn Vue Saturn Vue Running Lights

    2008 SATURN VUE, 4 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 36, 000 MILES

    related to exterior-light, running-light

    How do I replace burned out lightbulbs in the side low running lights in back of wheel wells? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Tuesday, January 4th, 2011 ..

  • Saturn Vue 2008 Saturn Vue Seat Belt Loose

    2008 SATURN VUE, 2WD, AUTOMATIC

    related to safety, seat-belt

    I own a 2008 Saturn Vue. The seat belts do not recoil very well and I would like to fix them myself. Does anyone know how? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } ..

  • Saturn Vue Tire Chains

    2008 SATURN VUE, AWD, AUTOMATIC, 52, 000 MILES

    related to tires

    2008 saturn vue red line awd. Need chains for all 4 wheels for mountain driving? What type recommended? US made only please. @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } ..

  • Saturn Vue Saturn Vue Tire Size Issue

    2008 SATURN VUE, 70, 000 MILES

    related to tires, size

    Tire size difference between manufacturers? If I buy just 2 new tires for front from different manufacturer than current worn tires will this throw off my computer system and show a fault like ABS f..

  • Saturn Vue AC Not Working And Cooling Fans Always On

    2008 SATURN VUE, 3.5L, V6, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 170 MILES

    related to engine-cooling, cooling-fan, not-working

    The AC in my car is only blowing hot air. I took it to an AC shop and they checked and said it is good on refrigerant but the compressor only turns on when it is jumped, it does not turn on when I ..

  • Saturn Vue All Of The Lights On The Dash

    2008 SATURN VUE, 6 CYL, FWD, AUTOMATIC, 79, 000 MILES

    related to interior, dashboard, light

    When I was driving home the other day, all of the dashboard lights came on, including traction, check engine, battery and everything else lit up. Now it wont start or even turn over. When we ho..

  • Saturn Vue Battery Light Came On While Driving

    2008 SATURN VUE, 3.4L, 4 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 200, 200 MILES

    related to warning-lights, battery-light

    I was driving home tonight automatic headlights were on the heat was on I had my phone plugged up charging and was playing music from my phone through my radio the battery light came on car was stil..

  • Saturn Vue Brake, ABS, Anti Skid Lights Staying On

    2008 SATURN VUE, 2.4L, 4 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 130, 000 MILES

    related to exterior-light, brake-light, stay-on

    Last week I turned the key on an the brake light, anti skid light, and ABS light came on. Mechanic said I needed a brake modular. Is it the same as an ABS modular and how hard it is to change out..

  • Saturn Vue Clunk Noise When Turning Wheel

    2008 SATURN VUE, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 182, 000 MILES

    related to general, noises, clunk

    My car has randomly made a clunk noise when turning left or right. I can feel the spot kind of click when turning the wheel in park, but it is much louder when in motion. It seems to be getting wor..

  • Saturn Vue Code P0301

    2008 SATURN VUE, 3.6L, 6 CYL, 2WD, 175, 000 MILES

    related to trouble-codes, p-codes-powertrain, p0300-p0399, p0301

    Code p0301 is popping up on my car along with the traction control light and stabilizer light is also on. Swapped fuel injectors and nothing changed spark plugs and nothing. I even bought a new spar..

  • Saturn Vue Code P0306 And P0449

    2008 SATURN VUE, 3.6L, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 120, 000 MILES

    related to trouble-codes, p-codes-powertrain, p0300-p0399, p0306

    P0306 indicates a misfire on cylinder six. I am having trouble finding an accurate diagram of the spark plug and coil setup, as O'Reilly's system indicates that a faulty spark plug or ignition coil..

  • Saturn Vue Power Steering Only Works When Vehicle Is Moving

    2008 SATURN VUE, 2.6L, 4 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 73, 000 MILES

    related to steering, steering-wheel

    I hear and feel a grinding when turning the wheel. @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Sunday, March 22nd, 2020 AT 5:23 PM ..

  • Saturn Vue Exhaust Leak

    2008 SATURN VUE, 1.4L, 4 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 80, 000 MILES

    related to exhaust, leak

    The exhaust pipe is leaking fluid, resulting in a loud noise. @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Monday, September 9th, 2019 AT 2:31 PM ..

  • Saturn Vue Fuel Gauge Always Reads Full

    2008 SATURN VUE, 3.5L, V6, AUTOMATIC, 170 MILES

    related to interior, instrument-cluster, gauges, fuel-level

    My fuel gauge seems to not be working properly, when I turn my car on, the gauge will go to full and it stays there all the time until I turn it off, the gauge goes to empty. It is always reading..

  • Saturn Vue Hood Release Cable Installation

    2008 SATURN VUE, 3.5L, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 114, 000 MILES

    related to body, hood, release, replace-remove

    I've got it off but can't locate the hole to thread it back into the engine bay. @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Friday, November 29th, 2019 AT 12:29 PM..

  • Saturn Vue Cannot Get Car To Start After Changing The Steering...

    2008 SATURN VUE, 3.5L, V6, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 124, 000 MILES

    related to steering, column, replace-remove

    Dash lights and things light up, but no crank no start. Please assist. All suggestions are appreciated. @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Friday, July 3rd..

  • Saturn Vue Only Passenger Side Rear Blinker Not Working

    2008 SATURN VUE, 3.6L, 6 CYL, 2WD, 224, 000 MILES

    related to exterior-light, turn-signal, not-working

    When turning on the blinker to the right side the dash indicator blinks normal for like three times then starts blinking fast. Assumed the bulb was bad. New bulb did not fix. The front right and fe..

  • Saturn Vue Opening The Hood Of My Car

    2008 SATURN VUE, 4 CYL, AUTOMATIC, 94, 000 MILES

    related to body, hood, open

    The lever to open the hood of my car broke. How do I open the hood of my car now? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Thursday, April 9th, 2015 AT 6:52 AM ..

  • Saturn Vue Humming From The Front Of Vehicle

    2008 SATURN VUE, 2.4L, 4 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 116, 000 MILES

    related to general, noises, hum

    Once I get between 30 and 40 miles it starts humming from the front of vehicle, at one time it stalled the gears wasn't shifting. I had to wait about 20 minutes and it was okay, 40 it gets a littl..

  • Saturn Vue Power Steering Does Not Work When Driving Less Than 20...

    2008 SATURN VUE, 2.4L, 4 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 79, 000 MILES

    related to steering, symptoms, not-working

    Works fine over 20 mph. What is the problem and how do I fix it? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Thursday, January 23rd, 2020 AT 4:57 PM ..

  • Saturn Vue Power Steering Fluid Change

    2008 SATURN VUE, 3.5L, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 165 MILES

    related to steering, fluid

    Hi, do I have to use any special power steering fluid for my car listed above XE model? Or can I just use any? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Tuesday, ..

  • Saturn Vue 2008 Saturn Vue Brake Light

    2008 SATURN VUE

    related to exterior-light, brake-light

    2008 Saturn Vue how to change a brake light @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Monday, April 26th, 2010 AT 3:19 PM ..

  • Saturn Vue Randomly Stalling, Code P0601

    2008 SATURN VUE, 3.6L, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 155, 678 MILES

    related to trouble-codes, p-codes-powertrain, p0600-p0699, p0601

    My car is stalling out randomly. The only engine code I am getting is a p0601 engine checksum error. Is there any way for me to find out what is causing it? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { dis..

  • Saturn Vue Using Different Size Tires

    2008 SATURN VUE, 3.5L, 6 CYL, AUTOMATIC, 165 MILES

    related to tires, size

    Hi, so I have a new set of 4 225/60/r16 tires and I would like to know if it is okay if I put them on my car which calls for 235/65/r16 without causing any damage to the vehicle? @media(max-wid..

  • Saturn Vue Codes P0137 And P0332

    2008 SATURN VUE, 3.5L, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 95, 000 MILES

    related to trouble-codes, p-codes-powertrain, p0100-p0199, p0137

    Codes P0137 and P0332 both indicate low voltage. What is common to Knock and B1 O2 Sensor 2? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Thursday, April 25th, 2019 A..

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