Model year guide

2008 Saturn VUE

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2008 Saturn VUE is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 221 on record.

2008 Saturn VUE at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints406
Typical price$5,828

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2008 Saturn VUE recalls 3

Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch NHTSA Campaign #09V233000 · 25/06/2009

GM IS RECALLING 44,451 MY 2008 SATURN VUE VEHICLES WITH BODY COLOR OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLES. THE OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLES MAY STICK OR BIND. IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR, THE DOOR MAY NOT LATCH WHEN CLOSED.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLES WITH CHROME DOOR HANDLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE AUGUST 18, 2009. OWNER MAY CONTACT SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876 OR AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.

Steering:hydraulic Power Assist:hose, Piping, And Connections NHTSA Campaign #08V470000 · 17/09/2008

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.

Fix: 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 CO…

Power Train:automatic Transmission NHTSA Campaign #08V200000 · 05/05/2008

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.

Fix: 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 <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM>HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM</A> .

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2008 Saturn VUE common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 406 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.

2008 Saturn VUE safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2008 Saturn VUE 4-DR w/SAB (Later Release). Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

What's a 2008 Saturn VUE worth?

Low
$3,800
Typical price
$5,828
High
$7,900

From 221 comparable 2008 Saturn VUE listings.

2008 Saturn VUE trims & engines on record

Trims
XE · XR · Red Line
Engines
3.6L 6-cyl · 2.4L 4-cyl · 3.5L 6-cyl

2008 Saturn VUE vehicles on record

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Other Saturn VUE model years

2009 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002

2008 Saturn VUE — frequently asked questions

Does the 2008 Saturn VUE have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2008 Saturn VUE. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Saturn VUE?

Based on 406 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are steering, power train, electrical system.

What is the 2008 Saturn VUE safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2008 Saturn VUE crash-test ratings of frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

How much is a 2008 Saturn VUE worth?

Comparable 2008 Saturn VUE listings run roughly $3,800–$7,900, typically around $5,828 (from 221 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.