Model year guide

2010 Saturn VUE

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2010 Saturn VUE is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2010 Saturn VUE — representative photo
Representative photo

2010 Saturn VUE at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints6

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2010 Saturn VUE recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2010 Saturn VUE.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2010 Saturn VUE common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

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.
Visibility/wiper
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

2010 Saturn VUE safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Frontal — driver★★★★★
Frontal — passenger★★★★★
Side — front seat★★★★★
Side — rear seat★★★★★

Rollover risk: 15.9% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2010 Saturn VUE 4-DR w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 1095

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 1095.

This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

Bulletin PIP4902W · Sep 2026

This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.

Bulletin PIT3271Q · Apr 2026

This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect.

Bulletin PIP6104 · Mar 2026

This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

Bulletin PIP4902V · Mar 2026

This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

Bulletin PIP4902U · Jan 2026

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts that are being performed on customer’s vehicles that exhibit vibration conditions without utilizing the support of General M…

Bulletin PIT5214G · Nov 2025

New Vehicle Monitoring Programs Section in IVH

Bulletin 13598 · Sep 2025

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an intermittent no crank, no start, or start stall concern with the security light coming on. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes B3055, B3060,…

Bulletin PIC5650M · Aug 2025

This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.

Bulletin PIP5601C · Jul 2025

This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

Bulletin PIP4902S · Jun 2025

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the VUE FWD/AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

About the Saturn VUE

The Saturn Vue is a compact SUV that was built and marketed by Saturn, and it was Saturn's best-selling model. It was the first vehicle to use the GM Theta platform when it was introduced in 2001 for the 2002 model year. The Vue was facelifted for the 2006 model year. A second generation model was launched in 2007 for the 2008 model year as a rebadged Opel Antara.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2010 Saturn VUE vehicles on record

Other Saturn VUE model years

2010 Saturn VUE — frequently asked questions

Does the 2010 Saturn VUE have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2010 Saturn VUE. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Saturn VUE?

Across all 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, engine, visibility/wiper.

What is the 2010 Saturn VUE safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2010 Saturn VUE crash-test ratings of frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

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