2008 Saturn Vue Reliability ReportKeepScore 68/100 · top failure points · buy or avoid
Quick Facts · 2008 Saturn Vue
- Scores 14 points below the strongest nearby year — the 2006 Saturn Vue earns a 82.
- The system most likely to surface first: engine (3.6l v6 ly7) (major severity).
- Has 3 NHTSA recalls on record — the most notable involves the latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch.
2008 Saturn Vue: Buy or Avoid?
The 2008 Saturn Vue presents a practical and affordable option for a compact SUV, but it carries a moderate risk profile primarily due to its powertrain variability. While some configurations offer solid dependability, the common 3.6L V6 and its corresponding automatic transmission can lead to significant and costly repairs. Proceed with caution, focusing on specific engine choices and a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
Biggest Strengths
- Comfortable ride quality for its class
- Spacious and practical interior design
- Affordable purchase price on the used market
2008 Saturn Vue — Known Trouble Spots
The systems that break first on the 2008 Saturn Vue. Mileage windows, repair costs, and fix-before-you-buy notes are in the full report.
Safety Recalls on the 2008 Saturn Vue
3 recalls on record from NHTSA. Check your VIN atnhtsa.gov to see if the repair was performed.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
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.
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
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.
What breaks on the 2008 Saturn Vue?
Full reliability breakdown — engine, transmission, rust, electrical. With repair costs and mileage danger zones.
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Saturn Vue — Year-by-Year Comparison
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