Recalls (3)
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2008 Saturn Vue. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLE STICKS/BINDS
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- DRIVING WITH AN UNLATCHED DOOR COULD RESULT IN AN UNBELTED OCCUPANT FALLING OUT OF THE VEHICLE, CAUSING INCREASED RISK OF INJURY.
- Remedy
- 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.
POWER STEERING LINE NUT
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- THE FLUID COULD CONTACT HOT EXHAUST COMPONENTS RESULTING IN A POSSIBLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
- Remedy
- 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 CONTACT SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876 OR THROUGH THEIR WEBSITE AT <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM>HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM</A> .
TRANSMISSION CASE POROSITY AT PARK PAWL
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- IF THIS HAPPENS WHILE THE VEHICLE IS PARKED ON A NON-LEVEL SURFACE, THE VEHICLE COULD ROLL WITHOUT WARNING AND CAUSE INJURY TO PEOPLE IN ITS PATH.
- Remedy
- 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> .
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Owner complaints (406)
406 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The power train is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 406 |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 120 | 29.6% |
| Electrical system | 88 | 21.7% |
| Steering | 86 | 21.2% |
| Unknown or other | 44 | 10.8% |
| Engine | 38 | 9.4% |
| Air bags | 25 | 6.2% |
| Service brakes | 22 | 5.4% |
| Vehicle speed control | 18 | 4.4% |
| Electronic stability control | 15 | 3.7% |
| Structure | 15 | 3.7% |
How 2008 compares with other Vue years
Best and worst Vue years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 167 | 2 |
| 2003 | 622 | 1 |
| 2004 | 276 | 2 |
| 2005 | 170 | 0 |
| 2006 | 300 | 0 |
| 2007 | 286 | 0 |
| 2008 | 406 | 3 |
| 2009 | 118 | 2 |
| 2010 | 6 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 28 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,400
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 317 g/mi
- EPA class
- Sport Utility Vehicle -
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 28 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 / 32 / 28 | $2,400 | 317 |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 22 | $3,050 | 404 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 19 | $3,550 | 468 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 16 / 24 / 19 | $3,550 | 468 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 22 / 18 | $3,700 | 494 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 22 / 18 | $3,700 | 494 |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 17 | $3,950 | 523 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2008 Vue for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2008 Saturn Vue FAQ
How many recalls does the 2008 Saturn Vue have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 09V233000 (latch), 08V470000 (steering), 08V200000 (power train). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2008 Saturn Vue problems?
Owners filed 406 complaints with NHTSA. Power train (120), Electrical system (88), Steering (86) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2008 Saturn Vue get?
EPA rates the 2.4 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic version at 25 city, 32 highway and 28 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2008 Vue compare with other years?
Among the 2002–2010 Saturn Vue model years at least five years old, the 2010 drew the fewest complaints (6) and the 2003 the most (622). The 2008 drew 406. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.