2009 Saturn Vue Steering Problems
NHTSA has 38 owner complaints about steering problems in the 2009 Saturn Vue, 32% of all 118 complaints for this model year. That is #2 highest steering complaint count among 6 Vue model years. These complaints report 1 crash and 1 injury. Median mileage at failure: 88,895 miles.
- Steering complaints
- 38
- 32% of 118 complaints
- All complaints this year
- 118
- Crashes reported
- 1
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 1
- Median mileage
- 88,895 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
When 2009 Saturn Vue steering complaints were filed
First complaint Sep 21, 2012, latest Oct 7, 2025.
Steering recalls for the 2009 Saturn Vue
- NHTSA 08V616000Nov 24, 2008Steering2,149 vehicles
Steering:linkages:knuckle:spindle:arm
Gm is recalling 2,149 my 2009 saturn vue vehicles. Some of these vehicles may have been built with an incorrect right and/or left front steering knuckle. As a result of the incorrect knuckle and resulting inadequate clearance, the tie rod ball stud could pull out of, or fracture, the tie rod housing. This could cause the tie rod to separate from the knuckle.
Risk: Although steering control of the vehicle could be maintained after a tie rod separation by the unaffected wheel on smooth roads or during light braking, with more significant suspension or braking inputs, the affected wheel could turn out and skid. If a vehicle built with two incorrect steering knuckles had both tie rods separate at the same time, steering control of the vehicle would be lost, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the steering knuckles and, if necessary, replace the steering knuckle(s) and tie rod(s). The recall began on december 8, 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> .
- NHTSA 08V470000Sep 17, 2008Steering42,408 vehicles
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.
Risk: 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> .
Steering complaints by Vue model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- Does the 2009 Saturn Vue have steering problems?
- NHTSA has 38 owner complaints about the steering in the 2009 Saturn Vue, 32% of all complaints for this model year, including 1 that report a crash. Median mileage at failure is 88,895 miles.
- Which Saturn Vue year has the most steering complaints?
- The 2008 Saturn Vue has the most steering complaints (86), compared with 38 for the 2009.
- Is there a steering recall for the 2009 Saturn Vue?
- Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns for the 2009 Saturn Vue concern the steering: 08V616000 and 08V470000.