Worst 2009 Saturn Vue Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Steering Defects
Electrical Faults
Transmission / Drivetrain
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2009 Saturn Vue.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering Defects | 37 | 1 | — | 82,668 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 32 | 1 | 1 | 59,801 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 14 | 2 | — | 86,319 mi | |
| Airbags | 10 | 5 | — | 69,543 mi | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 9 | — | — | 99,678 mi | |
| Brakes | 9 | 1 | — | 108,797 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 7 | 2 | 1 | 111,733 mi | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 5 | — | 1 | 59,903 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 5 | — | — | 101,981 mi | |
| Body Structure | 4 | 2 | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 3 | — | 1 | — | |
| Structural Problems | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Other Equipment | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Tires:Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition:Switch | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Latches / Locks | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Column | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Electric Power Assist System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Hose, Piping, And Connections | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Door | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 1 | — | — | — |
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2009 Saturn Vue — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2009 Saturn Vue reliable?
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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