2004 Saturn Vue Engine problems

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 saturn vue. While the contact's daughter was driving the vehicle, the key fell out of the ignition. The failure occurred more than twice while driving. In addition, the steering wheel made an abnormal squeaky and rattling sound while being turned. Excessive force had to be used to turn the steering wheel. Also, the check engine indicator was illuminated. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but the power steering and ignition failures were not diagnosed because they did not have the proper electric tools. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 250,000.

While my car is running I can't take my key out also when I turn my heater on my car will jerk etc

I pulled up to a stop sign and the engine died. When I turned the key, I could hear the pistons impacting the valves. The timing chain slipped and because this is an interference engine, it destroyed the engine. My mechanic has offered a remanufactured engine with a warranty for $3000+ or a used junkyard engine for $2000+. The vehicle is in excellent condition but will most likely need to be scrapped because it's not logical to spend that much money on a car that is only worth $1800. All of this after I've...

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 saturn vue. While driving at an unknown speed, an abnormal noise emitted from the engine without warning. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,200.

I can pull my key out of the ignition while it is running. I was told that my car does not have an active recall even though it is doing the same thing as the saturn vues they are recalling. *Tr

The vehicle was started in the morning to move it a short distance. Upon attempting to start the vehicle later in the morning, it was not possible to start the engine. It attempted to turn over and made some muffled noises and then would only crank with no sign of firing. Upon researching the issue it was determined that a timing failure was likely. Once the timing cover was opened it was discovered that the plastic chain guide had broken into four pieces. Additional damage included a partially sheared oiler...

I was on my way home in my 2004 saturn vue when a buck jumped out in front of me. I stomped on the brakes, however, I ended up hitting the buck (deer) that then ran away. My entire front in was smashed in, the air bags never deployed, the seat belts didn't lock when I stomped on the breaks. My daughter and I were both in the front seats and we both went forward messing up both of our necks and backs. *Tr

I took the vehicle to my auto repair shop because of the recent onset of an unusual rumbling sound when decelerating. After a test drive and inspection the mechanic wrote these comments on the repair invoice. "Determined front frame rusted through causing extreme movement of engine cradle and engine assembly. Unibody is rusted out. This vehicle is probably totaled and this information should be given to the nhtsa. Caution: this vehicle is dangerous to drive and should be taken off the street immediately." ...

I tried to restart my engine. Although it turned over, it wouldn't start. So I took my car to a certified mechanic, and he concluded that there has been a shortage in the system, which caused a fuse to be blown. He replaced the fuse, and my car still didn't start. After that, he used his diagnostic machine, and saw that I needed a new ignition switch, which is why it didn't start. *Tr

The transmission for my saturn vue (2004) was replaced in 2010 when my vehicle had 77637 miles. The transmission was replaced in 2010 after receiving a letter from saturn notifying of issue with intelligence (vti) transmission and my vehicle experiencing issues. My now second transmission is having the same problems the first transmission had. The mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle has said that it is not normal for a vehicle to have the same transmission issue and I know my family and friends have not experience...

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 saturn vue. The contact stated while driving 60 mph the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The dealer stated that the transmission would need replacing. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer of the transmission was no longer in business. The vehicle manufacturer was contacted but provided no assistance. The failure and the current mileage was 115,000. Updated 07/06/12 *bf the consumer also stated she returned to the dealer several times, to fix the fuel gauge problem. The check engine light illuminated, which turned out to be a faulty 02 sensor. Updated 10/02/12

The transmission is faulty, and costs more to repair than the price of the entire vehicle. *Tr

Timing belt broke and caused vehicle to stall while driving down the road at 45mph, this in turn caused major valve damage to vehicle. Poor engineer design/flawed. Still paying payments and now owe large repair bill. It was 1,500 mi out of extended warranty I purchased at the dealer. I have only owned the vehicle barely 2 years and it has been in for many misc. Repairs including both brake cylinders. *Tt

When the car is idling, the ac stops altogether. When the car is in motion, it sometimes works and sometimes does not. When it does work, it does run at full capacity and will sometimes even blow hot air even though the ac is turned on. It is hit or miss when turning the vent settings as it doesn't always redirect the air flow. Also, it is hit or miss for the ac to turn off when switched to the off position (hot or cold air may continue to blow). *Tr

I would like to file a complaint on my 2004 saturn vue. I have done a lot of looking around on the internet and found that there has been a lot of timing chain failures on the saturns. I recently had mine go out on my vue at 90,000 miles and am in the process of getting it fixed which could cost me upwards of $2,000. Is there any form of a recall o this and what are if any are my options for either saturn fixing it or reimbursing me any amount. Could you please contact me with any information you have . Thanks in advance for your help. *Tr

Repeated failure of ignition control module/coil pack on 2004 vue 2.2 Ecotec motor caused damage to catalytic converter and o2 sensor january 6, 2009 then again march 31, 2009. *Tr

Car had a strange ticking noise ,dropped the car off at saturn dealer ship and was told that I needed to replace a timing chain,for a fee of 1,000 dollars ,i searched nhtsa and found a recall exactly like this one but for a 2001 only. My car is a 2004 and only has 34,000 miles. *Tr

Saturn vue awd 2004 piston rod became bent , according to a mechanic that looked at the car, although there was plenty of oil in the cam case, the engine wil not run and needs to be replaced. I would like to know if there were any recalls on this model vehicle concerning the engine. *Tr

I have unfortunately owned my saturn 2004 vue for 2 years. The first 3 months of having it, after having to replace my 2003 vue for all the problems it had was in the shop the first 4 months of purchase. The power engine failure light would go on and I would lose all power to the car. They had no idea how to fix it. Then the back windshield shattered. The gas mileage is horrible and the whole gas tank and odometer has had to be replaced. I would feel the car up with gas and the odometer would go to full and move...

Chime sounds when starting vehicle and placing into reverse or drive. Car sometimes stalls when chime is sounding. According to manufacturer, the chime indicates a problem with the engine. According to manufacturer, saturn, it is covered by tsb 1700388. This has been going on since august of 2005. Increase in frequency and severity. Dealer unable to fix problem even when following tsb. *Nm

New 2004 saturn vue(2wd) with 3.5 Liter v6, purchased in july 2004 1st symptom: poor fuel efficiency 16mpg city instead of 20mpg; worse during rain 22-24mpg hwy instead of 28mpg; 19mpg overall average -dealer response normal for first 5k miles, I'm now over 8k 2nd symptom: engine backfires after cold start; worse during rain -dealer response no...

Engine stalled at various speeds, which was dangerous while on the road. Took vehicle to dealer for a check up, but the cause was undetermined.*Ak vehicle accelerated too fast when pressing gas pedal to start auto after stalling. *Bf *nm

New vehicle with less than 2,500 miles-2004 vue. They want to "fix" replace/repair engine failure. We know that other systems can/will be affected by total breakdown on interstate-immediate engine blow-no power etc. We are not satisfied with the "offer" of repair and minimum "warranty" coverage as "additionally courtesy offer". *Jb

I purchased a 2004 saturn view, new, august 21, 2004. On september 18, 2004 I drove through water on the road, ankle deep. The engine stopped, and it had to be towed. The car had 2,000 miles on it. The mechanic who was sent by saturn's 800 roadside assistance number looked at the car and said I probably burned out the alternator because it's on the bottom. He said the problem was to be rectified on the 2005 model. When I called the service department on 9/20 the service person (either jacob or brian) I spoke to...