2003 Saturn VUE review from North America
"Totally unreliable"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
My 2003 Saturn Vue is a perfect example of extreme engineering failure. Before reaching 50,000 miles it developed severe ball bearing and engine gasket failure, air conditioning compressor needed replacing followed by a wobbly, hesitant transmission which the dealer neglected to acknowledge. Of course this was followed by the notorious VTI transmission self destruct demolition properties. I am waiting for my third transmission at 78,000mi. The transmission experts are aware and have reassured me to keep expecting more bizarre self demolitions of this VTI transmission. I hope I can join a class action suit to repair the harm. Saturn needs to make retributions. (egutierrezmd@yahoo.com)
General comments?
The car is beautiful, looks brand new, has leather seats sun roof and many luxury extras. It has a smooth an quiet ride as if a luxury sedan which is unusual for a small SUV. It is unfortunate that GM again decided to equip it with bad transmissions.
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| A waste of money for JUNK! |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2003 |
| Year of manufacture | 2002 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
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| Distance when acquired | 4 miles |
| Most recent distance | 78000 miles |
| Previous car | Volvo Volvo |
| Date of Entry | 27th August, 2006 |