2008 Saturn Outlook Problems: 3 Known Issues

2008 Saturn Outlook Problems: 3 Known Issues | Au7o

NHTSA Recalls10 recalls

STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 Buick Enclave vehicles manufactured January 3, 2007, to February 29, 2012, 2009-2012 Chevrolet Traverse vehicles manufactured July 6, 2008, to March 9, 2012, 2007-2012 GMC Acadia vehicles manufactured September 15, 2006, to February 29, 2012, and 2007-2010 Saturn Outlook vehicles manufactured August 17, 2006, to March 18, 2010. The affected vehicles, equipped with the power liftgate option, have gas struts that hold the power liftgate up when open. These struts may prematurely wear and the open liftgate may suddenly fall.

Campaign #15V41500030/06/2015

SEAT BELTS

General Motors is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 Buick Enclave vehicles manufactured April 14, 2008, through May 14, 2014, Chevrolet Traverse vehicles manufactured June 6, 2008, through May 14, 2014, and GMC Acadia vehicles manufactured April 9, 2008, through May 14, 2014, and 2009-2010 Saturn Outlook vehicles manufactured April 14, 2008, through March 18, 2010. In the affected vehicles, the flexible steel cable that connects the seatbelt to the front outboard seating positions may fatigue and separate over time.

Campaign #14V26600020/05/2014

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 Buick Enclave and GMC Acadia and 2009-2013 Chevrolet Traverse and 2008-2010 Saturn Outlook vehicles. In the affected vehicles, increased resistance in the driver and passenger seat mounted side impact air bag (SIAB) wiring harnesses may result in the SIAB and seat belt pretensioners not deploying in the event of a crash.

Campaign #14V11800017/03/2014

SEAT BELTS

GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE, BUICK ENCLAVE, GMC ACADIA, AND SATURN OUTLOOK VEHICLES. THE SECOND ROW SEAT SIDE TRIM SHIELD RESTRICTS THE UPWARD ROTATION OF THE SAFETY BELT BUCKLE WHEN THE SEAT BACK IS RETURNED TO A SEATING POSITION AFTER BEING FOLDED FLAT. IF THE BUCKLE CONTACTS THE SEAT FRAME, ADDITIONAL EFFORT IS REQUIRED TO RETURN THE SEAT TO A SEATING POSITION. IF SUFFICIENT FORCE IS APPLIED, THE BUCKLE COVER COULD BE PUSHED DOWN THE STRAP, EXPOSING AND PARTIALLY DEPRESSING THE RED RELEASE BUTTON.

Campaign #10V37500012/08/2010

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2009 BUICK, LUCERNE; CADILLAC DTS; HUMMER H2; MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 BUICK ENCLAVE; CADILLAC CTS; MODEL YEAR 2007-2009 CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV, ESCALADE EXT; CHEVROLET AVALANCHE, SILVERADO, SUBURBAN, TAHOE; GMC ACADIA, SIERRA, YUKON, YUKON XL; SATURN OUTLOOK; AND MODEL YEAR 2009 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A HEATED WASHER FLUID SYSTEM (HWFS). A RECALL WAS IMPLEMENTED IN 2008 TO ADD A FUSE TO THE CONTROL CIRCUIT HARNESS TO ADDRESS THE POTENTIAL CONSEQUENCES OF A PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD (PCB) ELECTRICAL SHORT. HOWEVER, THERE HAVE BEEN NEW REPORTS OF THERMAL INCIDENTS ON HWFS MODULES AFTER THIS IMPROVEMENT WAS INSTALLED. THESE INCIDENTS RESULTED FROM A NEW FAILURE MODE ATTRIBUTED TO THE DEVICE'S THERMAL PROTECTION FEATURE. THE SIGNIFICANCE VARIES FROM MINOR DISTORTION TO CONSIDERABLE MELTING OF THE PLASTIC AROUND THE HWFS FLUID CHAMBER.

Campaign #10V24000004/06/2010

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common Saturn Outlook problems?

According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2008 Saturn Outlook has 3 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Outlook Power Steering Assist Loss — GM Special Coverage 14329, Washer Fluid Heater Circuit Board Short — Fire Risk Recall 08V441, Heated Washer Fluid Module Fire Risk — Recall 10V240000. Of these, 3 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

Is the Saturn Outlook reliable?

The 2008 Saturn Outlook has 3 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 3 issues are rated critical: Outlook Power Steering Assist Loss — GM Special Coverage 14329 and Washer Fluid Heater Circuit Board Short — Fire Risk Recall 08V441 and Heated Washer Fluid Module Fire Risk — Recall 10V240000. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.

How much does it cost to fix common Saturn Outlook problems?

Repair costs for known Saturn Outlook issues range from $0 to $1,400, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, Outlook Power Steering Assist Loss — GM Special Coverage 14329, typically costs $0-$1,400 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.

What is the 2007-2010 Saturn Outlook Outlook Power Steering Assist Loss — GM Special Coverage 14329?

GM Special Coverage Adjustment 14329 extends warranty to 10 years / 150,000 miles for power-steering pump wear on 2007-2010 Saturn Outlook, 2007-2011 GMC Acadia, 2008-2011 Buick Enclave, 2009-2011 Chevrolet Traverse. The pump wears internally, causing intermittent drop in hydraul… Repairs typically run $0-$1,400. Severity: high.

What is the 2007-2008 Saturn Outlook Washer Fluid Heater Circuit Board Short — Fire Risk Recall 08V441?

If your 2007 or 2008 Outlook was equipped with the optional heated wiper washer fluid system, it falls under NHTSA recall 08V441000. The defect is inside the washer fluid heater itself: the printed circuit board can short, and that short overheats the control-circuit ground wire… Severity: high.

What is the 2007-2009 Saturn Outlook Heated Washer Fluid Module Fire Risk — Recall 10V240000?

If your 2007-2009 Saturn Outlook was ordered with the heated washer fluid system, it falls under NHTSA recall 10V240000. The heated washer module's printed circuit board can short. GM addressed that in a 2008 recall by adding a fuse to the control circuit harness, but thermal inc… Severity: high.

2008 Saturn Outlook Problems: 3 Known Issues

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2007-2008 Saturn Outlook: Washer Fluid Heater Circuit Board Short — Fire Risk Recall 08V441#

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2007-2009 Saturn Outlook: Heated Washer Fluid Module Fire Risk — Recall 10V240000#

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2007-2010 Saturn Outlook: Outlook Power Steering Assist Loss — GM Special Coverage 14329#

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What is the 2007-2010 Saturn Outlook Outlook Power Steering Assist Loss — GM Special Coverage 14329?

What is the 2007-2008 Saturn Outlook Washer Fluid Heater Circuit Board Short — Fire Risk Recall 08V441?

What is the 2007-2009 Saturn Outlook Heated Washer Fluid Module Fire Risk — Recall 10V240000?