Is the 2007 Saturn Outlook reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Saturn Outlook?

The most-reported component is exterior lighting, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2007 Saturn Outlook have?

5 recalls on file for this model year.

2007 Saturn Outlook

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2007 Saturn Outlook
BUILT 2026-10-10

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 511
Recalls: 5
Investigations: 2
Top problem: Exterior lighting

Complaints per year

2007: 511 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2007	511
2008	633
2009	192
2010	16

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Exterior lighting

30% · 154 reports

Most commonly citing headlights.

FIREINJURY

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Tl*the contact owns a 2007 Saturn Outlook xr. The contact stated that the wiring harness in the headlights was melting, causing the headlights to malfunction.

NHTSA ODI report, 2010-11-30

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 Saturn Outlook. While driving 20 MPH, the contact noticed that the headlights were dim.

NHTSA ODI report, 2010-10-14

Power train

25% · 128 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and driveline.

CRASHFIRE

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Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Saturn Outlook. While driving approximately 40 MPH, the traction control indicator flashed. Also, the air conditioning blew out smoke and the transmission jerked. The vehicle was driven home.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-02-23

Also filed under Traction control system and visibility

Wife called me and said her car wouldn't move - belt problem? Had heard clattering and high pitched whine earlier and yellow check engine light came on. Was able to start car and shift it into reverse and drive.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-04-17

Also filed under Engine

Electrical system

23% · 115 reports

Most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel and wiring.

FIREINJURY

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The car just caught on fire. The fire started under the hood and in the dash. The front of the car burned up completely. The car is a total loss.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-05-14

Air bags

17% · 88 reports

Most commonly citing frontal and sensor/control module.

CRASHINJURY

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The contact owns a 2007 Saturn Outlook. The contact stated that the air bag, the traction control, and the electronic stability control warning lights were illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-11-07

Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc) and structure

I was driving my 2007 GM Saturn Outlook. The airbags all deployed at the same time. GM has had my car for investigation for over a month and refuses to pay for a rental. I have neck injury and have been undergoing physical therapy.

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-08-31

Steering

12% · 60 reports

Most commonly citing hose, piping, and connections and rack and pinion.

CRASHINJURY

Safety timeline

5 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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2007-02-22Air bags07V062000 On certain vehicles, the sensing and diagnostic module (Sdm), which controls the function of front air bags, may not operate properly. As a result, the front air bags may fail to deploy in a…

Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the sdm computer module. This recall began on February 22, 2007. Owners may contact GMC at 1-866-966-9463 or Saturn at 1-800-972-8876.

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2008-06-12Engineering analysisClosed 2008-09-08 Non-crash engine compartment fires
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2008-09-12Electrical system08V441000 GM is recalling 857,735 my 2006-2008 Buick lucerne; Cadillac dts; hummer H2; my 2007-2008 Cadillac escalade, escalade esv, escalade ext; Chevrolet avalanche, silverado, suburban, tahoe; GMC acadia…

Remedy: Dealers will install a wire harness with an in-line fuse free of charge. The recall began on September 12, 2008. Owners may contact Buick at 1-866-608-8080; Cadillac at 1-800-982-2339 or…

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2008-10-13Visibility08V410000 GM is recalling 88,809 my 2008 Buick enclave, and my 2007-2008 GMC acadia and Saturn Outlook vehicles currently or previously registered in the following states: Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut…

Remedy: Dealers will install a new wiper crank arm, driver's side link, and a crank arm nut. The recall began o October 13, 2008. Owners may contact Buick at 1-866-608-8080, GMC at 1-866-996-9463, Saturn…

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2010-06-11Electrical system10V240000 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…

Remedy: Dealers will permanently disable and remove the heated washer fluid module. An updated page for the owner manual will be provided and inserted in the owner manual to document that the feature has…

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2012-06-04Defect petitionClosed 2014-07-24 Loss of Headlamp Illumination
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2016-11-15Structure15V415000 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...

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the power liftgate actuator motor control unit so that the motor will prevent the rapid closing of the lift gate, free of charge. The recall began on November 15, 2016.

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Buy-smart checklist

2007 Saturn Outlook — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Exterior lighting: 154 reports on file for this year.
Power train: 128 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 115 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 07V062000 · Air bags
Recall 08V441000 · Electrical system
Recall 08V410000 · Visibility
Recall 10V240000 · Electrical system
Recall 15V415000 · Structure

FAQ

Is the 2007 Saturn Outlook reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Saturn Outlook?: The most-reported component is exterior lighting, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Saturn Outlook have?: 5 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-06 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.