2008 Saturn VUE Hybrid
Only 11 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 11
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2008: 11 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 26 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 7 |
Known problem areas
Only 11 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
6 of 11 total reports mention: electrical system.
Show complaint excerpts
After stopping to park the ignition switch cannot be turned to the off position nor can the key be removed. The car cannot be turned off as the key is stuck in the "On" Position.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-05-21
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 Saturn VUE Hybrid. While driving approximately 55 MPH, the contact stated that the electrical system failed without warning. The vehicle was repaired by an authorized dealer.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-12-03
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 Saturn VUE Hybrid. The contact stated that the vehicle would move into hybrid mode and suddenly shut off whenever the vehicle was stopped. The vehicle seemed to try and restart although the engine was already on.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-10-12
Power train
3 of 11 total reports mention: power train.
Electronic stability control (esc)
2 of 11 total reports mention: electronic stability control (esc).
Air bags
2 of 11 total reports mention: air bags.
Steering
1 of 11 total reports mentions: steering.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2009-03-10Preliminary evaluationClosed 2009-07-02 Outside door handles stick unlatched
Buy-smart checklist
2008 Saturn VUE Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Electronic stability control (esc): 2 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2008 Saturn VUE Hybrid 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 2008 Saturn VUE Hybrid?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 55% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2008 Saturn VUE Hybrid have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.