2005 Saturn VUE Saturn VUE 2005

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2005 Saturn VUE repairs by problem area

Engine (24%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (14%)

Brakes and Traction Control (12%)

Suspension and Steering (22%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (17%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)

Other (6%)

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2005 Saturn VUE body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (50%)

< $100 (50%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2005 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV

250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD

74000 mi

US $200
Side panel on driver seat broke for the third time. The driver side seat control panel crushes the foam when you swing out to exit vehicle. It also breaks off the tiny plastic stand-off that holds it to seat frame. Replaced it and seat cushion.  
100000 mi

US $125
Replaced both headlight assemblies due to fogging. 
91000 mi Moon roof was leaking water. Roof was realigned and water channel tube was unclogged 
124000 mi

US $439
Technecian had not corrected secured hood prop in holder resulting in severe rattle at idle. 

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2005 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV

250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD

43000 mi

US $45
Sun roof needed adjustment due to air leak. 

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2005 Saturn VUE 4dr SUV

143-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

162000 mi Extreme water leak causing the interior lights, and security system to malfuction. Leak coming from not sure, hasen't rained since then. 

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2005 Saturn VUE Body Problems

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