2003 Saturn Vue Latches, locks and linkages Problems
- Complaints
- 13about this part
- Share
- 2%of 622 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 24,652miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 13 complaints about the latches, locks and linkages of the 2003 Saturn Vue, 2% of the 622 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 24,652 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“My complaints are several . All of which have been described in technicakl bulletins. I have had my vehicle back to the dealer no less than 10 times since I ourchased it. Now, I live with the issues because I can't afford to lose additional work , the worst problem is the vibration in the drivetrain at idle (when in drive and the vibration driving at 60-65. …”
NHTSA complaint #10056888, filed 2004-02, 1 miles“When it is either humid or rainy, driver's side door will not unlock from the inside. When I press the unlock button, it electronically switches between lock and unlock several times. The only way to get the door open is to hold it down the button in unlock mode, unroll the window and then I have to open it from the outside door handle. This has not been a safety issue yet, but I fear that it could become one if it gets any worse or if I ever had to get out of my car quickly. …”
NHTSA complaint #10238770, filed 2008-08, 96,000 miles“1) left passenger door flew open while driving 40 MPH down a surface street; 2) no door ajar system for passenger doors (only trunk and if a loose gas cap); 3) contacted Saturn, feel there 2003 Saturn VUE is safe without this feature. They will only take it under advisement. It is my responsibility to ensure the doors are closed. Unacceptable! Even my 8 year old ford aerostar van had that system; and, with kids it is necessary!”
NHTSA complaint #10072888, filed 2004-05, 9,305 miles“Automatic door locks would intermittently lock the doors which prevent the consumer from getting in or out of the vehicle. Dealer was notified. Dealer replaced the power door assembly, but problem recurred. Then, dealer was unable to resolved this issue.”
NHTSA complaint #10090092, filed 2004-08, 20 miles“Consumer stated the front door latches released from the inside of vehicle. Dealer has been contacted. The inside release handles failed. The only way to open the door was to reach outside the window and pull the door handle. The door was repaired three times.”
NHTSA complaint #10042477, filed 2003-11, 6,000 milesLatches, locks and linkages: other model years
Other parts of the 2003 Saturn Vue
316 complaintsElectrical system
124 complaintsEngine cooling
62 complaintsSuspension
48 complaintsSteering
45 complaintsAir bags
41 complaintsFuel system
33 complaintsEngine
29 complaintsBody and structure
23 complaintsBrakes
21 complaintsVehicle speed control
21 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
20 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2003 Saturn Vue
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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