The problem
GM is recalling 2,149 my 2009 Saturn vue vehicles. Some of these vehicles May have been built with an incorrect right and/or left front steering knuckle. As a result of the incorrect knuckle and resulting inadequate clearance, the tie rod ball stud could pull out of, or fracture, the tie rod housing. This could cause the tie rod to separate from the knuckle.
The risk
Although steering control of the vehicle could be maintained after a tie rod separation by the unaffected wheel on smooth roads or during light braking, with more significant suspension or braking inputs, the affected wheel could turn out and skid. If a vehicle built with two incorrect steering knuckles had both tie rods separate at the same time, steering control of the vehicle would be lost, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the steering knuckles and, if necessary, replace the steering knuckle(s) and tie rod(s). The recall began on December 8, 2008. Owners May contact Saturn at 1-800-972-8876 or through their website at http://www.gmownercenter.com .
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 08V-616 (08V616000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 08389 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Steering › Linkages › Knuckle › Spindle › Arm |
| Report date | November 24, 2008 |
| Owners notified | December 8, 2008 |
| Vehicles affected | 2,149 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the steering
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 08V-616 repair free?
Yes. Saturn dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the steering knuckles and, if necessary, replace the steering knuckle(s) and tie rod(s). The recall began on December 8, 2008. Owners May contact Saturn at 1-800-972-8876 or through their website at http://www.gmownercenter.com .
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 2,149 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.