2006 Saturn VUE Problems & Recalls
Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
Is this problem acknowledged?
The most-reported problem — Electrical System (28.3% of complaints) — recall and investigation status for this vehicle is currently unavailable.
Electrical System complaints here are 2.6× the median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.
| Complaint category | Reports | Official status | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 85 · 28.3% | not available | — |
| Air Bags | 76 · 25.3% | not available | — |
| Steering | 29 · 9.7% | not available | — |
| Power Train | 17 · 5.7% | not available | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 15 · 5% | not available | — |
| Air Bags:frontal | 14 · 4.7% | not available | — |
Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Complaints by component
Percentages are the share of the 300 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.
Recalls
No NHTSA recall campaigns are on file for this vehicle. New recalls can be issued at any time — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners report
“PROBLEM WITH THE IGNITION. IT'S VERY DIFFICULT TO START UP THE CAR WITH THE ORIGINAL CAR KEY.”NHTSA complaint 10474099 — filed 09/06/2012 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO TURN THE STUCK IGNITION SWITCH ON TO START THE ENGINE. IS MORE OF A PROBLEM IN HOT WEATHER.”NHTSA complaint 10464485 — filed 07/06/2012 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“2006 SATURN VUE. FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG INDICATOR LIGHT WILL NOT COME ON EVEN WITH A HEAVY PERSON. I WAS INFORMED IT WAS THE SEAT…”NHTSA complaint 10453967 — filed 04/03/2012 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Complaint trend by year filed
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Saturn VUE?
Electrical system issues are the most-reported category, cited in 85 of 300 NHTSA complaints (28.3%), followed by air bags (76), steering (29), power train (17). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many complaints does the 2006 Saturn VUE have?
300 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 18 involved a crash, 6 involved a fire, and 10 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.
Does the 2006 Saturn VUE have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns are on file for this vehicle. New recalls can be issued at any time — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Has NHTSA acted on the 2006 Saturn VUE's reported problems?
Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.
Is a complaint proof of a defect?
No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.
