NHTSA Data Explorer
Saturn Outlook
Data refreshed May 30, 2026
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Complaints
1,352
Active records
Recalls
10
Active records
TSBs
1,398
Active records
Filing history
Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.
Reported severity
Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.
Deaths
0
Injuries
21
Crashes
16
Fires
32
Top reported issues — Saturn Outlook
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Condition issue
Thermal issue
Operating state
Lighting behavior
Reporting mechanism
Transmission/drivetrain behavior
Safety restraint issue
Fluid issue
Performance issue
Electrical issue
Steering behavior
Noise
Engine behavior
Driver assistance issue
Vibration/harshness
Access/entry issue
Powering on/off behavior
Starting behavior
Safety restraint behavior
Smell
HVAC behavior
Infotainment behavior
Recent change
Wiper/washer behavior
Braking behavior
Ride/handling behavior
Communication/network issue
Recent filings
The 10 most recent filings for each type.
2007 SATURN OUTLOOK
Filed Jul 3, 2025
Passenger headlight dim. Grand Street Batteey and Electric replaced bulb and states voltage to connector is good.the vehicle is available for inspection. Headlight is not bright enough to utilize at night as it should be for owner or traffic. No warning lamps light up on instrument panel.
2007 SATURN OUTLOOK
Filed Nov 7, 2024
The contact owns a 2007 Saturn Outlook. The contact stated that the air bag, the traction control, and the electronic stability control warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that after opening the liftgate with the power liftgate button, the liftgate unexpectedly lowered, and struck her on the head. The contact stated that the failure had occurred twice. The contact had head pain, but medical assistance was not required. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent…
2008 SATURN OUTLOOK
Filed Oct 30, 2024
Transmission is failing. Reverse is slipping. Low torque trying back up inclines. Known problem with 2008 Acadia, Enclave, Traverse & Outlook per transmission shop who test drove and scanned. No code via dashboard, but scan tools and professional diagnostics verify failure. Techem has been replaced in February 2019, by GM service @ owners expense when forward drive failed.
2009 SATURN OUTLOOK
Filed Oct 7, 2024
The contact owns a 2009 Saturn Outlook. The contact stated that stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made an abnormal sound and stalled. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to veer to the side of the road. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the timing belt had failed and needed to be replaced. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that…
2007 SATURN OUTLOOK
Filed Jan 20, 2024
When it's cold I get frost inside my vehicle I replaced my windshield because I thought air was getting inside to cause the frost but after getting it replaced same issue water is leaking in and causing moisture and causing my vehicle not wanting to start because it's doing something to the battery
2009 SATURN OUTLOOK
Filed Dec 23, 2023
I was driving and my car started to lurch and went into reduced power mode. I quickly pulled over and turned off the engine. It was towed into the shop, and we found that the timing chain had broken. We had just had our engine mounts replaced and the oil changed. The vehicle has been well maintained. I have seen the issue with the timing chain failure is a common problem in Saturns/GM from internet research. It looks like there was a service bulletin to bring the car in if Service light comes…
2008 SATURN OUTLOOK
Filed Nov 14, 2023
Over this summer I went to start my truck and all the airbags pop out expect for the steering wheel air bag and dashboard air bag
2008 SATURN OUTLOOK
Filed Oct 3, 2023
This has been a big problem for all Saturn owners. The transmissions are always going out in them. This transmission is starting to slip. I’m surprised there is no recalls. Very disappointed.
2007 SATURN OUTLOOK
Filed Jul 8, 2023
I HAVE A WIRE THAT BURNED-OUT AND IT CONTROLS MY WINDOWS, SUNROOF,MY AC CONTROLS, AND THEN ALSO MY TRANSMISSION IS SHUTERING
2009 SATURN OUTLOOK
Filed Mar 6, 2023
UNKNOWN We have only had this vehicle for approximately 4 months and have had soon many issues but the electrical system has been a problem non stop