NHTSA recall 08V470000
Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections
Saturn Vue
The defect
Gm IS recalling 42,408 my 2008-2009 saturn vue vehicles. some of these vehicles have a condition in which the nut securing the power steering line to the power steering pump may loosen. if this were to occur, there may be a power steering fluid leak.
The risk
The fluid could contact hot exhaust components resulting in a possible engine compartment fire.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect the nut securing the power steering line to the power steering pump. if there are no signs of a fluid leak, dealers will tighten the nut. if a fluid leak IS present, dealer will tighten the nut and check the fluid level. the recall began on september 26, 2008. owners may contact saturn at 1-800-972-8876 or through their website at <a href=http://www.gmownercenter.com>http://www.gmownercenter.com</a> .