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Recall 08V-470

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 2008 to 2009 Saturn Vue: Steering (hydraulic power assist, hose, piping, and connections).

At a glance

Campaign number
08V-470
Reported
September 17, 2008
Vehicles affected
42,408 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

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 fix

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-[removed] or through their website at <a href=[link removed] .

Notes from the manufacturer

GM recall no. 08284.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to <a href=[link removed] .

Affected vehicles