Saturn Vue Noise, Rattles and Vibration
I have a 2006 Saturn Vue and if drive with the sunroof open and the driver side window open I get periodic thumps or knocks from below the front seats or the dashboard (not really sure where it is coming from).
If I open additional windows or close the driver side window it goes away. I am sure it is an air flow issue.
Anyone else experience this?
If I open additional windows or close the driver side window it goes away. I am sure it is an air flow issue.
Anyone else experience this?
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It now seems that I have a rare problem. You sound like you have my answer.
Thanks So Much
Now I've become hyper-sensitive to the road noise under the car,too, especially on the highway. I have to turn the radio up really loud to counteract the noise. The tires are still new and the tire place said upgrading from the factory installed Bridgestones wouldn't improve the noisiness of the car. Any magic solutions to all my woes? I'm really not a whiner! I loved this car when I bought it.
Umm... come drive my Geo Tracker Convertible for a week and when you get back into your VUE you will fall in love with it all over again. Road noise.. ha. (just kidding of course)
bumpy roads... Any ideas??
My noise is only in the winter and I haven't heard of anyone having a cradle replaced.
WE BROUGHT THE CAR SEVERAL TIMES ALREADY FOR THE SAME PROBLEM, WE PAID $$ TO HAVE THE CAR SERVICED AT A SATURN LOCATION, ONLY TO HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM COMING BACK AGAIN AND AGAIN.
THE CAR MAKES A LOUD NOISE WHEN IT'S MOVING ABOVE 25-40MPH.
NO NOISE WHEN THE ENGINE RUNS AND THE CAR IS NOT MOVING.
THE NOISE IS COMING FROM THE FRONT RIGHT SIDE OF THE CAR.
THIS IS VERY FRUSTRATING AS WE PAID TOP $$ TO SATURN SERVICE CENTER AND THEY COULD NOT FIXED THE PROBLEM. THE CAR IS STILL UNDER WARRANTY FOR A FEW MORE MONTHS.
DO WE NEED TO TURN TO SATURN USERS GROUPS ON THE INTERNET TO ASK FOR ADVICE? OR IS THERE A BETTER WAY FOR ONE SATURN TECHNICIAN TO ADDRESS THIS PROBLEM WITH OUR 2005 VUE V6- AWD.
THANKS.
A couple of the latest ones are:
When driving the vehicle for about 30 minutes a squeal would start and progressively get louder. After many trips to the dealer it was finely discovered that it was the carrier bearing. Problem fixed, warranty
New problem, all of a sudden my side mirror adjuster stop working as well as the door unlock mechanism. I think that these is a connected problem, maybe a bad fuse.
Then there is another noise. This seems like more of a vibration. It usually happens when the air conditioning is on. It kind of sounds like going over rough road, even though driving on very smooth surfaces. It only last a few seconds then stops.
So I have an appointment tomorrow morning. I am thinking that at least one thing will be fixed. The vibration is probably going to take time
I have a saturn vue 2003 4 cyl2.2. its got 75000 miles on it. has been running great till lately i hear a sound which is a continuous goonnn sound comes at speed of 30 and persists till the speed is below 30. No sound when the car is idling. I recently had an oil change, I use synthetic 5/30 mobil. can anyone help me. I need directions so that when i go to the mechanic they dont rip me off and i know exactly what to ask
Thanks
Rag
Good Luck,
John
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Try driving without the air on. It might be the air conditioning unit. That was my problem. No sound during idle, but started up once I started increasing my speed. It was a VERY annoying. I drive with my air on (cool & heat). Anyway, drive around with it off and see if the sound continues. If that is the sound then it is the a/c clutch or the a/c compressor. It was several visits and my complaining that they figured out what the problem was even though I initially complained about hearing the sound with the air on. This was a big pain in the ...... to get the dealer to finally fix. After paying for several wrong repairs, they finally fixed it without cost.
good luck.
Also on a side note.. I had it in the shop already for the Main computer going down twice, two wheel bearings, and the tires lasted no time at all, 20,000 miles....
Thank you
Just after 25K miles use and nearly 2 years use, I hear excessive hissing sound from passenger side mirrors. Anybody experiencing, any suggestion or recommendation.
I'm worried about air noise and water leakage if not done correctly. Could be a continuous headache for me.
My other option is going with a 2009 and eat the $2,000.00 incentive.
What are your opinions?
thanks for helping
Thanks,
Jim
However, when I travel over 50km/h, I hear a consistent hum as the air passes over the windshield. I also hear some noise coming from the driver's side door but noticed some of the rubber had become loose. I figured if I reattach the piece at the door, that noise should disappear.
Has anyone had any success with reducing or eliminating the constant humming as the air passes over the windshield? I don't believe it is caused by the windshield wipers or the roof rack.
Other than this issue, I have no other complaints and love the power I get from the Honda engine!
Any information I receive would be greatly appreciated!
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I tried the tape but unfortunately, it didn't take away the noise.
I was able to contact the original person who leased the Vue and she said that the noise was there from the start. She admitted that she just didn't realize it was so bad until she got another vehicle.
Has anyone else noticed the pronounced wind noise when travelling on the highway? Are there any other ideas on troubleshooting the root cause and how it can be fixed?
Brian
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Thanks again for your help,
Brian
2006 model is great and fun to drive, I think mainly two reasons: Engine and Transmission from Honda (similar in use with Acura).
Noise is troublesome and as per dealer this is design deficiency or GM does not care. There is no wonder people are less interested in buying GM vehicles as reliability for the life of vehicle is not there.
Well, I think I may have figured out the source of the wind noise - when I was barbecuing dinner! While outside, the wind was blowing quite a bit and I heard the "humming or buzzing" noise that I had heard while previously driving.
As it turns out, it appears to be coming from the roof (luggage) rack. As the winds swirled around, the sound would increase and decrease accordingly. For now, this mystery has been solved!
Thanks again for you insight!
Brian
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I have been getting excellent service for my 2005 FWD Vue at a Chevrolet dealership. After all, the Equinox and Vue are almost identical.
Give it a try, you might be surprised.
The links attach the swaybar to the strut. If you look there you'll see them. Grab one in the middle and turn it left and right. It should pivot freely. If its bad, you might even hear the creak that you describe. There's one on each side and they're approx 1 foot long and standing straight up when you look at them.
You can get the part with a warranty at Autozone for about $ 40.00 and replacement is 2 bolts and about 30 minutes if you're working slowly. If you need more info, post back and I'll find a picture.
Good Luck :shades:
Anybody had the same issue? Any suggestions? Is this the Solenoid self checking sound? Thanks!
Thanks