VIN Vehicle Report

2004 Saturn VUE

5GZCZ23D14S897450

Vehicle record for the 2004 Saturn VUE (VIN 5GZCZ23D14S897450). Black, wagon / suv, gasoline. Registered in Kyiv. 2 NHTSA recall campaigns for this model year. Specifications, registration region and recall data.

2 recall campaigns → Gasoline
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Should you buy it? Worth a look — but negotiate

Weighed from safety recalls, known problems and market price.

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📜 Title & ownership

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🚨 Recalls on this VIN

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History reports cover US-titled vehicles only. This car is registered in Ukraine, so title, salvage and odometer records from the US national title database (NMVTIS) don't apply to it. The registration record, specifications and recall data on this page cost nothing.

At a glance

LocationKyiv, UKRAINE
ColorBlack
Recall campaigns2

Vehicle identity & specifications

Make
Saturn
Model
VUE
Year
2004
Body style
Wagon / SUV
Vehicle type
Passenger car
Displacement
2.2 L
Fuel type
Gasoline
Country of origin
United States

🧾 Window sticker / build sheet → All 2004 Saturn VUE data →

📋 All factory specifications on file8 more fields from the manufacturer's VIN record (NHTSA vPIC)

🏭 Manufacturing & other

sourceua_mvs
Registration regionkyiv
Last operation date2022-02-23
Last operation71 - РЕЄСТРАЦІЯ ТЗ ПРИВЕЗЕНОГО З-ЗА КОРДОНУ ПО ПОСВІДЧЕННЮ МИТНИЦІ
PurposeЗагальний
Engine cc2196
Own weight kg1508
Total weight kg2058

Values are as reported by the manufacturer for this VIN pattern; blank or "not applicable" fields are omitted.

What's a 2004 Saturn VUE worth?

What comparable 2004 Saturn VUE vehicles are listed for — a quick gut-check before you negotiate.

Low
$700
Typical price
$1,931
High
$3,100

Most 2004 Saturn VUE listings fall between $700 and $3,100, from 112 comparable cars.

Is the seller's price fair? Get this exact VIN's current market value — retail, trade-in & loan value — in the full report.

Exact-VIN valuations are part of the history report, available for US-titled vehicles.

Crash-test safety ratings

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2004 Saturn VUE.

Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Frontal — driver★★★★★
Frontal — passenger★★★★★
Side — front seat★★★★★
Side — rear seat★★★★★

Rollover risk: 20.9% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: tip).

Frontal crash test — 2004 Saturn VUE 4-DR.Frontal crash test · ▶ watch video
Side barrier test — 2004 Saturn VUE 4-DR.Side barrier test

Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program, tested as the 2004 Saturn VUE 4-DR.. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

Dimensions & weight

Length
181.5 in
Width
71.7 in
Height
66.5 in
Wheelbase
106.7 in
Curb weight
3,208–3,477 lb
Front track
61.0 in
Rear track
61.0 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2004 Saturn VUE — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

NHTSA defect investigations 1

REAR SUSPENSION TOE CONTROL LINK Closed

THE OFFICE OF DEFECTS INVESTIGATION (ODI) OPENED THIS PRELIMINARY EVALUATION TO INVESTIGATE ALLEGATIONS OF REAR SUSPENSION FAILURE IN THE SUBJECT VEHICLES DURING CERTAIN SEVERE DRIVING MANEUVERS. THE INVESTIGATION WAS PROMPTED BY NHTSA-CONDUCTED NCAP DYNAMIC ROLLOVER TEST INCIDENTS INVOLVING MY 2004 SATURN VUE VEHICLES AND ONE CONSUMER COMPLAINT THAT ALLEGED WHEN RECOVERING FROM A ROAD EDGE DEPARTURE, THE LEFT-REAR W…

NHTSA #PE04052 · Suspension · opened Jul 2004 · closed Nov 2004

An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.

Manufacturer service bulletins 479

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 479.

This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.

Bulletin PIP5601C · Jul 2025

This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on OnStar Module 2G Sunset Information.

Bulletin 23-NA-001 · Electrical System · Mar 2025

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the noise for assessment…

Bulletin PIP5358D · Feb 2025

This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester  and Vehicle Data Record…

Bulletin PIP4723J · Electrical System · Oct 2024

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures…

Bulletin PIT5099H · Sep 2024

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures…

Bulletin PIT5099H · Sep 2024

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in que…

Bulletin PIT3271P · Sep 2024

Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles. It provides the ability via a single selection within Techline Connect to first identify which modules need updating and then proceed to updating affected modules (with some exc…

Bulletin General Communication · Electrical System · Aug 2024

This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.

Bulletin 18-NA-099 · Jun 2024

This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes E4398, E4399, E4401, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491, E4492, or E6961 and resolution information.

Bulletin 24-NA-098 · Electrical System · Jun 2024

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the VUE. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 3

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2004 Saturn VUE. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Other

On certain vehicles, a defect may allow the ignition key to be removed from the ignition switch when the key is not in the "OFF" position. This could result in unintended vehicle movement if the transmission is not in the "PARK" position (automatic transmission) or not in the reverse gear with the parking brake engaged (manual transmission), and increase the risk of a crash cau…

Transport Canada #2014342 · Aug 2014

Lights And Instruments

On certain vehicles, the Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) resistor may crack. If water and road salt enters the crack, it could corrode the resistor. This could result in a loss of DRL illumination, and therefore, vehicles may be less visible to other motorists and pedestrians during daylight hours, possibly resulting in a crash causing personal injury or death. Correction: Dealers w…

Transport Canada #2008077 · Mar 2008

Label

Certain vehicles fail to conform to CMVSS 120. The wheel rim designation is not listed correctly on the tire/certification label on vehicles equipped with a 17X7J wheel. If the wheel rim size is incorrectly printed on a tire/certification label, a service technician who solely uses the tire/certification label for service information may attempt to replace a damaged wheel with…

Transport Canada #2003329 · Dec 2003

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

About the Saturn VUE

The Saturn Vue is a compact SUV that was built and marketed by Saturn, and it was Saturn's best-selling model. It was the first vehicle to use the GM Theta platform when it was introduced in 2001 for the 2002 model year. The Vue was facelifted for the 2006 model year. A second generation model was launched in 2007 for the 2008 model year as a rebadged Opel Antara.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

Safety recall campaigns 2

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2002-2004 Saturn Vue vehicles manufactured September 11, 2001, to April 6, 2004. In the affected vehicles, it may be possible for the key to be removed from the ignition when the ignition is not in the "Off" position.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle to see if the key can be pulled out when the ignition is off. If it can, dealers will replace the ignition cylinder and keys, free of charge. The recall began in October 2014. Owners may contact Saturn customer service at 1-800-553-6000. GM

NHTSA Campaign #14V490000 · manufacturer #14506 · 08/08/2014

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3.5L V6 (L66) ENGINES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 120, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS FOR VEHICLES OTHER THAN PASSENGER CARS." THE FRONT AND REAR WHEEL RIM SIZE SPECIFICATIONS ON THE TIRE/CERTIFICATION LABEL ARE NOT CORRECT. THE PRINTED WHEEL RIM DESIGNATION SPECIFIED A 16-INCH WHEEL WHEN A 17-INCH WHEEL DE…

Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH A CORRECTED LABEL AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON DECEMBER 15, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SATURN AT 1-800-553-6000.

NHTSA Campaign #03V519000 · manufacturer #03059 · 19/12/2003

Note: recall data comes from the U.S. NHTSA and covers the US-market version of this model. A car registered in Ukraine may have different campaigns — check with the manufacturer's local importer.

These are NHTSA recall campaigns for this model year, last checked 7 Oct 2026. They don't show whether this particular car has had the repair done — check this VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

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Common problems & what to inspect

Based on all 276 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2004 Saturn VUE, here are the most-reported problem areas — and what to check before you buy.

💥 23 involved a crash 🔥 5 involved a fire 🚑 20 reported injuries

Power Train 93 reports

🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Electrical System 78 reports

🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Suspension 33 reports

🔍 Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

Air Bags 18 reports

🔍 Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

Steering 16 reports

🔍 Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

Engine And Engine Cooling 16 reports

🔍 Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.

Pre-purchase checklist

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Owner complaints 276

Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2004 Saturn VUE.

SUSPENSION,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The contact owns a 2004 Saturn Vue. The contact stated that the light on the instrument panel was abnormally dim. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds over a bumpy road surface, the rear end of the vehicle was swaying from side to side. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle made an abnormally loud sound at start up, and it was …

NHTSA ODI #11689505

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

The ignition (key) has stopped working again after being recalled a few years ago, and being replaced. The key will not turn and start the car.

NHTSA ODI #11683762

POWER TRAIN

Transmission has Lube issues for Honda and TRANSGO HONDALK fixes that but requires several hours labor pulling transmission. Transmission and torque converter overheat causing failure. Mine overheated and stalled crossing traffic, wouldn't go into gear. Caused accident.

Crash · 2 injured · NHTSA ODI #11553676

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

My Father's car key can be taken out of the ignition when it is not in the off position but his specific VIN is not listed as part of the recall.

NHTSA ODI #11502848

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

RUSTED FRONT SUBFRAME/ ENGINE CRADLE I CARRIED MY SATURN VUE TO HAVE THE CATALYTIC CONVERTERS REPLACED AND MY MASTER-MECHANIC DISCOVERED THE RUSTED SUBFRAME AND BROUGHT IT TO MY ATTENTION. HE SHOWED IT TO ME AND EXPLAINED THE THE DANGER IN OPERATING THIS VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI #11364004

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

MY 2004 VUE HAD A RECALL IN 2014 FOR THE IGNITION KEY COULD BE REMOVED WITHOUT BEING IN THE OFF POSITION, I HAD THIS REPAIRED ON 12/11/14. RECENTLY MY IGNITION KEY CAN AGAIN BE REMOVED WITHOUT BEING IN THE OFF POSITION.

NHTSA ODI #11362451

STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

THE IGNITION BROKE AFTER MANY OF TIMES THE KEY COMING OUT.

NHTSA ODI #11352361

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

I HAVE ALL READY TAKEN MY SATURN VUE TO THE DEALER IN HEMET CA. ( GOSCH CHEVROLET). THE IGNITION SWITCH BROKE AGAIN A WEEK LATER. I TOOK IT BACK BUT GOSCH WOULD NOT FIX IT AGAIN. THE REASON WAS BECAUSE THE HOUSING HAD DAMAGE AROUND IT. NOW THE REASON FOR THAT WAS BECAUSE I WAS STRANDED 20 MILES FROM NOTHING WHEN THE IGNITION WOULD NOT TURN MY VEHICLE ON, I W…

NHTSA ODI #11223006

+ 268 more complaints on record.

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Is the VIN 5GZCZ23D14S897450 valid?

5GZCZ23D14S897450 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in United States. It decodes to the 2004 Saturn VUE.

Are there safety recalls on the 2004 Saturn VUE?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2004 Saturn VUE model year. That covers the model year, not this individual car: to see whether a specific vehicle still needs a recall repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What is a fair price for a 2004 Saturn VUE?

Comparable 2004 Saturn VUE listings run roughly $700–$3,100, typically around $1,931 (from 112 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.

What is the 2004 Saturn VUE safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2004 Saturn VUE crash-test ratings of frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 3★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

Recall data checked 7 Oct 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.