Sell your 2009 Saturn Vue for cash

The 2009 Saturn Vue is a SUV that came with a choice of 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl and 3.6L 6-cyl engines. At 17 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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2009 Saturn Vue at a glance

Body styleSport Utility Vehicle - 2WD, Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
Engines2.4L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic 4-spd, Automatic 6-spd, Automatic (S6), Automatic (variable gear ratios)
DriveFront-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline
Fuel economy16–27 city / 23–32 highway / 18–28 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$2,400–$3,700 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂317–494 grams per mile
Versions tested by EPA8 configurations: Vue FWD, Vue Hybrid, Vue AWD
Age17 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 17 years old, most of a 2009 Vue's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
  • Weight: as a SUV, it's heavier than a typical car, and scrap weight is a big part of any junk offer. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Hybrid battery: hybrid versions also carry a high-voltage battery pack, which recyclers and rebuilders pay for.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2009 Vue. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the steering, typically around 89,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

How junk car offers are calculated

2009 Saturn Vue recalls

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls covering the 2009 Saturn Vue. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

SteeringNov 2008 · NHTSA campaign 08V616000

Gm is recalling 2,149 my 2009 Saturn Vue vehicles. Some of these vehicles may have been built with an incorrect right and/or left front steering knuckle. As a result of the incorrect knuckle and resulting inadequate clearance, the tie rod ball stud could pull out of, or fracture, the tie rod housing. This could cause the tie rod to…

Risk: Although steering control of the vehicle could be maintained after a tie rod separation by the unaffected wheel on smooth roads or during light braking, with more significant suspension or braking inputs, the affected wheel could turn out a

SteeringSep 2008 · NHTSA campaign 08V470000

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.

Risk: The fluid could contact hot exhaust components resulting in a possible engine compartment fire.

Common 2009 Vue problems

Owners have filed 125 complaints about the 2009 Saturn Vue with NHTSA. 8 reports involved a crash and 3 reports involved a fire. Owners reported 7 injuries.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Steering38
  • Electrical System36
  • Power Train15
  • Air Bags11
  • Electronic Stability Control (Esc)10
  • Service Brakes9

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Steering89,000 mi
  • Electrical System63,000 mi
  • Power Train87,000 mi
  • Air Bags75,000 mi
  • Electronic Stability Control (Esc)120,000 mi
  • Service Brakes109,000 mi

2009 Saturn Vue crash test ratings

NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2009 Saturn Vue.

VersionOverallFrontal crashSide crashRolloverRollover risk
4 Dr, FWD/AWDNot rated——★★★★☆15.9%

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP). Ratings from different model years or rating systems aren't directly comparable.

2009 Saturn Vue service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 1,019 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2009 Saturn Vue. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Equipment149
  • Equipment137
  • Electrical System81
  • Engine and Engine Cooling75
  • Engine62
  • Equipment Adaptive/Mobility47

Recent bulletins

  • OtherSep 2025 · 13598

    New Vehicle Monitoring Programs Section in IVH

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAug 2025 · PIC5650M

    This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an intermittent no crank, no start, or start stall concern with

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJul 2025 · PIP5601C

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

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsMay 2025 · PIT5074R

    This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Other Saturn Vue years

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Selling a 2009 Vue: questions

How much is a 2009 Saturn Vue worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. As a heavier vehicle, its scrap weight adds to the offer. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 2009 Vue that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2009 Vues that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 2009 Vue with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2009 Saturn Vue; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 2009 Vue?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Before you sell

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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