Safety Recall NHTSA · 08V200000 Reported May 5, 2008

Transmission case porosity at park pawl

General Motors, Llc · Power Train · 26 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
08V200000
Manufacturer Campaign
08168
Manufacturer
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
26
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
May 5, 2008

Defect Summary

Gm is recalling 26 my 2008 saturn vue vehicles equipped with a 6t70 6-speed automatic transmission. some of these vehicles have a condition in which the transmission case side bore that holds the park pawl pivot pin may have a casting porosity. this condition, coupled with normal operating stresses, could lead to failure, eliminating the ability to secure the transmission in 'park' position.

Safety Consequence

If this happens while the vehicle is parked on a non-level surface, the vehicle could roll without warning and cause injury to people in its path.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the transmission free of charge. the recall began on may 5, 2008. owners may contact saturn at 1-800-972-8876, or through their website at http://www.gmownercenter.com.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 08V200000 or campaign 08168.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 08V200000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 08V200000?

NHTSA recall 08V200000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on May 5, 2008. It addresses: Transmission case porosity at park pawl. The recall affects approximately 26 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 08V200000 or the manufacturer campaign number 08168. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.