Comments on: General Motors Water Leaks: Saturn Outlooks, GMC Acadias & Buick Enclaves, Oh My! http://www.gmlemonlaw.com/2009/09/saturn-outlook-leaking-water/ Providing answers to consumer questions about GM vehicles. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 23:24:00 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 By: Sherry http://www.gmlemonlaw.com/2009/09/saturn-outlook-leaking-water/comment-page-1/#comment-3484 Sherry Mon, 30 Jan 2012 23:24:00 +0000 http://www.gmlemonlaw.com/?p=42#comment-3484 All GM owners should also be aware that GM has a problem with their HVAC system. It doesn't allow for the evaporator coil to dry out after using the A/c. Any mold spores, dirt, bacteria that gets on it from the outside air can start growing. Nothing like mold and infection causing bacteria to blast at you from your HVAC system. Their TSB indicates that this is a problem for all GM vehicles from 1993-2010. All GM owners should also be aware that GM has a problem with their HVAC system. It doesn’t allow for the evaporator coil to dry out after using the A/c. Any mold spores, dirt, bacteria that gets on it from the outside air can start growing. Nothing like mold and infection causing bacteria to blast at you from your HVAC system. Their TSB indicates that this is a problem for all GM vehicles from 1993-2010.

]]> By: Jeff http://www.gmlemonlaw.com/2009/09/saturn-outlook-leaking-water/comment-page-1/#comment-3460 Jeff Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:23:11 +0000 http://www.gmlemonlaw.com/?p=42#comment-3460 Hi Joe, sadly the Saturn water leak problem is alive and well, even as the brand itself has gone by the wayside. One thing you do not mention is how many times you were at a General Motors authorized dealer to address the leak problem, or the mold and mildew that came of it. If you have been back at least three or more times under warranty to address the matter, you may want to contact a lemon law lawyer in your state (see http://www.gmlemonlaw.com/lemon-law-lawyers/) to find out if you are entitled to recourse. But, please do this soon as the statute of limitations may have expired in your State to file. Hi Joe, sadly the Saturn water leak problem is alive and well, even as the brand itself has gone by the wayside. One thing you do not mention is how many times you were at a General Motors authorized dealer to address the leak problem, or the mold and mildew that came of it. If you have been back at least three or more times under warranty to address the matter, you may want to contact a lemon law lawyer in your state (see http://www.gmlemonlaw.com/lemon-law-lawyers/) to find out if you are entitled to recourse. But, please do this soon as the statute of limitations may have expired in your State to file.

]]> By: Joe http://www.gmlemonlaw.com/2009/09/saturn-outlook-leaking-water/comment-page-1/#comment-3448 Joe Tue, 24 Jan 2012 06:56:22 +0000 http://www.gmlemonlaw.com/?p=42#comment-3448 Hello, I have a 2007 Saturn Outlook. I have major water leak in my outlook as well. We have had this problem for sometime now and like others lived with it but this time the water effected the electrical system which created some malfunctions. While the engine is off there is an electical hissing sound and the check engine light remains on. When turning of the ignition the engine does not turn off right away. It actually conks a bit before turning off. This car has been a nightmare. We even had it in for transmission problems 3 times now. Any advise to what we can do. It's obvious there are tons of complaints about this safety problem. Thanks. Hello,

I have a 2007 Saturn Outlook. I have major water leak in my outlook as well. We have had this problem for sometime now and like others lived with it but this time the water effected the electrical system which created some malfunctions. While the engine is off there is an electical hissing sound and the check engine light remains on. When turning of the ignition the engine does not turn off right away. It actually conks a bit before turning off. This car has been a nightmare. We even had it in for transmission problems 3 times now.
Any advise to what we can do. It’s obvious there are tons of complaints about this safety problem. Thanks.

]]> By: Jeff http://www.gmlemonlaw.com/2009/09/saturn-outlook-leaking-water/comment-page-1/#comment-3072 Jeff Wed, 30 Nov 2011 22:32:48 +0000 http://www.gmlemonlaw.com/?p=42#comment-3072 Yvonne, did these problems occur during the warranty period? Yvonne, did these problems occur during the warranty period?

]]> By: Yvonne White http://www.gmlemonlaw.com/2009/09/saturn-outlook-leaking-water/comment-page-1/#comment-3071 Yvonne White Wed, 30 Nov 2011 22:15:43 +0000 http://www.gmlemonlaw.com/?p=42#comment-3071 I have a Saturn Outlook 2008 and of course I have the leak problem too! It is not under warranty anymore. How can we get a recall on this, so they will have to fix the problem for free. I have a Saturn Outlook 2008 and of course I have the leak problem too! It is not under warranty anymore. How can we get a recall on this, so they will have to fix the problem for free.

]]> By: Janet Bilodeau http://www.gmlemonlaw.com/2009/09/saturn-outlook-leaking-water/comment-page-1/#comment-2482 Janet Bilodeau Mon, 26 Sep 2011 20:52:47 +0000 http://www.gmlemonlaw.com/?p=42#comment-2482 I have a 2008 Buick Enclave. I have had water leaks on and off for some time, but let it go. We have had so much rain lately, I can't let it go. The driver's side pillar is soaked, water runs from my visor onto my steering wheel that has electronics on it, drips around the emergency brake, dripped on my toes on the accelerator, drips on the foot rest by my left foot, dripping on the passenger side, and the strangest ones of all, water was leaking out of the far rear passenger overhead seatbelt holders, both of them. When you drive and make a turn, you can hear the water sloshing above you. If you open the sun roof, and put your hand right above your head, there is so much water in there. My car smells so bad. I too am worried about the electrical damage. I called GM customer service and told him about all the posts I read and he basically said everyone was making it up and lying. My car is way out of warranty. Clearly this issue has been around for some time and I really feel like we are getting ripped off. How can we make GM cover this defect. Clearly this is a manufacturers defect. GM needs to make this right and keep it's customers happy. My husband did not want me to buy this car. I hope he doesn't say, I told you so." I have a 2008 Buick Enclave. I have had water leaks on and off for some time, but let it go. We have had so much rain lately, I can’t let it go. The driver’s side pillar is soaked, water runs from my visor onto my steering wheel that has electronics on it, drips around the emergency brake, dripped on my toes on the accelerator, drips on the foot rest by my left foot, dripping on the passenger side, and the strangest ones of all, water was leaking out of the far rear passenger overhead seatbelt holders, both of them. When you drive and make a turn, you can hear the water sloshing above you. If you open the sun roof, and put your hand right above your head, there is so much water in there. My car smells so bad. I too am worried about the electrical damage. I called GM customer service and told him about all the posts I read and he basically said everyone was making it up and lying. My car is way out of warranty. Clearly this issue has been around for some time and I really feel like we are getting ripped off. How can we make GM cover this defect. Clearly this is a manufacturers defect. GM needs to make this right and keep it’s customers happy. My husband did not want me to buy this car. I hope he doesn’t say, I told you so.”

]]> By: Jennifer Atchison http://www.gmlemonlaw.com/2009/09/saturn-outlook-leaking-water/comment-page-1/#comment-2270 Jennifer Atchison Fri, 09 Sep 2011 13:01:36 +0000 http://www.gmlemonlaw.com/?p=42#comment-2270 Shortly after I purchased my 2007 Saturn Outlook I found the same leak described by Allison, water was leaking on my left foot under the dashboard near the parking brake. After 5 visits to my Saturn dealer the sunroof leak, that is where they said the water was coming from, was finally fixed. It has now been several years since that was fixed and now I have a water leak over the left front passenger seat...the water actually is draining out of the joint where the visor comes out of the roof. I have called my local GM servicing dealer and they are telling me that they don't believe that this problem will be covered. I must say that I am beyond disgusted. As I look around on the internet it is VERY CLEAR that this is a known issue. If GM is aware, which they obviously are by the way that they add comments to this and other web boards, they should try being proactive. No RECALL is a sure way to ensure that I will not purchase another AMERICAN car. That pains me greatly to say, but this was an expensive car and GM should be taking some responsibility. I really do love this car...except for this water leak! Shortly after I purchased my 2007 Saturn Outlook I found the same leak described by Allison, water was leaking on my left foot under the dashboard near the parking brake. After 5 visits to my Saturn dealer the sunroof leak, that is where they said the water was coming from, was finally fixed. It has now been several years since that was fixed and now I have a water leak over the left front passenger seat…the water actually is draining out of the joint where the visor comes out of the roof. I have called my local GM servicing dealer and they are telling me that they don’t believe that this problem will be covered. I must say that I am beyond disgusted. As I look around on the internet it is VERY CLEAR that this is a known issue. If GM is aware, which they obviously are by the way that they add comments to this and other web boards, they should try being proactive. No RECALL is a sure way to ensure that I will not purchase another AMERICAN car. That pains me greatly to say, but this was an expensive car and GM should be taking some responsibility. I really do love this car…except for this water leak!

]]> By: Robert Ruch http://www.gmlemonlaw.com/2009/09/saturn-outlook-leaking-water/comment-page-1/#comment-2225 Robert Ruch Tue, 30 Aug 2011 14:01:53 +0000 http://www.gmlemonlaw.com/?p=42#comment-2225 I have seen quite a few of these platform GM vehicles with water that leaks in primarily from inadequate sunroof drainage system into the vehicle interior and on the floors. The sunroof unit problems are well documented with GM water leak technical service bulletins. If you vehicle is not equipped with a factory sunroof then I would look at the windshield cowl for a water sealing problems and possibly defective windshield seal. If the water leak problem was presented 3 times under the GM warranty and continues to exist you can contact 1 800 Lemon Law - Robert Ruch I have seen quite a few of these platform GM vehicles with water that leaks in primarily from inadequate sunroof drainage system into the vehicle interior and on the floors. The sunroof unit problems are well documented with GM water leak technical service bulletins. If you vehicle is not equipped with a factory sunroof then I would look at the windshield cowl for a water sealing problems and possibly defective windshield seal. If the water leak problem was presented 3 times under the GM warranty and continues to exist you can contact 1 800 Lemon Law – Robert Ruch

]]> By: Allison http://www.gmlemonlaw.com/2009/09/saturn-outlook-leaking-water/comment-page-1/#comment-2212 Allison Sun, 28 Aug 2011 19:58:55 +0000 http://www.gmlemonlaw.com/?p=42#comment-2212 I just purchased a used 2008 GMC Acadia three days ago. I woke up this morning after a night of rain and opened my car door, it smelled like mold. I noticed the front driver & passanger floors were all wet & it seemed that the car was leaking from under the dash. I see that a lot of people are having this problem but the recall was only for sunroofs. Any ideas? Thanks I just purchased a used 2008 GMC Acadia three days ago. I woke up this morning after a night of rain and opened my car door, it smelled like mold. I noticed the front driver & passanger floors were all wet & it seemed that the car was leaking from under the dash. I see that a lot of people are having this problem but the recall was only for sunroofs. Any ideas? Thanks

]]> By: Rich Viviano http://www.gmlemonlaw.com/2009/09/saturn-outlook-leaking-water/comment-page-1/#comment-1870 Rich Viviano Thu, 23 Jun 2011 20:31:04 +0000 http://www.gmlemonlaw.com/?p=42#comment-1870 My 2008 Enclave has a water leak coming fron the drivers side roof rack rail. It's been in for repair for the 5th time. I troubleshot it myself when the dealer said they "couldn't find the source". All it took was a water hose in the leak area. Duh!! Nothing but lip service. I'm going to stay on them till it gets fixed properly. This is my last shot at returning to American cars. My 2008 Enclave has a water leak coming fron the drivers side roof rack rail. It’s been in for repair for the 5th time. I troubleshot it myself when the dealer said they “couldn’t find the source”. All it took was a water hose in the leak area. Duh!! Nothing but lip service. I’m going to stay on them till it gets fixed properly. This is my last shot at returning to American cars.

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