2005 Saturn Relay Consumer Discussions

Uplander/Montana/Relay/Terraza TSBs and Problem Codes

• Re: 2005 Chevrolet Uplander-Same problem as Susanssv7 [van_man]

  Written by: hookemhorns05 on Jan 2, 2012 7:33:59 PM

  I just had something similar happen. My 2005 Relay has had the left hub replaced 3 times and the right 2 times. ABS light is almost always on. Once it gets replaced, it only stays off for 6 months. On Saturday (Dec 31), I took it to the shop to have them work on the brakes and get it inspected, it cost me $1,500. While at the shop, they disconnected the ... Read More

Window clips for '05 Relay

• Window clips for '05 Relay

  Written by: adamgerstein on Feb 27, 2011 4:40:58 PM

  So, my our drivers side window stopped working a couple of weeks ago - first it wouldn't go down all the way, then it wouldn't go up... Long story short, it was shot. I brought it to the dealer, and they can fix it - for $800 for the part! They showed me how to get the window back up, so we have been living without a drivers side window and ... Read More

Chevy Uplander/Pontiac Montana SV6/Saturn Relay/Buick Terraza

• 2005 Relay Issues

  Written by: jwcarter on Feb 18, 2010 9:18:53 AM

  I'm new to this forum, so I'll start off by saying that I've had very similar experiences with my Relay, specifically with brakes and tires. Cupping a huge problem, partly because of the crappy Goodyear Integrity tires and partly because the alignment off the floor was a bit off. Kept cooking tires until I finally replaced with the Cooper CS4 Touring and had alignment done. (Solved that problem). Finally at the ... Read More

Uplander Third brake light - Pealing Paint

• Uplander Third brake light - Pealing Paint

  Written by: uplanderblues on Jul 9, 2008 7:38:31 AM

  Hello, I've been reading this forum for a while since we have had a lot of the same issues with our '05 uplander since purchasing it in sept. 2005. Recently I had it in for the brakes issues again and I had them look at some pealing paint on each side of the upper third brake light lens. I was told that who ever put the les on tighted the screws ... Read More

Chevy Uplander/Pontiac Montana SV6/Saturn Relay/Buick Terraza

• Re: 2005 Buick Terraza Automatic Door problems [stobar]

  Written by: markdel on Mar 29, 2008 9:14:24 AM

  I own a 2006 Saturn Relay 3 and the only problem I've had is that intermittenly the Power door (right side) will close, then open slightly and close again like it was reseating or trying to relock... But, other than that, no problems. And, that only happens once or twice a month, maybe. I bought it in October of 2006, and have 28,000 miles on it. Mark

• Re: 2005 Buick Terraza Automatic Door problems [rlmiller9]

  Written by: stobar on Mar 29, 2008 7:13:56 AM

  Thanks. I still have over 20K miles left on a 5 year, 60K, 0 deductible warranty, so I'll keep taking it back until they fix. I believe there might be a TSB on this, just need to research it. Have had it for over 2 years and love all the bells and whistles so no plan on trading it in. I've put 40K on it and the gas mileage is surprisingly ... Read More

• Re: 2005 Buick Terraza Automatic Door problems [stobar]

  Written by: rlmiller9 on Mar 27, 2008 6:19:55 PM

  Our Saturn Relay had the same issue, I think they fixed it and charged me like 200$, and when we were on vacation with some friends of ours that had an 8 year old odyseus and there doors still worked that was what made me decide to trade the saturn.

• Re: 05 Saturn Relay and 3 sets of tires later [bsrice]

  Written by: genmtrfan on Mar 11, 2008 10:29:16 AM

  Our '05 Uplander's Integrity's were toast at 16K miles. Rear cupping also a problem. However, I replaced them with Yokahama Avid TRZ's (I think) and now have 33,000 trouble-free miles. I try to rotate about every 5K, but don't always do it. The best thing about these tires are the quiet, soft ride, good handling, and better traction in the rain. They're rated for 80K miles, but I doubt I'll get ... Read More

Saturn Relay Owners: Meet the Members

• Saturn Relay JUNK!

  Written by: badsaturn on Nov 17, 2007 7:06:17 AM

  I have had similar experiences with our 2005 Relay. Saturn has not stepped up to help. I've expressed my displeasure with them and have informed them that they have lost a customer. They were like so what big deal. I was condsidering an Outlook, but too many problems and poor customer service have made me rethink my belief in the Saturn brand. They just don't get it......it cost tremendous amounts to ... Read More

Chevy Uplander/Pontiac Montana SV6/Saturn Relay/Buick Terraza

• Re: Warped front rotors on 06 Montana AWD [badsaturn]

  Written by: badrelay on Oct 28, 2007 6:06:13 PM

  I feel the same. I owned a Saturn SL2 and was so excited when I heard they were coming out with a minivan/crossover. I have a 2005 Relay 3 AWD that has been nothing but problems. It has been in the shop for the past 6 weeks for transmission/transfer case/transaxle fixes, 3 times I've gotten it back and brought it back the same day- 1 time it was towed, this last ... Read More

• Re: Warped front rotors on 06 Montana AWD [uplanderguy]

  Written by: badsaturn on Oct 26, 2007 1:20:24 PM

  I have a 2005 Saturn Relay FWD. It is a piece of junk!!!! I've tried to work with Saturn to get me out of the vehicle....no luck, all they do is offer an extended warranty. The van has been in the shop at least 10 times since we purchased it. Nothing major, just a bunch of annoying problems including: brake issues, sliding door problems and other numerous problems. They never have ... Read More

Saturn Relay Owners: Meet the Members

• Re: Looking for New Mini Van [desperatemom1]

  Written by: badsaturn on Oct 26, 2007 1:09:58 PM

  I have a 2005 Saturn Relay FWD. It is a piece of junk!!!! I've tried to work with Saturn to get me out of the vehicle....no luck, all they do is offer an extended warranty. The van has been in the shop at least 10 times since we purchased it. Nothing major, just a bunch of annoying problems including: brake issues, sliding door problems and other numerous problems. They never have ... Read More

• Re: Saturn Relay Owners: Meet the Members [claires]

  Written by: chelle26 on Sep 5, 2007 7:39:14 PM

  The 2005 Saturn Relay might be a good choice for anyone who needs to comfortably carry seven passengers, but prefers the look of an SUV. The base Relay has standard 17-inch steel wheels with a composite center bolt-on disc, with a six-spoke design and the Saturn emblem in the middle. *Front overhead console and overhead rail system, *rear convenience center/cargo system, *foldable, removable second and third row seats, *three-spoke steering wheel, ... Read More

• I've been around a bit.

  Written by: crkeehn on Aug 31, 2007 10:57:01 AM

  Years ago, I introduced myself around the Ford Windstar group. In 2002 I introduced myself around the Chrysler PT Cruiser group. As of the end of July, it's time for me to introduce myself to the Saturn Relay group. The end of July we took delivery of a 2005 Polar blue Relay 3. Our two boys were getting bigger and the PT Cruiser was getting cramped. We needed to get a ... Read More

Saturn Maintenance & Repair

• Re: '05 Relay-Alignment issues and clunking noise [caza1518]

  Written by: mdawne on Jun 7, 2007 6:42:36 PM

  I bought my Saturn Relay 3 new in 2005, and we loved it. However, there was a problem from the time we drove off the dealership lot with the alignment. After bringing it to them 4 times (twice for just the alignment, and twice for that & to rotate tires), they have told me (female, as you may guess from their reasoning - I don't think they'd even try this line ... Read More

Uplander/Montana/Relay/Terraza TSBs and Problem Codes

• Re: July 06 "Flickering Lights" TSB [stobar]

  Written by: stobar on Jan 13, 2007 11:06:48 AM

  I believe I found the answer: "GM has recently issued (revised) TSB # 05-06-03-003B (Headlamps and/or interior lights flicker intermittently) for the 2005 & 2006 Chevrolet Uplander, Buick Terraza, Saturn Relay, and Pontiac Montana SV6 - which instructs the dealer to replace the generator voltage regulator with a kit, part #15926088 (and NOT the entire generator)." Now there was also another TSB issued in 2005 that said to replace the alternator. ... Read More

Chevy Uplander/Pontiac Montana SV6/Saturn Relay/Buick Terraza

• Re: Question for 2005 Buick/Pontiac/Chevy owners [uplanderguy]

  Written by: stobar on Oct 1, 2006 5:53:37 AM

  I brought this up to the dealership and they are going to look into it. While my Terraza is in the shop, they gave me an '05 Pontiac G6 to drive. I took off the gas cap and checked the car, and sure enough, there is a plate covering the hole. Same with the other two GM vehicles I own. Makes me wonder if they forgot about this when building them? ... Read More

Saturn Maintenance & Repair

• '05 Relay-Alignment issues and clunking noise

  Written by: caza1518 on Apr 11, 2006 11:04:38 AM

  I have a 2005 Relay AWD, and have been having a huge issue with the Alignment on this vehicle. It has been in and out of service more than (6) times in the last year for the same problem... unresolved, and to date they have had my vehicle (going on week # 3)and still have not been able to fix. Then at about 15K miles, the vehicle starting making a clunking ... Read More

Chevy Uplander/Pontiac Montana SV6/Saturn Relay/Buick Terraza

• Re: Listen Up [haditwithmyvan]

  Written by: genmtrfan on Jan 22, 2006 8:08:26 PM

  I don't blame you for being upset, especially about the door opening while the van is in motion. I am also glad you've finally convinced them to buy back the van. From reading these forums it appears that there are a small number of these vans that have numerous electrical problems that sometimes cannot be resolved. My Uplander, with 12,000 miles, has been great so far. I did take it in ... Read More

• NHTSA Investigation

  Written by: hammy233 on Dec 9, 2005 4:59:19 PM

  NHTSA Probes Windshield Wiper and Headlight Problem in Some GM Models December 5, 2005 The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched a preliminary safety investigation of the Chevrolet Uplander, Pontiac Montana SV, Saturn Relay and Buick Terraza because of a flaw that could cause the headlights to go out. All of the vehicles in the investigation are from the 2005 model year. NHTSA has received information that the actuating ... Read More

• 2005 Relay

  Written by: pelinaca1 on Oct 19, 2005 12:02:51 AM

  We purchased our 2005 Relay in early July. We now have around 1450 miles on it. We have not yet experienced any of the problems posted but I have to admit I am now quite concerned. My Relay was manufactured in Dec. of 2004 We have an after market remote start (this was put in by the dealership before we were even looking at the van). We have the Relay 3 ... Read More

• Read this.....

  Written by: hammy233 on Oct 4, 2005 6:32:44 PM

  March 16, 2005 Saturn-Saab Canada 7496-2 Bath Road Mississauga ON L4T 1L2 To Whom It May Concern: SUBJECT:2005 RELAY VIN# 5(*&^&D181831 On or about January 15th my wife and I began the search for the perfect replacement vehicle, we were driving a 2003 Pontiac Vibe at the time but had outgrown its uses. We contemplated Honda Elements, Nissan X-trail and Hyundai Sante Fe, but after careful measuring and discussions we narrowed ... Read More

• Re: Update to no sound from radio/dvd/onstar, etc. [new2vans]

  Written by: new2vans on Apr 27, 2005 9:41:58 PM

  Just wanted to provide an update. The radio came in and my dealer replaced the original in my Uplander a couple of days ago. So far, all is working perfectly now. For a full description of the problem I was having, the following link should direct you to my original post: new2vans, "Chevrolet Uplander/Pontiac Montana SV6/Saturn Relay/Buick Terraza" #1908, 23 Mar 2005 7:08 pm :)

• Re: DVD Wireless headphones [guod]

  Written by: isucyclonesfan on Jan 20, 2005 3:07:29 PM

  I own a Montana SV6. It was as basic as I could find (26,645 MSRP including Delivery). Therefore I was researching the same question. I came across this bulletin at http://www.gmtechlink.com/images/issues/cnt_mo/TLcme.html#story1   Here is what it says   System 3 -- DVD RSE The following two kits (p/n 15136091 and 15136092) are released for the 2005-07: - Buick Terraza - Chevrolet Uplander - Pontiac Montana SV6 - Saturn Relay   TIP: ... Read More

• Re: [montanafan #1211]

  Written by: swb on May 24, 2004 8:44:27 PM

  I spoke to Chevrolet Customer Support again today and they indicated from their documentation that the 2005 Uplander and Montana srv6 will be built with a regular and extended wheelbase in US. They also said the Saturn Relay and Buick Terrazo(sp) look to be available only in the extended length. I hope their right because I can't fit an extended length van in my garage. Planned start of production date is ... Read More

• more on vanilla

  Written by: wheelz4 on Dec 24, 2003 6:33:49 AM

  I know we're veering a little off track here but.. While the styling of the Accord/Camry may not get your blood circulating, there's a certain satisfaction in buying/driving a well-engineered, reliable car that is a good value. They are comfortable, drive well and work with a well-oiled precision that doesn't scream "rental car". Zafira......I've seen sketches of the 2005 model and it looks a bit "edgier" than the current design. It's ... Read More

• The Stow N' Go really doesn't make a difference....

  Written by: wsag26 on Dec 9, 2003 3:59:35 PM

  I mean, I saw some of the Dodge's pictures, and I saw that it barely even made sense. It is basically a fold flat system, except with the extra compartments. The pictures show a bunch of toys inside the compartments, but what kind of kid is going to stow that many toys number 1, and number 2, don't kids just throw stuff all around the place? The 2005 Dodge Caravan also ... Read More

• GM Live Webcast

  Written by: kirstie_h on Nov 29, 2003 7:58:12 AM

  Town Hall Members are invited by GM to a Live WebCast announcing the 2005 Buick Terraza and Saturn RELAY!   Thursday, December 4th - The live webcast will be on http://gmtv.feedroom.com/ from 12pm-1pm EST. GM Crossover Sport Vans (CSVs) Virtual Launch 2005 Buick Terraza and Saturn RELAY CSVs. GM LEADERSHIP SCHEDULED TO SPEAK: Bob Lutz, vice chairman, Product Development and chairman GM North America Roger Adams, general manager, Buick Jill Lajdziak, ... Read More

• 2005 Chevrolet Venture/Pontiac Montana/Saturn Relay/Buick minivan

  Written by: libertycat on Jun 15, 2003 7:24:03 PM

  I hope GM makes these new minivans a success. I hope they all have individual looks and personalities and have all the features like roll-down windows in the second row, fold-flat third row seat, power liftgate, and such all with plenty of room. Anybody else interested in these?