Saturn

Sky (1st)

2007-2010 · Sports Car · 5 engines
Best Engine Recommended (4.4)
516 NHTSA Complaints
6 Recalls
2 Fire Reports
18 Crash Reports

Engine Reliability Comparison

LQ9 HO

6.0L 8-cyl
Recommended (4.4)
1 complaint 1.0 per year Gasoline
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Complaint Breakdown

electrical
1
safety systems
1

Known Issues

Electrical System Issues (1 complaints)
Safety Systems Issues (1 complaints)

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LY8

1.3L 4-cyl
Recommended (4.4)
1 complaint 1.0 per year
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Complaint Breakdown

safety systems
1

Known Issues

Safety Systems Issues (1 complaints)

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LY7

3.6L 6-cyl
Recommended (4.4)
1 complaint 1.0 per year Gasoline
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Complaint Breakdown

other
1

Also found in

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LNF

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo / 260 hp
⚠️ Caution (2.0)
176 complaints 58.7 per year Gasoline
1 fire report
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Complaint Breakdown

safety systems
135
brakes
31
electrical
16
interior
13
transmission
2

Known Issues

Safety Systems Issues (135 complaints)
Brakes Issues (31 complaints)
Electrical System Issues (16 complaints)

Also found in

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LE5

2.4L 4-cyl
Avoid (1.9)
227 complaints 75.7 per year Gasoline
1 fire report
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Complaint Breakdown

safety systems
177
electrical
27
interior
13
transmission
12
brakes
10

Known Issues

Safety Systems Issues (177 complaints)
Electrical System Issues (27 complaints)
Interior Issues (13 complaints)

Also found in

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Vehicle-Level Issues

These issues affect the Saturn Sky regardless of engine variant.

Safety Systems Issues (314 complaints)
safety_systems serious
Electrical System Issues (44 complaints)
electrical critical
Brakes Issues (31 complaints)
brakes serious
Interior Issues (26 complaints)
interior critical
Transmission Issues (12 complaints)
transmission cosmetic

Recalls (6)

17V061000Jan 25, 2017serious
Air Bags

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2006-2010 Pontiac Solstice and 2007-2010 Saturn Sky vehicles. The Passenger Air Bag Suppression System (PPS) sensor may become bent or damaged within the front passenger seat, possibly disabling the front passenger air bag.

14E021000Apr 29, 2014serious
Electrical System

UCI-FRAM Group is recalling certain LS1328 ignition Switches sold as Wells LS1328, Duralast LS1328, Airtex 1S6097, and Carquest 53-27479, and LS1497 Ignition Switches sold as Wells LS1497, Duralast LS1497, Airtex 1S10961, and Carquest 53-27967, for use on various General Motors model and model year vehicles during repair and replacement of the original ignition switch. The weight on the key ring and/or road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the affected ignition switches to move out of the run position, turning off the engine and disabling the air bags.

14V171000Oct 3, 2014serious
Electrical System

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, 2006-2011 Chevrolet HHR, 2007-2010 Pontiac G5, 2006-2010 Pontiac Solstice, 2003-2007 Saturn Ion, and 2007-2010 Saturn Sky vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the key can be removed from the ignition when the ignition is not in the "Off" position.

14V047000Oct 1, 2014serious
Air Bags

This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on February 10, 2014 that they are recalling 619,122 model year 2005-2007 Chevrolet Cobalt, and 2007 Pontiac G5 vehicles. On February 25, 2014, GM increased the recall to include an additional 748,024 model year 2006-2007 Chevrolet HHR and Pontiac Solstice vehicles and 2003-2007 Saturn Ion vehicles and 2007 Saturn Sky vehicles. In these models, the weight on the key ring and/or road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine. On March 27, 2014, GM notified the agency that the defective ignition switches may have been used as service replacement parts on other vehicles, and as a result GM will be recalling certain model year 2008-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, Saturn Sky, and Pontiac G5 and Solstice, and 2008-2011 Chevrolet HHR vehicles. The part numbers for the service parts are 10392423 (a/k/a ACDelco D1461F), 10392737, 15857948, 15854953, 15896640, and 25846762. This expansion represents an additional 823,788 vehicles.

07V454000Sep 25, 2007serious
Seat Belts

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 207, "SEATING SYSTEMS." AND STANDARD NO. 210, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGES." THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE ONE TO FOUR INBOARD SEAT STUD FASTENERS THAT DO NOT MEET SPECIFICATION FOR STRENGTH.

07V589000Dec 19, 2007serious
Powertrain

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE REAR AXLE PINION SEAL DOES NOT MEET ALL OF THE SPECIFICATIONS AND MAY EXPERIENCE A FLUID LEAK.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common 2007-2010 Saturn Sky problems?

The 2007-2010 Saturn Sky has accumulated 516 NHTSA complaints. The most frequently reported problem areas are Safety Systems, Electrical System, Brakes. As with any used vehicle, a pre-purchase inspection and vehicle history report are recommended.

Which Saturn Sky engine is most reliable?

The 2007-2010 Saturn Sky was offered with 5 engine options. Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2.4L 4-cyl has the lowest complaint density and is considered the most reliable choice for buyers.

Is the 2007-2010 Saturn Sky a good used car?

The 2007-2010 Saturn Sky can be a solid used car purchase depending on trim, mileage, and maintenance history. With 516 total NHTSA complaints on record, prospective buyers should review the known problem areas and check for open recalls before buying.

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2007-2010 Saturn Sky have?

The 2007-2010 Saturn Sky has 516 complaints filed with NHTSA as of our latest data pull. Complaint counts reflect owner-reported issues and do not necessarily indicate defects or safety risks on their own.

What recalls affect the 2007-2010 Saturn Sky?

There are 6 NHTSA recalls affecting some 2007-2010 Saturn Sky vehicles. Recall status varies by VIN — check the NHTSA recall database at recalls.nhtsa.dot.gov with your specific VIN to confirm which campaigns apply.

What should I check before buying a used Saturn Sky?

Before buying a used Saturn Sky, verify all open recalls are completed via the NHTSA VIN lookup tool. Pay particular attention to Safety Systems, Electrical System, Brakes, which are the most commonly reported problem areas. Request maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the vehicle, and run a vehicle history report to check for prior accidents or title issues.

Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 516 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: high. Last updated: 2026-04-06.

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