Is the 2008 Saturn SKY reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Saturn SKY?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 51% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2008 Saturn SKY have?

5 recalls on file for this model year.

2008 Saturn SKY

○ Not enough data

2008 Saturn SKY
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:40:22.603Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 186
Recalls: 5
Investigations: 3
Top problem: Air bags

Complaints per year

2008: 186 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
2007	284
2008	186
2009	46
2010	0

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Air bags

51% · 94 reports

Most commonly citing frontal.

CRASHINJURY

Show complaint excerpts

The vehicle was being driven at highway speeds, upon avoiding a collision with another vehicle, the Saturn SKY I was in had collided with the concrete center divider and became airborn.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-05-18

Also filed under Electrical system

Had recall# 17036 performed for PPS system and dealer could not clear fault codes after adding tape to the PPS seat. Why will the dealer not complete the recall by making sure the faults are no longer present.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-04-23

Saturn SKY - Passenger presence system (PPS) Knapp Chevy claimed to have fixed Completed: 2020-10-31, but warning lights appeared and took the car in to check.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-01-09

Service brakes

41% · 76 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

CRASHFIREINJURY

Show complaint excerpts

Brake failure. Hard brake pedal resulting in the brakes not holding the car at a stop.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-07-07

Electrical system

10% · 18 reports

Most commonly citing switch and instrument cluster/panel.

CRASHFIREINJURY

Show complaint excerpts

2008 saturn sky the key keeps getting stuck and cannot remove unless manual button under steering wheel is pushed and pull the key at same time only way to release key now Is anyone else having problem is there a recall?

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-05-03

Seats

3% · 6 reports

Engine

2% · 4 reports

Safety timeline

5 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

To check one car, enter its VIN on the NHTSA recall page. Check a VIN →

R

2007-10-10Seat belts07V454000 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…

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the inboard seat studs and, if necessary, remove the stud and install a bolt free of charge. The recall began on October 10, 2007. Owners may contact Pontiac at 1-800-620-7668…

Check if this car was fixed →
I
2008-03-06Preliminary evaluationClosed 2008-06-24 Inadequate brake power assist
R

2014-04-04Electrical system14E021000 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...

Remedy: UCI-FRAM Group has notified its purchasers to quarantine and return all inventory. Any switches already installed in vehicles will be replaced by GM dealers as part of NHTSA recall 14V-047, free of charge.

Check if this car was fixed →
R

2014-04-18Electrical system14V171000 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.

Remedy: General Motors will notify owners, and for vehicles that were built with the defective ignition cylinder and have not previously had the ignition cylinder replaced with the redesigned part, dealers will replace the ignition cylinder and cut and, if...

Check if this car was fixed →
R

2014-04-18Air bags, electrical system14V047000 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.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. An interim notification was issued to owners of 2007 and earlier models on March 10, 2014, informing them of the safety defect.

Check if this car was fixed →
I
2016-05-16Defect petitionClosed 2017-04-24 Passenger Sensing System Sensor Mat
R

2018-02-26Air bags17V061000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2006-2010 Pontiac Solstice and 2007-2010 Saturn Sky vehicles.

Remedy: The remedy for this recall is still under development. A permanent remedy is currently under development. The recall began February 26, 2018.

Check if this car was fixed →
I
2020-02-07Defect petitionClosed 2022-10-27 HVAC Blower Motor Connector

Buy-smart checklist

2008 Saturn SKY — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Air bags: 94 reports on file for this year.
Service brakes: 76 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 18 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 07V454000 · Seat belts
Recall 14E021000 · Electrical system
Recall 14V171000 · Electrical system
Recall 14V047000 · Air bags, electrical system
Recall 17V061000 · Air bags

FAQ

Is the 2008 Saturn SKY reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Saturn SKY?: The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 51% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2008 Saturn SKY have?: 5 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.