2008 Saturn SKY
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 284 |
| 2008 | 186 |
| 2009 | 46 |
| 2010 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
50% of complaints: air bags — 93 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow 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, 20140518
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, 20240423
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, 20240109
14% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 26 distinct reports on file.
FIRE9% of complaints: electrical system — 16 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow 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, 20140518
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, 20240503
7% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 13 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
BRAKES FAIL TO WORK ON START-UP. FOR THE FIRST 60 SECONDS IT TAKES EXCESSIVE PRESSURE TO BRING THE CAR TO A STOP. I HAVE HAD NUMEROUS CLOSE CALLS AND ONE SMALL ACCIDENT WHERE I COULD NOT STOP FOR A BICYCLE IN MY DRIVE WAY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20080229
NO BRAKES UPON STARTUP! RAN OVER MY DOG BECAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. I CAN'T BELIEVE THIS DEFECT MADE IT TO MARKET. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20080131
BRAKES DO NOT WORK FULLY UPON STARTUP OF VEHICLE. HIT TREE CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE SIDE OF MY CAR BECAUSE THE CAR DID NOT STOP WHEN BRAKES APPLIED. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20071109
7% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 13 distinct reports on file.
CRASHSAFETY TIMELINE
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 VEHIC
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 A
Campaign 07V454000 — check if this car was fixed
INADEQUATE BRAKE POWER ASSIST
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.
Campaign 14E021000 — check if this car was fixed
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...
Campaign 14V171000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 14V047000 — check if this car was fixed
Passenger Sensing System Sensor Mat
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.
Campaign 17V061000 — check if this car was fixed
HVAC Blower Motor Connector
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2008 Saturn SKY — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (93 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (26 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (16 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 07V454000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14E021000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V171000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V047000 (air bags, electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V061000 (air bags) has been completed.
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 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2008 Saturn SKY have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.