Saturn Aura Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability Report
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported injuries, and worst problem areas. Data sourced from federal safety databases and updated daily.
Own a Saturn Aura? Check your specific VIN for a full history report.
Saturn Aura — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Worst Component | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010Best | 2 | 2 | 1 | AIR BAGS | Full report → |
| 2009 | 5 | 388 | 10 | STEERING | Full report → |
| 2008 | 5 | 432 | 9 | POWER TRAIN | Full report → |
| 2007Worst | 4 | 607 | 10 | POWER TRAIN | Full report → |
Most Common Aura Problems
Based on 1429 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across recent model years.
Aura Years to Avoid
Best Aura Years to Buy
Years with the fewest combined complaints and recalls in recent data.
Saturn Aura Problems by Year
Frequently Asked Questions — Saturn Aura Reliability
What year Aura has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2007 Saturn Aura had the highest combined complaint and recall count among recent model years — 607 complaints and 4 safety recalls. See the full 2007 report for details on specific defects.
Is the Saturn Aura reliable?
The Saturn Aura has accumulated 1429 owner-filed complaints and 16 safety recalls across recent model years in NHTSA's national database. The 2010 model year stands out as having the fewest reported issues in recent data. Reliability varies significantly by year and individual vehicle history — always run a VIN check before purchasing any used Aura.
What are the most common Aura problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas for the Saturn Aura across recent model years are: POWER TRAIN (265 reports), STEERING (250 reports), AIR BAGS (100 reports), SERVICE BRAKES (44 reports). These are based on NHTSA complaints submitted directly by vehicle owners.
How do I check if my Aura has an open recall?
You can check for open recalls on any Saturn Aura using the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with accident history, odometer records, and other key information. Recalls on this page are model-level — a VIN check will confirm whether your specific vehicle's recall was remedied.
Check a Specific Saturn Aura VIN
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