Saturn Sky Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Saturn Sky model year (2007–2010) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Saturn Sky Years to Avoid
3 recalls · 182 complaints
5 reported injuries
Top issue: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 201
4 recalls · 112 complaints
3 reported injuries
Top issue: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 130
3 recalls · 32 complaints
Top issue: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 41
Best Saturn Sky Years to Buy
3 recalls · 0 complaints
Main area: No significant complaints
Problem score: 9
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Saturn Sky — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 3 | 0 | — | — | 9 | Excellent |
| 2009 | 3 | 32 | — | — | 41 | Good |
| 2008 | 4 | 112 | 3 | — | 130 | Caution |
| 2007 | 3 | 182 | 5 | — | 201 | Avoid |
All 4 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Saturn Sky Shopping Guide by Era
Pre-2013
Proceed with CautionOlder Sky models have more accumulated wear and a larger recall history. These are higher-risk purchases without documented maintenance records and a clean VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year Sky should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2007 Saturn Sky if possible. It has 3 recalls, 182 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 201 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year Sky to buy?+
The 2010 Saturn Sky is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 9. It has only 3 recalls and 0 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which Sky has the fewest problems?+
The 2010 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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