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This 2008 Saturn Sky has 186 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Airbag Malfunctions.
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2008 Saturn Sky Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 4 2008 Saturn Sky trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 4 trims analysed.
2008 Saturn Sky Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star ProgramOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
Not RatedFrontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
Not RatedSource: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2008 Saturn Sky has 186 owner complaints, 8 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Airbag Malfunctions. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Saturn
- Model
- Sky
- Model year
- 2008
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 186
- Crash-related complaints
- 8
- Safety recall campaigns
- 0
- Top reported component
- Airbag Malfunctions
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 21
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 19 / 25
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Common problems
Most common 2008 Saturn Sky problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Airbag Malfunctions
Brake System
Hydraulic
Complaint patterns center on Airbag Malfunctions, Brake System, Hydraulic. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2008 Saturn Sky?
This SATURN SKY year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection.
Model-year complaint trends can reveal recurring trouble spots before you spend money on inspections, financing, or repairs.
May Suit
This year may suit buyers who prioritize complete maintenance records and pass a pre-purchase inspection.
May Want to Avoid
Buyers who want a lower-risk ownership profile may prefer comparing nearby model years before committing.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2008 Saturn Sky
Inspection Focus
- Inspect the most frequently reported complaint components on this model year
- Confirm recall repairs were completed and documented
- Check for accident damage, title brands, and mileage inconsistencies on the exact VIN
Before You Close the Deal
- Run a VIN check on the specific vehicle you are considering
- Verify all open recalls are completed at nhtsa.gov/recalls
- Request service records for the most-reported complaint components
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AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
The SATURN SKY has 186 NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. 8 complaints involve crash-related incidents. This data reflects owner-reported issues submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Recall context: No recalls are currently on record in this dataset, but buyers should still verify recall status by VIN because campaigns can be added later.
- 186 total complaints filed with NHTSA
- 0 federal recall campaigns
- 8 crash-related complaints on record
- Review NHTSA complaint history for the most-reported components
- Check recall completion status at nhtsa.gov/recalls
- Verify service records for frequently complained components
Full breakdown
All 2008 Saturn Sky complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2008 Saturn Sky. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airbag Malfunctions | 94 | 2 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 73 | 6 | 1 | — | |
| Hydraulic | 59 | 4 | 1 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 18 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Air | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 2 | — | 1 | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2008 Saturn Sky. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
the passenger seat air bag sensor was recalled. I took the car to dealer and they said they fixed the recall. now 3 years later, if a passenger sits in the seat the light comes on saying air bag sensor is ON one second later the light says the air bag sensor is OFF and the red a…
The contact owns a 2008 Saturn Sky. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the module kit, the OCS sensor, and the four retainers were faulty and needed to be replaced.…
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?
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. 1- 004A-00 Communication fault 2- 0033-00 Internal electronic perform…
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. Now, this issue is not covered and requires a 1200 dollar charge, which should be covered in the recall.
When pressing on the brakes in reverse, they fail to stop the resistance is very hard, like stepping on a brick, and it does nothing to slow the vehicle. I had to throw the emergency brake on and put the car in gear in order to stop it from rolling backwards.
unknown
reset air bags 7/22
Passenger presence seat sensor stop working and disabled passenger air bags due to issue from previous recall that was supposed to be fix.
DURING A LOW VOLTAGE CONDITION THE PROGRAMMING FOR THE TPMS AND SECURITY FEATURES WAS LOST. 2ND TIME IT HAPPENED. DEALER SAYS IT IS A DESIGN PROBLEM THAT REQUIRES SOFTWARE UPDATE. I PAID ONCE FOR THE UPDATE BUT THE PROBLEM PERSISTS.
THIS LIGHT COMES ON AND OFF RANDOM. BEEN DOING THIS SINCE I HAD THE CAR. IN MANY FORUMS THERE IS A LOT OF THE SAME COMPLAINTS
I AM TRYING TO REPLACE THE TURBOCHARGED UNIT BUT ALL 3 PURCHASE HAD AN INTERNAL CRACK. IS THIS A COMMON PROBLEM UNKNOWN BY CONSUMERS? SHOULD I BE WORRIED THAT THIS PROBLEM WILL CONTINUE?
INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTS ARE NOT ILLUMINATED DURING DAYTIME, MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO SEE THE SPEEDOMETER, GAS GAUGE, ETC. THIS IS TRUE WHETHER THE CAR IS IN MOTION OR NOT. THE INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTS SHOULD BE ON WHENEVER THE IGNITION SWITCH IS ON.
WHEN FIRST STARTING ENGINE IN THE MORNING OR AFTER VEHICLE SITS FOR A BIT, THE BREAKS LITERALLY DO NOT WORK. THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM ACROSS THE INTERNET AND ONE THAT NOBODY AT THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT ANY DEALERSHIP HAS A CLUE HOW TO FIX. IF MY CAR ROLLS INTO THE STREET OF MY …
THIS IS A CONTINUATION OF THE DESCRIPTION OF THE "TPMS SYSTEM INOPERATIVE" FOR THE SAME VIN. WHEN THE VEHICLE BATTERY IS REPLACED AS PART OF NORMAL MAINTENANCE THE TPMS SYSTEM FAILS TO WORK. THIS PROBLEM HAS BEEN ACKNOWLEDGED BY GENERAL MOTORS IN BULLETIN 08-03-16-001B. FURTHE…
THE 2008 SATURN SKY HAS A SAFETY DEFECT WHEREBY THE TPMS (TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM) BECOMES INOPERATIVE DURING GENERAL MAINTENANCE. THE TIRE PRESSURE DISPLAY WILL NOT DISPLAY ANY TIRE PRESSURE DATA WHILE THE VEHICLE IS STATIONARY OR MOVING. WHEN THE VEHICLE BATTERY IS REP…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 SATURN SKY. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE FRONT PASSENGER'S AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE AIR BAGS SENSOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS DI…
TOOK VEHICLE IN FOR RECALL ON PASSENGER PRESENCE SENSOR. RECALL #17036. NOW, VEHICLE DISPLAYS A AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT. IT HAD NEVER DISPLAYED A WARNING LIGHT PRIOR TO RECALL.
AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. WE BOUGHT VEHICLE 8/21/2018 WITH 26639 MILES. WE TOOK IT TO GM DEALER TO HAVE NEW KEY FOB PROGRAMED AND THEY TOLD US ABOUT THE RECALL AND WE TOOK IT IN FOR THAT WHICH THE WARNING LIGHT HAD NEVER CAME ON BEFORE THEY WORKED ON IT AND NOW IT HAS.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 SATURN SKY. THE CONTACT STATED AFTER GETTING HIS VEHICLE REMEDIED FOR A RECALL NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V061000 (AIR BAGS) BACK IN OCTOBER 2018 THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE DEALER AUTOMOTIVE MASTERS 3815 WASHINGTON RD, AUGUST…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2008 Saturn Sky.
Safety recalls
2008 Saturn Sky recalls
0 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2008 Saturn Sky. No recalls are currently on record in this dataset, but buyers should still verify recall status by VIN because campaigns can be added later. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
No NHTSA recalls were found for this model year. Recalls can be added at any time — confirm open-recall status on the exact VIN or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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Questions
2008 Saturn Sky buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2008 Saturn Sky reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 186 owner complaints, 8 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns for this model year. This SATURN SKY year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Saturn Sky?▾
#1: Airbag Malfunctions (94 complaints). #2: Brake System (73 complaints). #3: Hydraulic (59 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2008 Saturn Sky?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2008 Saturn Sky?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2008 Saturn Sky, NHTSA complaints include 8 crash-related reports and 1 fire reports out of 186 total complaints. 8 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2008 Saturn Sky have any recalls?▾
No NHTSA recall campaigns were found for the 2008 Saturn Sky in the current data. Always verify with a VIN check as recalls can be added at any time.
Should I buy a 2008 Saturn Sky?▾
This SATURN SKY year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection. Model-year complaint trends can reveal recurring trouble spots before you spend money on inspections, financing, or repairs. Pay extra attention to Airbag Malfunctions during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpectorAI.
Wider context: See the full Saturn Sky reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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