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Common 2009 Saturn Sky problems
The Saturn Sky, a roadster introduced in 2007, has been praised for its style and fun-to-drive quality. However, several common problems have been reported by owners, which potential buyers should be aware of.
- Airbag Issues: The most common problem with the Saturn Sky is related to the airbags. Data from CarProblemZoo indicates that 340 airbag issues have been reported, with the passenger airbag light displaying "off" and a "Service Airbag" message on the dash despite an adult passenger in the seat. This issue is typically caused by a broken passenger presence sensor in the passenger seat for the airbag system.
- Service Brakes and Hydraulic Problems: The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's service brakes and hydraulics, with 77 issues reported. This problem can manifest as a soft or spongy brake pedal, indicating a potential issue with the brake system's hydraulics.
- Low Front Chin: The Saturn Sky's low front chin is a known issue that can make it prone to scraping against parking lot curbs. This is an unavoidable issue due to the car's design.
- Door Handles Snapping: Some Saturn Sky owners have reported issues with the door handles snapping, which can be a significant inconvenience.
- Cup Holders Breaking: The cup holders in the Saturn Sky have been reported to break easily, which can be frustrating for drivers and passengers alike.
- Top Latch Loosening: The top latch of the Saturn Sky can loosen over time, which can lead to water leakages and other issues.
- Failing Trunk Support Brackets: The trunk support brackets in the Saturn Sky have been reported to fail, which can lead to issues with the trunk's functionality.
- Water Pump Issues: Some Saturn Sky owners have reported issues with the water pump, which may require the removal of certain engine parts for replacement.
- Lower Body Panels and Stone Chips: The Saturn Sky's lower body panels are prone to stone chips, which can be a cosmetic issue for owners.
- Exhaust System Issues: A small number of Saturn Sky owners have reported issues with the exhaust system, which can lead to performance and safety issues.
- Interior Issues: Some Saturn Sky owners have reported issues with the car's interior, including problems with the dashboard and other components.
- HVAC Issues: A small number of Saturn Sky owners have reported issues with the car's heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system.
- Recalled for Faulty Ignition Switch: General Motors recalled 1.6 million vehicles in 2014 due to a faulty ignition switch that has been linked to the deaths of 13 people. The Saturn Sky was one of the affected models.
- Saturn Sky Airbags: While not specifically mentioned in the search results, it's worth noting that the Saturn Sky's airbags were part of a larger recall involving 3.6 million vehicles in 2019 due to a risk of non-deployment in certain crashes. This recall affected a wide range of General Motors vehicles, including the Saturn Sky.
- Engine Problems: Some Saturn Sky owners have reported engine problems, including issues with the car's turbocharged engine.
- Transmission Problems: A small number of Saturn Sky owners have reported issues with the car's transmission, including problems with the automatic transmission.
In summary, the Saturn Sky has several common problems that potential buyers should be aware of, including airbag issues, service brake and hydraulic problems, low front chin, door handle snapping, cup holder breaking, top latch loosening, failing trunk support brackets, water pump issues, lower body panels and stone chips, exhaust system issues, interior issues, HVAC issues, recalled for faulty ignition switch, Saturn Sky airbags, engine problems, and transmission problems. It is recommended to thoroughly inspect any potential Saturn Sky purchase and consider the car's history, maintenance, and recalls before making a decision.
Why did they stop making Saturn Sky?
Due to the stipulations in the government bailout following GM's bankruptcy, the automaker was forced to end the Saturn brand altogether, as well as Pontiac and Hummer, which also resulted in the closure of GM's Lordstown assembly plant in 2009.
How many 2009 Saturn Skys were made?
Production by model year
| Model Year | Total Saturn Sky Production |
|---|---|
| 2008 | 13,662 |
| 2009 | 4,178 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| Total | 34,415 |
Is the Saturn Sky a chick car?
The Sky is an undeniably gorgeous car, the sort of design that resonates with pretty much anyone with a pulse. This is one two-seat roadster that will not be saddled with the “chick car” stigma.
Does 2009 Saturn Sky have Bluetooth?
Standard safety equipment on the 2009 Saturn Sky includes antilock disc brakes, stability control, a passenger-sensing system for safer airbag operation and OnStar. Bluetooth hands-free calling is standard on the Red Line and an option for the base model.
2009 Saturn Sky car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Saturn Sky problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Air bags problems
- Electrical system problems
- Seats problems
- Power train problems
- Service brakes problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2009 Saturn Sky vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2009 Saturn Sky
The NHTSA has received 46 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2009 Saturn Sky. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2009 Saturn Sky vehicles.
2023-09-29
AIR BAGS,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-11-24
- VIN: 1G8MN35B49Y
- Components: AIR BAGS,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: Ignition was replaced under recall and now the passenger air bag light is on and will not go out and passenger side airbag is inop. ABS Ecm failed and replacement cost was $1300.00. This is a known issue and should be investigated. Thank you [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
2023-01-20
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-07-01
- VIN: 1G8MB35B19Y
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2009 Saturn Sky. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the passenger’s side air bag warning light remained illuminated. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were contacted regarding the failure, but no assistance was offered. The contact indicated that the vehicle was previously serviced under the NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V061000 (Air Bags); for which a temporary repair was performed, but later the manufacturer refused to permanently repair the vehicle. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 58,500.
2022-12-19
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-12-19
- VIN: 1G8MT35X09Y
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: Vehicle only has 5000 miles on it purchased new in 2009 has ignition problem and airbag service problem
2022-06-07
AIR BAGS,SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-06-07
- VIN: 1G8MN35B49Y
- Components: AIR BAGS,SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: The contact owns a 2009 Saturn Sky. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the passenger's side air bag and electronic brake control module (EBCM) warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the passenger's side air bag and EBCM needed to be replaced. The dealer replaced the EBCM; however, the passenger's side air bag was not replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 35,000.
2022-05-20
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-05-16
- VIN: 1G8MN35BX9Y
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2009 Saturn Sky. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the air bag warning light was illuminated, with the service air bag message displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the front passenger’s side air bag needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and remained at the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that the vehicle had previously been serviced by the dealer under NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V061000 (Air Bag). The failure mileage was approximately 14,000.
2021-07-01
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-07-01
- VIN: 1g8mg35x29y
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: In 2019 I took my car in for a recall I had received. It was for the PPS. Instead of replacing the faulty system, they simply put a "reinforcement" piece of tape over the faulty system. I rarely drive the car and I rarely have passengers. 2 years and almost 5k miles later, now the faulty system is broken. The sensor in the seat has failed. No surprise there. The dealership is trying to charge me $1400 to replace the faulty sensor that should have been replaced 2 years ago. This is causing anyone who possible is a passenger in my car to be at risk, since now that the sensor is broken, the air bag will not deploy. Other people with this car have had or are having the same issue. I do not understand why a tape fix was approved and implemented for something so serious as the safety of my passengers.
2021-01-29
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-01-20
- VIN: 1G8MN35B99Y
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: THE GAUGES ILLUMINATION IS VERY POOR SINCE THE GAUGES ARE SO DEEP SET IN THE DASH. I CAN HARDLY READ THE SPEEDOMETER DURING THE DAY, ISN,T VERY BRIGHT EVEN AT NITE. THE MFG. SHOULD DO A RECALL TO UPGRADE THE DASH LIGHTS.
2021-01-25
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-01-25
- VIN: 1G8MT35X49Y
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER IS SET DEEP INTO THE INSTRUMENT PANEL FOR STYLING PURPOSES. AS A RESULT, THE GAUGES ARE VERY DARK AND CANNOT BE READ DURING DAYTIME DRIVING. GM SHOULD MAKE A SOFTWARE PATCH AVAILABLE TO TURN ON THE BACK LIGHTING TO THE GAUGES DAY OR NIGHT WHEN THE IGNITION IS TURNED ON. OTHER VEHICLES ARE SETUP THIS WAY. THE SATURN SKY SHOULD TOO. HOW CAN I DRIVE SAFE WHEN I CANNOT SEE HOW FAST I AM GOING?
2020-12-09
SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-06-01
- VIN: 1G8MN35B49Y
- Components: SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN
- Summary: STEERING SENSOR,STEERING POSITION,LOST COMM YAW RATE SENSOR,LOST COMM STEERING RATE' SERVICE WARNING LIGHT ON ,TRACTION CONTROL ABS BRAKING MALFUNCTION. BLOGS INDICATE THIS HAS BEEN A COMMON GENERAL MOTORS ISSUE AMONG SATURN AND OTHER MODELS
2020-09-04
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-09-02
- VIN: 1G8MG35X79Y
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: I TOOK MY 2009 SATURN SKY REDLINE TO A GM DEALER ON 9/18/2018 FOR GM RECALL 17036. THEY PERFORMED THE WORK (INSTALLED REINFORCEMENT), BUT LESS THAN 2 YEARS LATER, WITH LESS THAN 2500 MILES SINCE THE REPAIR, THE "SERVICE AIRBAG" LIGHT CAME ON. ON 9/2/2020, I TOOK IT BACK TO THE DEALER, WHO SAYS THE PASSENGER SEAT SENSOR MUST BE REPLACED, AT A COST TO ME OF $1182. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE FOR WHICH GM SHOULD BE RESPONSIBLE. THE CAR WAS BARELY USED SINCE THE RECALL WORK WAS DONE, AND IT'S OBVIOUS THAT THE SENSOR WAS ON THE VERGE OF FAILURE AT THAT TIME. TOTAL MILEAGE ON THE CAR NOW IS 25,000.
2020-07-06
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-01-26
- VIN: 1G8MB35B49Y
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: YEARLY, I TRY TO GET MY AIRBAG RECALL COMPLETED AND NO DEALERSHIP CAN SUPPORT MY REQUEST.
2020-03-03
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-03-03
- VIN: 1G8MN35B49Y
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: PASSENGER AIR BAG RECALL 17036 ISSUE AFTER THE TEMPORARY FIX WITH THE SAME ISSUE BUT THE $1200 MODULE KIT NEEDING TO BE REPLACED. THIS ISSUE IS FOR THE PASSENGERS BEING AT RISK WHEN RIDING IN THE CAR. A COMPLETE FIX OF THE RECALL SHOULD BE COMPLETED NOT A TEMPORARY FIX. IT SHOULDN'T COST THE CAR OWNER AN EXTREME COST OF $1200 FOR SOMETHING THAT SHOULD HAVE BEEN FIXED IN THE RECALL.
2019-06-12
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-05-01
- VIN: 1G8MG35X09Y
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: PASSENGER SIDE SEAT AIR BAG SUPPRESSION MODULE NEEDS SERVICE. DEALERSHIP SAYS THAT IT WILL BE $1200 FOR THE REPAIR, BUT I FOUND A RECALL (17V061000) FOR THE SAME PROBLEM, BUT WHEN I ENTER MY VIN, IT DOESN'T SAY MY VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED. THEY SAID NEITHER AIR BAG WILL FUNCTION IF THIS SERVICE LIGHT COMES ON. THIS VEHICLE IS STORED ALL WINTER. WHEN WE UNCOVERED IT THIS SPRING, THE LIGHT WAS ON.
2019-05-29
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-05-23
- VIN: 1G8MT35X69Y
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: RETURNED VEHICLE TO DEALER FOR PPS RECALL, INVOICE STATES REINFORCEMENT INSTALLED, AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT AND DISPLAY INDICATOR NOW STAYS ON CONSTANTLY WHEN IGNITION IS ON.
2019-02-04
POWER TRAIN,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-01-01
- VIN: 1G8MN35B89Y
- Components: POWER TRAIN,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: 2009 SATURN SKY BASE MODEL (2.4-LITER INLINE-FOUR ENGINE 177 HP). ISSUE#1: IN MOTION, HAPPENS ON BOTH CITY STREETS/HIGHWAYS) AT ABOUT ~30MPH (AND UP TO ~70MPH), THE TRANSMISSION WILL SHIFT DOWN A GEAR HARD ENOUGH TO PULL YOUR BODY FORWARD VIOLENTLY. MY FAULT CODES ARE P0011 AND P0022 BEING THE 'PRINCIPLE' CODE POINTING TO THE "ACTUATOR, SOLENOID CONTROL" OTHER CONSUMERS HAVE REPORTED THE SAME PROBLEMS WITH THEIR AUTOMATIC SKY ROADSTERS, MODELS 2007-2009. GM/SATURN HAS FAILED TO ISSUE ANY RECALLS OR EXTENDED COVERAGES AS OF NOW. HTTPS://WWW.SKYROADSTER.COM/FORUMS/F5/DOOR-CHIMES-GOING-OFF-OTHER-ISSUES-39368/ ISSUE#2: IN MOTION THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP CAME ON ABOUTH 10-MONTHS AGO AND SINCE THEN I'VE NOTICED A LACK OF ENGINE POWER. UPON ATTEMPTING TO RENEW MY ANNUAL SAFETY VEHICLE INSPECTION, THE VEHICLE FAILED TEST DUE TO A THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER.
2018-03-12
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-03-09
- VIN: 1G8MB35B49Y
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL... I AM STILL WAITING. ACCORDING TO THE DEALERSHIP, THE PARTS HAVE NOT BEEN RECEIVED YET. I RECEIVED ANOTHER NOTICE FOR THE RECALL ON 3/09/2018.
2018-02-15
VISIBILITY,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-03-01
- VIN: 1G8MP35B49Y
- Components: VISIBILITY,AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 SATURN SKY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V061000 (AIR BAGS) EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR REPAIR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED THE RECALL NOTIFICATION IN MARCH OF 2017. THE CONTACT SPOKE WITH HENDRICK CHEVROLET (100 AUTO MALL DRIVE, CARY, NORTH CAROLINA 27511, PHONE (919) 439-5132) SEVERAL TIMES CONCERNING THE RECALL. THE DEALER STATED THAT PARTS WERE UNAVAILABLE FOR THE REPAIR. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO HAVE THE DEALER REPAIR THE RECALL; HOWEVER; THEY DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DO SO. WHILE THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT WAS OCCUPIED, THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. ALSO, THE WINDSHIELD WIPER AND AIR CONDITIONING FAILED TO OPERATE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 59,000. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
2017-09-29
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-06-01
- VIN: 1G8MB35B09Y
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 SATURN SKY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR REMAINED ILLUMINATED WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO GWATNEY CHEVROLET (1301 TP WHITE DR, JACKSONVILLE, AR 72076, (501) 295-4448) AND STATED THAT THE CONTACT WOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE REPAIR COST. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED DUE TO THE COST. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V061000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 80,000. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
2017-08-09
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-03-17
- VIN: 1G8MT35X29Y
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 SATURN SKY. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V061000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT CALLED WALLACE CHEVROLET (772-287-3232 LOCATED AT 3575 SE FEDERAL HWY, STUART, FL 34997) WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT. UPDATED 10/17/17*LJ CONSUMER STATED AIR BAGS WAS FIXED, BUT THE LIGHT ON THE DASH BOARD WAS NOT. UPDATED 10/4/18*JB
2017-04-14
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-04-07
- VIN: 1G8MG35X09Y
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: NOTICED IN APRIL 2017 THAT "SERVICE AIRBAG" DASH LIGHT HAS STAYED ON CONSTANTLY. AT THE SAME TIME THE "PASSENGER AIR BAG" INDICATOR ALWAYS DISPLAYS"OFF". THAI IS WHILE A PASSENGER IS SITTING IN THE SEAT. THE CAR HAS 23,228 MILES CURRENTLY. I BELIEVE IT IS A SAFETY ISSUE. I'M WORRIED THAT SYSTEM MAY NOT WORK IN A CAR CRASH.
2017-03-21
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-01-26
- VIN: 1G8MB35B99Y
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 SATURN SKY. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V061000 (AIR BAGS). THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
2016-08-29
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-07-01
- VIN: 1G8MN35B39Y
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: AIR BAG LIGHT ON PASSENGER SIDE HAS BEEN ON SINCE 50,000 MILES. TESTED AT DEALER AND IT IS THE SENSOR SYSTEM IN THE SEAT. TO REPLACE IT IT TAKES ABOUT 800 DOLLARS.
2016-08-23
AIR BAGS,SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-04-01
- VIN: 1G8MB35B29Y
- Components: AIR BAGS,SEATS
- Summary: PASSENGER SEAT AIRBAG SENSOR INOPERABLE. MAKES WHOLE AIRBAG SYSTEM INOPERABLE. WITH ADULT RIDING PASSENGER IN THE PASSENGER SEAT, PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF LIGHT IS ILLUMINATED.
2016-06-16
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-05-15
- VIN: 1G8MN35B19Y
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: AIR BAG SERVICE LIGHT COMES ON WHEN YOU START THE CAR. DEALER SAYS $1000.00 TO FIX.
2016-05-26
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-12
- VIN: 1G8MT35X09Y
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: GM 2009 SATURN SKY PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG SEAT OCCUPANCY SENSOR HAS PREMATURELY GONE BAD AT 14,000 MILES. LIGHT COMES ON WHILE DRIVING THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG SYSTEM IS DISABLED. THIS IS THE SAME SENSOR AS THE GM CADILLAC CTS WHICH HAS A RECALL, BUT THE SATURN SKY DOES NOT. I HAVE TAKEN TO A GM DEALER, TESTED AND THEY SAY THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG WILL NOT DEPLOY WITH THE BLADDER SENSOR BAD. ON THE SATURN SKY FORUM, THIS IS HAPPENING TO MOST ALL SATURN SKY'S AND PONTIAC SOLSTICE CARS (WHICH ARE OUT OF PRODUCTION) BUT THIS IS STILL A SAFETY ISSUE. I WOULD HATE TO THINK OF AN ACCIDENT OCCURRING AND GM AND THE NHTSA KNOWING OF THIS ISSUE FROM NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS SINCE 2014 AND STILL NOT RECALLED AS OF TODAY MAY 26, 2016! GM WAITED TOO LONG ON THE KEY ISSUE, THEY SHOULD NOT WAIT ON THE AIR BAG SENSOR ISSUE AS THE CADILLAC CTS CURRENTLY HAS A RECALL!
2009 Saturn Sky recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the 2009 Saturn Sky.
2017-01-26
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
- Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2006-2010 Pontiac Solstice and 2007-2010 Saturn Sky vehicles. The Passenger Air Bag Suppression System (PPS) sensor may become bent or damaged within the front passenger seat, possibly disabling the front passenger air bag.
- Consequence: In the event of a crash, if the front passenger air bag does not deploy as intended, the front passenger has an increased risk of injury.
- Remedy: The remedy for this recall is still under development. A permanent remedy is currently under development. The recall began February 26, 2018. Owners may contact Pontiac customer service at 1-800-762-2737 or Saturn customer service at 1-800-553-6000. GM's number for this recall is 17036.
2014-04-30
- Manufacturer: UCI-FRAM Group
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
- Summary: 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 use on various General Motors model and model year vehicles during repair and replacement of the original ignition switch. The weight on the key ring and/or road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the affected ignition switches to move out of the run position, turning off the engine and disabling the air bags.
- Consequence: If the ignition switch moves from the run position to accessory, the car would stall and the air bags will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of personal injury to the occupants.
- 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. UCI-Fram's purchasers should contact UCI-FRAM Group at 1-800-890-2075. GM vehicle owners requiring additional information on that recall campaign should contact GM at 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), 1-800-762-2737 (Pontiac) or 1-800-553-6000 (Saturn).
2014-04-10
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
- Summary: 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. In the affected vehicles, the key can be removed from the ignition when the ignition is not in the "Off" position.
- Consequence: If the key can be removed from the ignition when the ignition is not in the "off" position, the vehicle could roll away: (a) for an automatic transmission, if the transmission is not in the "Park" position; or (b) for a manual transmission, if the parking brake is not engaged and the transmission is not in the "Reverse" position. This potential for rollaway increases the risk for a crash and occupant or pedestrian injuries.
- 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 necessary, re-learn two ignition/door keys for each vehicle. For vehicles that were built with the redesigned ignition cylinder or had the ignition cylinder replaced with the redesigned part, dealers will cut and, if necessary, re-learn two ignition/door keys for each vehicle. The recall began on April 18, 2014. Chevrolet owners may contact General Motors at 1-800-222-1020, Pontiac owners at 1-800-762-2737, and Saturn owners at 1-800-553-6000. General Motors' number for this recall is 14113 for the ignition lock cylinder and key replacement, and 14133 for only key replacements. Note: Until a vehicle has been remedied, owners and operators are advised that when exiting, to be sure that the vehicle is in "Park," or in the case of a manual transmission, that the vehicle is in the "Reverse" position and the parking brake is engaged.
2014-02-10
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: 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. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on February 10, 2014 that they are recalling 619,122 model year 2005-2007 Chevrolet Cobalt, and 2007 Pontiac G5 vehicles. On February 25, 2014, GM increased the recall to include an additional 748,024 model year 2006-2007 Chevrolet HHR and Pontiac Solstice vehicles and 2003-2007 Saturn Ion vehicles and 2007 Saturn Sky vehicles. In these models, the weight on the key ring and/or road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine. On March 27, 2014, GM notified the agency that the defective ignition switches may have been used as service replacement parts on other vehicles, and as a result GM will be recalling certain model year 2008-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, Saturn Sky, and Pontiac G5 and Solstice, and 2008-2011 Chevrolet HHR vehicles. The part numbers for the service parts are 10392423 (a/k/a ACDelco D1461F), 10392737, 15857948, 15854953, 15896640, and 25846762. This expansion represents an additional 823,788 vehicles.
- Consequence: If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- 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. Owners of 2008 and later vehicles will be mailed an interim letter on April 21, 2014. All affected owners will receive another letter once parts are available. The recall began on April 18, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020, Pontiac at 1-800-762-2737 or Saturn at 1-800-553-6000. GM's number for the initial recall is 13454 and 14063 for the expansion. GMs recall number for the vehicles that may have received the replacement parts is 14092. Note: Until the recall repairs have been performed, it is very important that customers remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the vehicle key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. Always wear your seatbelt.
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https://www.skyroadster.com/threads/problems-problems-problems.31314/
May 30, 2009 ... The SKY is full of little surprises. You've named several. Door sills. Rattles. Tail light moisture. Paint issues. There are more. Top issues ( ...
Q&A: 2008 Saturn Sky Redline Turbo - Common Issues & Upgrades
https://www.justanswer.com/saturn/ai3an-2008-saturn-sky-redline-two-issues.html
Jun 23, 2017 ... I have a 2008 Saturn Sky Redline. Two issues have come up with it. First is an intermittent CEL that give two codes.
Is the Saturn Sky/Pontiac Solstice a good car? | Pontiac Solstice Forum
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May 25, 2019 ... The common issues are water pump failures, broken door handles, and engine cam actuator solenoids, and some reports of loose hub bolts. There ...
Other years of Saturn Sky
Are you having problems with your 2009 Saturn Sky?
Joel VonRueden 2025-10-17
I'm so glad you decided to buy this car! It's a shame that the deal with Penske fell through due to union issues, but I still believe this car deserved to be developed. Personally, I love mine and even park it in the winter. It's always fun to embarrass Mustang owners on the road. Just remember to be careful at high speeds and keep an eye on the tachometer. While some may argue that the Mazda Lotus knockoff is a better car, I strongly disagree. In fact, I'm even considering buying one or two more myself, and I'm on the lookout for a Solstice Coupe'.
Gustave Block 2025-10-16
I have the turbo with automatic transmission. I find the car to be really enjoyable to drive. Unfortunately, the turbo failed (specifically the waste gate servo) after only 210 miles. The car gets great gas mileage, achieving 28 MPG at 65 MPH and 31 MPG at 70 MPH, as long as you don't put your foot down too hard. I mostly use it for my 70-mile round trip commute on the interstate. My primary complaint is the poor ergonomic interior design and the lack of a few features. The window and mirror controls are located under your elbow, which is not ideal. They should have been placed on the door along with the electric door lock. The power seat only moves up and down, which causes the seat to move forward as it is raised. I have to manually adjust it back. Additionally, there should be a vanity mirror on the passenger side. The ride is a little rough, but the seats are very comfortable.
Jarrell Bins 2025-10-06
Firstly, it's important to note that this car should never be your primary means of transport. It's strictly a toy. However, if you're looking for a fun and attention-grabbing toy, you can't go wrong with a Saturn Sky Redline. While it does have its quirks, with the right price and modifications, it can be a mature male's dream car. It's been described as 'sex on wheels' and can definitely hold its own against other cars. My personal philosophy is that my car is made for the twists, but if all you can do is go straight, I'll still run with you! I've even had Porsches and Shelbys give me the thumbs up. I'm not a racer, but whether it's on the strip or on the highway, it's easy to have fun and earn respect. If you do decide to get the car, I highly recommend ordering a 'Pro-Beam' to fix the suspension and getting the 'Trifecta budget Tune'. With those upgrades, you'll feel like you're 19 again. Just remember to be responsible while you're having fun!
Marcel O'Conner 2025-10-02
The manual top is lightweight and easy and quick to put up and down. Also, the mileage is actually better on the Red Line - they got it backwards. And most people get better mileage than the EPA estimates. In fact, I average 32-35 on the freeway and about 26 in town. If you want to have fun and meet people, then buying a Sky is a great idea! People flock to it.
Virgil Boyer 2025-10-01
Great car! I'm so happy I bought this used with only 8030 miles on it. The Sky is an amazing sports car that's so much fun to drive. People just can't help but stare when you pass them on the road. While the trunk space is understandably limited due to its small size, it's still more than enough for a sports car. I can't help but wonder why Saturn didn't advertise this car more. In my opinion, GM should definitely pick up the Sky and continue making more of this model. The gas mileage is fantastic, and the top is so easy to put up and down. It's just a great little sexy car that's perfect for anyone, even a grandma like me who's turning 60. If you can find one, I highly recommend buying one!