Saturn Aura problems
0 safety recalls. 607 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
I WAS ON MY WAY TO WAL-MART. AS I WAS DRIVING MY CAR ALL OF A SUDDEN WASN'T GOING AS I PRESSED ON GAS SO I NOTICE SOMETHING STRANGE WAS GOING ON TRIED TO SHIFT IT WOULDN'T DOWNSHIFT. THEN I PULLED INTO MIDDLE LANE THAT IS WERE IT SLOWLY STOPPED. THEN I SHUT IT OFF STARTED MY CAR…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 SATURN AURA. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE POWER STEERING SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING AND WAS DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND POURED FLUID INTO THE STEERING PUMP HOSE; HOWEVER, THE HOSE FRACTURED. THE CONTACT DROVE…
AIRBAG ALERT ON MESSAGE CENTER. WE TOOK IT IN AND THE REPAIR WAS AT LEAST A THOUSAND DOLLARS. *TR
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 SATURN AURA XR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE LIGHTS ILLUMINATED WHEN THE BRAKE WAS NOT BEING APPLIED AND WOULD NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. THE VEHICLE WAS NEVER TAKEN TO A MECHANIC OR DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF…
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Common questions
Is the 2007 Saturn Aura reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.0 out of 10 based on 607 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 Saturn Aura is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
What's the most common problem on the 2007 Saturn Aura?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is powertrain, with 167 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The powertrain is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Saturn Aura has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2007 Saturn Aura?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 607 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $2,500, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.