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2007 Saturn Sky problems

The 2007 Saturn Sky has 284 NHTSA owner complaints and 5 active recall campaigns on file. Here's the breakdown — what's serious, what's noise, and what a working mechanic would actually do about it.

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The 2007 Saturn Sky has 284 NHTSA owner complaints and 5 recalls on file (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). The most-reported system is airbags at 215 complaints, typically surfacing around 47,672 miles (~$1,100 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.

Saturn Sky owner complaints by model year
Model yearOwner complaintsRecalls
2007 Sky (this page) 284 5
2008 Sky 186 5
2009 Sky 46 4
2010 Sky 0 4
2007 Saturn Sky
Photo: IFCAR / Wikimedia Commons, Public domain · representative photo of the Saturn Sky
0 5 10
Reliability score
6.2 / 10

Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.

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Should you avoid this 2007 Sky?
Acceptable — with caveats

Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.

Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.

Buying a used 2007 Saturn Sky? Check these first

Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or make the seller fix it before you sign.

What to inspect on this specific car

⚠ The one to take seriously: electrical is flagged severe on this model , showing up around 54,068 mi. Inspect it closely on a test drive.

Recalls to confirm are done

Run the VIN from the listing — 5 active recalls on this model. Recall repairs are always free.

Verdict for buyers: 6.2/10 model. The priciest documented failure is powertrain (~$2,500) — get the seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.

We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.

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Top trouble spots 6 categories with 3+ complaints

airbags
215 reports · fails ~47,672 mi · avg $1,100
moderate
electrical
29 reports · fails ~54,068 mi · avg $850
severe
powertrain
9 reports · fails ~30,065 mi · avg $2,500
severe
brakes
5 reports · fails ~33,778 mi · avg $450
severe
steering
4 reports · fails ~8,750 mi · avg $700
severe
lighting
3 reports · fails ~36,000 mi · avg $250
moderate
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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2007 Sky · airbags
My 2007 Saturn sky with 81,000 miles on it displayed "service air bag", took it to gm dealer who diagnosed it as a passenger presence system (pps) fault and said the cost for repair would be $1000+. I paid them their diagnostic time ($105) and elected to repair myself. Removal…
12/30/2016 · at 81,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #10938739.0 · see airbags pattern →
2007 Sky · airbags
This is a 2007 Saturn Sky base. The GM recall is # 17036. Every time I contact a GM dealer for getting this recall taken care of, I am told they cannot get the parts, or that there is NOT any recall on this vehicle ! The first notice I rec'd for this recall is dated April 2017.…
2007 Sky · airbags
Dashboard message center indicating a "service air bag" message when car is started. Receive the message every time key is turned on... I understand from other owners of the Saturn sky this is a common issue related to the passenger side seat sensor. Gm will not cover the cost…
12/28/2014 · at 60,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #10668608.0 · see airbags pattern →
2007 Sky · airbags
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Saturn sky. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17v061000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.…
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Active recalls showing 3 of 5

severe NHTSA 17V061000 January 26, 2017

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2006-2010 Pontiac Solstice and 2007-2010 Saturn Sky vehicles

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.

Fix: 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.
severe NHTSA 14E021000 April 30, 2014

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

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.

Fix: 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).
severe NHTSA 14V171000 April 10, 2014

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

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.

Fix: 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.
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Common questions

Is the 2007 Saturn Sky reliable?

It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.2 out of 10 based on 284 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 Saturn Sky has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.

Should you avoid the 2007 Saturn Sky?

The 2007 Saturn Sky is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: Electrical system: 29 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 39,453–70,000 mi; Reliability score 6.2/10 — around the segment average; 5 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.

What should I check before buying a used 2007 Saturn Sky?

Inspect the airbags first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 215 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 47,672 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.

Is the 2007 Saturn Sky a good used car to buy?

It scores 6.2 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 284 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is airbags. Typical failure occurs around 47,672 miles. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.

What's the most common problem on the 2007 Saturn Sky?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 215 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 47,672 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 47,672 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Saturn Sky 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 Sky?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 284 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, 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 are not always better value.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 5 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2007/Saturn/Sky. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Saturn. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you purchase through them.
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