How many recalls does the 2008 Saturn Sky have?

The 2008 Saturn Sky has 4 NHTSA safety recall campaigns on record.

How do I check if my 2008 Saturn Sky has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA's official recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls) to see open, unrepaired recalls for your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free.

What do owners complain about most on the 2008 Saturn Sky?

Of 216 NHTSA complaints on file, the most-reported component is air bags.

2008 Saturn Sky Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2008 Saturn Sky has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 4,474,437 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 216 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the air bags. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

AIR BAGS 17V061000 2017-01-26 91,007 affected

Defect

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.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 14V171000 2014-04-10 2,191,014 affected

Defect

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…

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…

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…

AIR BAGS 14V047000 2014-02-10 2,190,934 affected

Defect

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,…

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…

SEAT BELTS 07V454000 2007-09-26 1,482 affected

Defect

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 207, "SEATING SYSTEMS." AND STANDARD NO. 210, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGES." THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE ONE TO FOUR INBOARD SEAT STUD FASTENERS THAT DO NOT MEET SPECIFICATION FOR STRENGTH.

Consequence

IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT AND SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY MAY NOT RESTRAIN THE OCCUPANT AS INTENDED AND COULD RESULT IN INJURY TO THE OCCUPANT.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE INBOARD SEAT STUDS AND, IF NECESSARY, REMOVE THE STUD AND INSTALL A BOLT FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 10, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668 AND SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876.

Complaints by component

AIR BAGS

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM

SERVICE BRAKES

SEATS

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST

ENGINE

Total complaints216

What owners report

Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.

“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 air bag light in the…”

AIR BAGS · reported 2025-07-21

“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 air bag light in the…”

SEATS · reported 2025-07-21

“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. The vehicle was…”

AIR BAGS · reported 2024-09-25

“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?”

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · reported 2024-05-03

“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?”

UNKNOWN OR OTHER · reported 2024-05-03

“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 performance 1 3- 0031-00…”

AIR BAGS · reported 2024-04-02

“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.”

AIR BAGS · reported 2024-01-09

“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.”

SERVICE BRAKES · reported 2023-06-07

Defect investigations

Investigation DP16001 Opened 2016-05-16 · closed 2017-04-24

Passenger Sensing System Sensor Mat

The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) received a petition requesting the opening of an investigation into the air bag system on model year 2006-2010 Pontiac Solstice and 2007-2010 Saturn Sky, the subject vehicles.The petitioner raised the issue of failure of the Passenger Sensing System for the front passenger…

Investigation DP20002 Opened 2020-02-07 · closed 2022-10-27

HVAC Blower Motor Connector

The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has completed its review of a Defect Petition received December 12, 2019 requesting an investigation into the possibility of passenger compartment fires attributed to overheating HVAC blower motor connectors in Model Years (MY) 2006-2010 Pontiac Solstice and Saturn Sky…