How many recalls does Saturn have?

NHTSA has 9 Saturn recall campaigns on record across 3 models for the 2010 model years. The most common areas are the electrical system, air bags, and seat belts.

Which Saturn has the most recalls?

The Saturn Outlook has the most recall campaigns of any Saturn model in our records. A model with more recalls is often just the brand's best-seller, on the road in larger numbers and for more years.

Is Saturn reliable when it comes to recalls?

Saturn scores 33 out of 100 for recall severity, ranking 44 of 52 makes we track. The score looks at how serious the recalls are, such as do-not-drive warnings and critical safety systems, rather than the raw count.

How do I check a Saturn for recalls?

Open the model you want from the list below to see its full recall history, or enter your 17-digit VIN on the recall check page to see the open recalls for one specific Saturn. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

Saturn Recalls (2010-2010)

Safety score

33/100

Above-average recall-severity risk Lower recall-severity risk than 16% of makes we track.

Saturn scores 33 out of 100 (grade D) for recall severity, which ranks it 44 of 52 makes and busier than most brands. The score is the recall-weighted average of its models, so the brands with the most do-not-drive and critical-safety recalls sit at the bottom. How the score works.

In total, NHTSA lists 9 Saturn recall campaigns across 3 models for the 2010-2010 model years. The single largest affected 2,440,524 vehicles. The system recalled most often is the electrical system.

A high recall count usually tracks how many cars a brand sells and how long its models have been on the road, not how dangerous they are. The safety score below adjusts for that by weighing how serious and recent each recall is. The table further down breaks every Saturn model out so you can see which ones drive the count.

Saturn recalls by affected system

Electrical System

3 Air Bags

3 Seat Belts

2 Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

1 Exterior Lighting

1 Vehicle Speed Control

1 Power Train

1 Structure

How Saturn compares

Makes ranked by recall-severity score (higher is better). Saturn is highlighted.

Rank	Make	Score	Recalls
#41	GMC	D 38	208
#42	Fiat	D 35	24
#43	Ram	D 33	194
#44	Saturn	D 33	9
#45	Mazda	D 32	78
#46	Polestar	D 29	17
#47	Rivian	D 28	22

All Saturn models

Model	Score	Recalls	Largest recall	Years
Outlook	D 32	4	1,339,355	2010
Sky	D 33	3	2,191,014	2010
Aura	D 36	2	2,440,524	2010

Recent Saturn recalls

Solstice Jan 26, 2017 · 91,007 vehicles · NHTSA 17V061000
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 …
Enclave Jun 30, 2015 · 691,144 vehicles · NHTSA 15V415000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 Buick Enclave vehicles manufactured January 3, 2007, to February 29, 2012, 2009-2012 Chevrolet Traverse vehicles manufactured July 6, …
Enclave May 20, 2014 · 1,339,355 vehicles · NHTSA 14V266000
General Motors is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 Buick Enclave vehicles manufactured April 14, 2008, through May 14, 2014, Chevrolet Traverse vehicles manufactured June 6, 2008, through May 14…
Malibu May 14, 2014 · 2,440,524 vehicles · NHTSA 14V252000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2004-2012 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured May 16, 2003, through October 11, 2012, 2004-2007 Malibu Maxx vehicles manufactured June 25, 20…
Cobalt Apr 10, 2014 · 2,191,014 vehicles · NHTSA 14V171000
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 Satur…
Enclave Mar 17, 2014 · 1,176,407 vehicles · NHTSA 14V118000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 Buick Enclave and GMC Acadia and 2009-2013 Chevrolet Traverse and 2008-2010 Saturn Outlook vehicles. In the affected vehicles, increa…
Cobalt Feb 10, 2014 · 2,190,934 vehicles · NHTSA 14V047000
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…
Malibu Sep 18, 2012 · 426,240 vehicles · NHTSA 12V460000
General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Saturn Aura and model year 2008-2010 Chevrolet Malibu and Pontiac G6 vehicles, equipped with a 4-speed automatic transmission. On these ve…

Common questions about Saturn recalls

How many recalls does Saturn have?: NHTSA has 9 Saturn recall campaigns on record across 3 models for the 2010 model years. The most common areas are the electrical system, air bags, and seat belts.
Which Saturn has the most recalls?: The Saturn Outlook has the most recall campaigns of any Saturn model in our records. A model with more recalls is often just the brand's best-seller, on the road in larger numbers and for more years.
Is Saturn reliable when it comes to recalls?: Saturn scores 33 out of 100 for recall severity, ranking 44 of 52 makes we track. The score looks at how serious the recalls are, such as do-not-drive warnings and critical safety systems, rather than the raw count.
How do I check a Saturn for recalls?: Open the model you want from the list below to see its full recall history, or enter your 17-digit VIN on the recall check page to see the open recalls for one specific Saturn. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

Recalls for other makes

Recall data comes from NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. For sourcing and how the safety score is built, see the methodology and data sources. This page is a reference, not legal or safety advice.