2009 Saturn ASTRA Saturn ASTRA 2009

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2009 Saturn ASTRA repairs by problem area

Engine (39%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (0%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (26%)

Other (6%)

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2009 Saturn ASTRA engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (8%)

$500 - $999 (8%)

$100 - $499 (17%)

< $100 (67%)

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Chart based on 12 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2009 Saturn ASTRA 4dr Hatch

138-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

6513 mi Hot start problem, took 10 minutes before engine would start. P0116 from GM tech, coolant thermostat replaced. Lubed clutch pedal, pivot and inhibitor switch were dry. 
19220 mi replaced intake camshaft actuator solenoid 

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2009 Saturn ASTRA 4dr Hatch

138-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

11160 mi Check engine light came on. Onstar indicated it was related to fuel sensor. Dealer said there was a TSB regarding problem and updated software. Problem has not recurred. 
24680 mi Check engine light came on while driving. On Star provided error code P0014. Shop found a bulletin related to the filter around the camshaft position sensor and removed it. 
45260 mi

C $880
exhaust noise. replaced section of exhaust pipe near engine 

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2009 Saturn ASTRA 2dr Hatch

138-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

74400 mi

C $200
Thermostat and Cam Position Sensor 
111600 mi

C $1000
Ignition Coil required replacement 
36360 mi

C $100
Exhaust flex pipe corroded causing perforation. 

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2009 Saturn ASTRA 2dr Hatch

138-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

6076 mi Tried to figure out a problem with the 'TCM' module - cruise control was not working along with the TPM (tire PSI monitoring) - unable to sort out, requires expertise from GM. Done under warranty, cost me fuel, nothing else. Computer reprogrammed - car wouldn't start afterwards, sensors were replaced. Took two workdays to complete, rental provided free of charge over the weekend. 
17360 mi Two sensors broke on the same day, fuel consumption spiked and water vapor exhaust increased. 
48360 mi

C $40
Leak in Flex Pipe. Pipe patched with kit. 

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2009 Saturn ASTRA Engine Problems

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