Saturn ASTRA Problems and Repair Histories
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Saturn ASTRAs for which no problems have been reported are not displayed. So the Saturn ASTRA problems and repair histories you see here should not be used to infer car problem frequency.
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Saturn ASTRA Reliability through December 31, 2012
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year | Make/Model | Trips/Year/100 Cars | Compared to all models for the same year | |
| 2008 | Saturn ASTRA | 102 ASTRAs, 9.7 months of data per ASTRA, average 47200 miles 40 |
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2009 Saturn ASTRA 4dr Hatch
138-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Saturn ASTRA in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 14260 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2010 | 19220 | 0 | replaced intake camshaft actuator solenoid |
| Aug | 2012 | 50220 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Saturn ASTRA in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2009 | 0 | Trunk trim replaced, took an hour (showed up without an appointment on a friday morning.) | |
| Jan | 2010 | 0 | 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. | |
| Oct | 2010 | 15500 | 0 | Airbag light in dash. replaced the CIM |
| Dec | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2009 Saturn ASTRA 4dr Hatch
138-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Saturn ASTRA in Alberta, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 6820 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 11160 | 0 | 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. |
| Feb | 2012 | 19800 | 0 | Tire pressure monitor came on despite tire pressure being correct. 2nd occurrence since putting winter tires on. 1st time was re-set by tire center. 2nd time dealer replaced sensor. |
| Nov | 2012 | 24480 | 0 | 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. Signal light sometimes won't stay on in cold weather. Dealer replaced turn signal multifunction switch. Part 13129642. |
| Mar | 2013 | 27280 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2009 Saturn ASTRA 2dr Hatch
138-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Saturn ASTRA in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 4340 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2010 | 11180 | 0 | Computer reprogrammed - car wouldn't start afterwards, sensors were replaced. Took two workdays to complete, rental provided free of charge over the weekend. 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. |
| Oct | 2010 | 17360 | 0 | Two sensors broke on the same day, fuel consumption spiked and water vapor exhaust increased. |
| Nov | 2010 | 17660 | 0 | So turns out the other sensor wasn't broken, it only reported low pressure in the tires due to the temperature, which oddly enough self ajusted over time. CEL: cause was camshaft actuator solenoid, problem is a common mechanical failure. Rattles in glove box (opening it and slamming it shut seems to sort that one out for about a day), dash (intermittent), rear seat-mounted cup holder (actually fixed). Attempted fixes only work under certain climate conditions (those damn molecules, right? |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Saturn ASTRA in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2010 | 11160 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 15500 | 0 | ABS, TRAC Control and Check Engine lights indicated problem as well as fluctuating speedometer when parked. Dealer diagnosed as bad wheel speed sensor. Repair involved replacing the left front wheel hub (which includes the sensor). |
| Sep | 2012 | 23560 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2008 Saturn ASTRA 4dr Hatch
138-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Saturn ASTRA in Newfoundland / Lab., Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2008 | 1860 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2008 | 2480 | 0 | The car has a sensor for tire pressure which kept going off. Problem was the valve stems in both front tires which were replaced. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Saturn ASTRA in Minnesota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2008 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2008 | 1000 | 0 | CD player wouldn't eject disks, wouldn't read disks. Error code found on computer, Player replaced. |
| Jul | 2008 | 2000 | 0 | sqeaking sunroof. Fixed with a silicon lube. |
| Oct | 2008 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2008 Saturn ASTRA 4dr Hatch
138-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Saturn ASTRA in Connecticut, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2008 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2008 | 10000 | 0 | Damn tire pressure light came on....again |
| Apr | 2009 | 25000 | 59 | chrome peeling off front grill |
| Jul | 2009 | 31000 | 0 | Part came in and was wrong part. Dealer very lax about calling when parts come in. Have to keep on top of them |
| Sep | 2009 | 34000 | 0 | Finally got right part in. problem repaired |
| Jan | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2008 Saturn ASTRA 2dr Hatch
138-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Saturn ASTRA in Arkansas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2008 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2008 | 9000 | 0 | Check engine light on, fuel system vapor leak. Light was reset. Told that parts would be replaced if light comes on again. |
| Aug | 2008 | 14000 | 0 | A/C not cooling properly. Was low on refrigerant. Recharged. No leak found. A/C seems to still not be cooling properly, but worked fine during dealer diagnosis. |
| Sep | 2008 | 15000 | 0 | At the last visit the diagnosis showed the AC was fine, but they ordered parts anyway. At this trip they found the compressor was bad, and replaced it along with the expansion valve. |
| Oct | 2009 | 35000 | 0 | Replaced fuel filler neck and gas cap due to poor design. Faulty oxygen sensor, could not remove due to crossthreading at factory, manifold assembly had to be replaced. Engine light came back on, will go back in shop, so repair outcome is pending. Shop said computer needed to be reset because of oxygen sensor replacement. Engine light came back on after reset. Fuel pump failed pressure test and replaced. No problems or check engine light since. |
| Sep | 2012 | 66000 | 55 | Got a check engine light, code indicated the evaporative emissions purge valve was bad. I got this code several months ago, I reset it, but since it came back on again I replaced the part. Got the part for $55 and put it in myself. |
| Nov | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Saturn ASTRA in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2008 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2008 | 1000 | 0 | Electric radiator fan replaced |
| Jun | 2008 | 1000 | 0 | 1 blown fan fuse. Electric cooling fan replaced 2nd trip. Cooling fan failure 2nd and 3rd trip. In shop 4 days, not fixed 7/1/08 |
| Jul | 2008 | 1000 | 0 | blown fuse caused by fan,wrong size fuse insalled by factory. |
| Jul | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
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