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2007 Saturn AURA repairs by problem area

Engine (19%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (25%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (25%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (12%)

Other (10%)

Chart based on 698 repairs.
See TSBs and recalls for the 2007 Saturn AURA.

2007 Saturn AURA repair cost distribution

$2500+ (2%)

$1000 - $2499 (9%)

$500 - $999 (11%)

$100 - $499 (26%)

< $100 (53%)

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Chart based on 301 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2007 Saturn AURA

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Saturn AURA in Oklahoma, United States
Aug 2009 - Mar 2010
Sep 2009

85000 mi

US $395
check engine light tuned out to be bad gas cap, also performed 90,000 mile maintenace.  Bad struts cost too much for dealer to repair - will be sourcing aftermarket parts and performing repairs myself. 
Saturn AURA in Texas, United States
Dec 2009 - Jan 2011
May 2010

39700 mi
Passenger tail light (fog built up from seal leak). Growling coming form power steering pump. Replaced hose-warranty- dealer bulletin helped but didn't fix. 
Jan 2011

35000 mi
second door remote came apart inside 
Saturn AURA in Pennsylvania, United States
Nov 2011 - Dec 2011
Dec 2011

97000 mi
Transmission replaced 
Saturn AURA in Texas, United States
Mar 2009 - Mar 2010
Apr 2009

34000 mi
cars brakelights on while driving and off while braking. Brake switch issue 

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2007 Saturn AURA 4dr Sedan

252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Saturn AURA in Ohio, United States
Aug 2009 - Mar 2014
Sep 2009

32000 mi
check computer for delay in shifting 
Oct 2009

32000 mi
Service airbag light, chime activated. IDC message and remained at alert until vehicle was refueled. After vehicle was restarted warnings were not present. Informed that seat sensor might send false warning due to high humidity situations 
May 2011

59200 mi

US $850
Bad solenoid switch for emission control canister 
May 2013

82000 mi

US $71
Fractured valve stem. Required replacement of that wheel TPS unit. 
Saturn AURA in Virginia, United States
Dec 2007 - Dec 2010
Jun 2007

3200 mi
Squeaky sunroof. Shop verified and used a spray silicone to coat the rubber gasket. 
Sep 2010

63000 mi

US $100
Traction control solenoid. 
Nov 2010

64000 mi

US $100
TCS light back on so had to replace cylinder head. Day after catalytic converter went bad. 
Saturn AURA in California, United States
Dec 2007 - Jun 2016
Apr 2008

2000 mi
Driver's rear quarter panel had a paint run in it. 
Nov 2013

35900 mi

US $700
replaced steer shaft and replaced front brakes. 
Jan 2014

36300 mi

US $1300
Tie rod ends and boot, lower idler arm bushings 
Dec 2015

50000 mi

US $200
Needed injectors cleaned 
Saturn AURA in Pennsylvania, United States
Mar 2007 - Jan 2010
Nov 2007

10000 mi
Intermediate steering shaft replaced to fix a clunking sound when steering. 
Sep 2008

20000 mi
Had to have the intermediate steering shaft replaced to fix a clunking sound when steering. This was the second time. First was around November 2007. 
Jul 2009

31000 mi
Cylinder #2 misfire code causing a check engine light. Engine had a dead miss in cylinder #2. The dealer discovered a crack in the rear cylinder head. Entire cylinder head was replaced with a new complete head from GM. 
Saturn AURA in Washington, United States
Jan 2007 - Jun 2018
Sep 2007

7000 mi
check engine light on - replaced cam shaft senser, cam shaft actuater, turned out to be cam shaft senser rubbing against engine block and shorting out 
Nov 2008

25000 mi
Power steering unit noisy - dealer replaced power steering reservoir replaced Radio fading out - dealer replaced radio. 
Nov 2013

93400 mi

US $750
Had to replace waterpump 
May 2015

109100 mi

US $465
Instrument panel gage needles did not light up - replaced instrument panel cluster 
Sep 2016

120000 mi

US $4300
Transmission went out stuck in low gear 
Saturn AURA in California, United States
Jan 2008 - Jun 2011
May 2009

29000 mi
Transmission shift delays. reflashed with curent software 
Saturn AURA in Michigan, United States
Dec 2007 - Feb 2009
Jan 2007

3000 mi
Transmission control reflashed due to hard shifting under warranty. 
Jun 2007

12000 mi
Steering knuckle replaced. 
Aug 2008

49000 mi

US $180
ESC module wire grounded (chafed wire located by center console) causing transmission downshift to low gear on highway (yea, that was fun). 
Saturn AURA in Illinois, United States
Feb 2008 - Jun 2017
Apr 2009

12000 mi
Radio replaced. CD player made skipping or tracking noises, started suddenly overnight. Fine one day, noisy nextday. called dealer, they ordered radio, said it would be a few weeks, it was a few days! replaced radio, washed car and no other troubles. 
Jun 2009

14000 mi

US $120
front 12 power outlet wasnt working . fixed .  rattle associated with head liner. dealer said it was the wind deflector. seems fine. no noise, but will monitor this issue 
Oct 2009

20000 mi
Replace steering gear. There was noise while steering, audible whine but not constant. Fixed fine. 
Feb 2010

25000 mi
Strut mount was making noise in front end. sounded like a golf ball in a jar wrapped in fabric. funny but that description got the tech to know what it was right way! oredered and installed part. fine now! 
Feb 2011

31000 mi
Sun Roof liner rattle. repaired speaker rattle. replaced under warranty. 
Apr 2014

59000 mi

US $1480
Engine service light would not reset. Software update did not solve. Timing chains stretched, all replaced. Chain guides replaced as well, slight wear. 
Mar 2016

74000 mi

US $3400
Failed transmission. 
Saturn AURA in Manitoba, Canada
Nov 2007 - May 2014
Feb 2009

19220 mi
HVAC stopped working one very cold morning for approx. 1 minute. It came back on, and never happened again. Technicians couldn't find a problem, so replaced entire HVAC control unit, as it was under warranty. 
Mar 2010

39680 mi
Right rear shock made "thunk" noise when going over bumps - was defective, so replaced. Squeeky HVAC fan - blower motor replaced. Hood not latching closed properly every time - latch realigned (no charge for repair). 
Sep 2011

64480 mi

C $900
Needed a new power steering gear - power steering fluid was leaking into the boot. Repair not imminently needed, but if not taken care of in the next few months, much more expensive repair likely needed. 
Jul 2012

78500 mi
Broken reverse-3-5 wave washer Intermediate steering shaft replaced Power steering hose leaking - was replaced 
Dec 2012

88660 mi

C $800
Driver-side headlight connection shorting out - connection replaced. Rear sway bar bushing was replaced (car was making a thunking noise over bumps). 
Mar 2013

90520 mi

C $1350
Right headlight cutting in and out periodically. Replaced high/low bulbs and 4 wiring connector terminals reinstalled. Replaced steering gear - part under warranty, so only labour charged. Left front ball joint showed excessive wear - replaced. 
Jul 2013

97720 mi
Strut mount bearing replaced Trunk wouldn't open. Found open wire and repaired. Stabilitrak and ABS stopped working. ABS harness caught on axle shaft and pulled wires from hubs. Replaced front hubs. Replaced right front outer CV boot. 
Saturn AURA in Ontario, Canada
Feb 2008 - Jun 2009
Jan 2008

6200 mi
replace noisy starter affected by cold temp, replace strut mounts due to noisy right front suspension. the problems still exhist after parts replacement 
Feb 2008

7440 mi
repair noisy shifter 
Mar 2008

8680 mi
replace interior door panels to 08 panels due to flimsy door handles on old panels. replace rear emblem due to discoloration and peeling. Reprogram transmission and engine, still shifts poorly at low speeds. replace evap purge solenoid, very noisy sou 
May 2008

13640 mi
Replace arm rest. Leak supposedly from the sunroof drain. Noisy transmission shifter. Squeak and rattle from various doors. Minor damage to the front of the hood. Scratch 
Sep 2008

19220 mi
Whining power steering pump. Rattle emmanating from right and left side of upper dash. Chrome strip that runs along exterior door sill, gap closed up. 
Oct 2008

22320 mi
Rattle from dash. Movement in driver seat and creaking. Sunroof shade rattles. Kink in right front pillar trim. 
Dec 2008

25420 mi
Knocking sound form suspension. 
Mar 2009

29140 mi
Knocking sound finally repaired after replacing both front struts. This took a year and a half for them to figure out after swapping numerous parts. 
Jun 2009

29140 mi
Car bought back. Recurring problems included erratic idle, strange noises in cold temps on start up, and brake problems. 
Saturn AURA in North Carolina, United States
Nov 2007 - Mar 2016
Sep 2008

16000 mi
Noisy Intermediate Steering Shaft. I believe there is a TSB covering this. 
Jul 2011

64000 mi
CEL on. Diagnosed as vacuum problem in fuel system. Fuel pump above tank had to be replaced. Done under 5/100000 warranty by GM dealer (Steve Moore Chev - Charlotte, NC). 
Saturn AURA in Oklahoma, United States
Jun 2007 - Jan 2019
Aug 2008

13000 mi
Difficulty in shifting the car from park to drive. Brake pedal position sensor replaced. 
Sep 2008

13000 mi
"Service ESC" warning light came on. Dealer replaced Body Control Module. 
Feb 2010

34000 mi
At low speeds there was a "clunk" in the steering wheel. They replaced the gear and it fixed the problem. 
Nov 2010

47000 mi
Car overheated due to being low on coolant. Repair shop pressure tested system and could not find a leak. They refilled coolant and problem did not return for about a month. Dealer replace water pump under the Powertrain Warranty. 
Feb 2012

64000 mi

US $130
At low speeds, there was a clunking sound and occassional sqeak from the steering wheel. Dealer replace stabilizer bar and steering gear. 
Jun 2012

69000 mi

US $100
Air bag sensor replaced 
Apr 2013

78800 mi

US $100
Leaking oil due to a seal. 
Mar 2014

91000 mi

US $255
Turn signal stalk broke 
Saturn AURA in Utah, United States
Jul 2007 - Apr 2013
Jan 2009

24000 mi
Intermediate steering shaft lube to rectify noise when steering. 
Aug 2012

66000 mi

US $3500
Transmission failed. Replaced with new transmission 
Saturn AURA in Connecticut, United States
Jun 2007 - Mar 2010
Jul 2007

2000 mi
Car pulled to the left on highway, secondary roads etc. Alignment checked dealer says OK? ,was told low profile tires were the problem. I say BS, that I think bad tire is prob. they say no ,would not look into prob. any further!? I had tires rotated fron 
Nov 2007

6000 mi
Service traction control warning 7 times, trans op. erratic. Map sensor replaced plus damaged wiring harness for bsm module from factory repaired. 
Saturn AURA in Florida, United States
Jul 2007 - Jul 2010
Nov 2007

3000 mi
trim piece around shifter kept coming out. Tab underneith was broken. had to order part and will have to return to shop 
Dec 2007

3000 mi
transmission was also shifting different than usual. They checked it and advise nothing was wrong.  Also had check rough idle... said idle was rough but nothing they could do. it was normal on 3.6 liter engine 
May 2008

6000 mi
Heated seats come on randomly. They could not find the problem so they disconnected the switch by the seat While on vacation heat for both seats came on and could not be turned off because switches were disconnected. Stayed on for 2 hours. I hooked switches back up. Had to turn off at switch 2 more times. Dealer could not find issue. Pulled main fuse for heat. 
Jul 2009

14000 mi
remote control does not work all the time. Replaced both remotes and still does not work all the time, will have to return. 
Sep 2009

14000 mi
remote would not open door or work remote start. the dealer had the car 5 days and could not repair. Still happening 
Oct 2009

16000 mi
Remote would not work. They said they could not duplicate the issue. Kept car 1 week, gave it back unfixed. Car went back in 3 days later for 4 days. Still not fixed. Remote - Car went back in 3 days later for 4 days. Still not fixed. 
Nov 2009

19000 mi
still could not get remote units to work.... 
Jan 2010

18000 mi
remote stopped working. both replaced again 
Saturn AURA in New York, United States
Sep 2007 - Jan 2010
Oct 2007

16000 mi
Clunking during acceleration and/or turning. 
Jan 2008

17000 mi
Fractured driver seat frame. 
Mar 2008

18000 mi
Replaced driver door seal because it was corroding. 
Jun 2008

20000 mi
Lower tone horn malfunction and needs to be replaced. 
May 2009

26000 mi
Return of intermediate shaft clunk. Fixed for approximately 1/2 a day, problem returned Driver's seat loose on mount again, told not covered, considered wear item, I think its a safety issue and intend on persuing 
Saturn AURA in Indiana, United States
Aug 2007 - Mar 2010
Apr 2008

12000 mi
Ticking engine. Power steering whine. Clunking struts. 
Saturn AURA in Florida, United States
Aug 2007 - Mar 2010
Sep 2008

7000 mi

US $80
 
Saturn AURA in Minnesota, United States
Oct 2007 - May 2018
Jun 2008

12000 mi
Gear "hunting" by transmission - fixed with TCM reflash per dealer. Had to specially request this be investigated and mention the availability of a reflash. 
Apr 2010

30000 mi
Sunshade rattle when opened 
Dec 2013

56000 mi

US $86
TPMS sensor had a crack in it, causing a leak from passenger rear tire 
Mar 2016

78000 mi

US $2295
Timing chain was stretched and off by 4 teeth. Severe timing delay had occurred and engine was on the brink of being destroyed. 
Jan 2018

92000 mi

US $1200
rear calipers locked up. 2nd time in 3 years. both rear calipers + pads replaced. rotors resurfaced, brake fluid changed, coolant changed. 
Saturn AURA in Michigan, United States
Sep 2007 - Mar 2012
Oct 2009

41000 mi

US $434
replace bearing 
Saturn AURA in Washington, United States
Sep 2007 - Mar 2010
Nov 2007

15000 mi
Clunking sound in front end when starting and stopping. Can feel it in the steering wheel. 
Jan 2009

34000 mi
Steering makes a thumping noise when stopping, then starting up. Can feel it in the steering wheel 
Mar 2009

37000 mi

US $49
Passenger seat dead. They said the wiring harness had disconnected. They reconnected it. Seat now OK 
Saturn AURA in Georgia, United States
Sep 2007 - Nov 2013
Mar 2008

8000 mi
Speedometer not working correctly 
Apr 2008

10000 mi
Install new speedometer. 
Jan 2009

20000 mi
Intermediate shaft needed replacement. Onstar phone would not connect - intermittant problem. 
Oct 2009

32000 mi
Emission leak caused by faulty fuel cap. Headlight shorted out 
May 2012

74000 mi
Water pump leak. 
Saturn AURA in New Jersey, United States
Sep 2007 - Dec 2011
Apr 2008

7000 mi
Service traction light came on a couple of times. Turned out to be a faulty sensor. 
Jul 2008

11000 mi
"Service traction" light came on again. It was originally "fixed" in April and was fine for a few of months. Problem took 4 days to fix. Picked up the car on a Thursday and problem came back on the following Sunday. Scheduled another appointment. 
Saturn AURA in Vermont, United States
Oct 2007 - Dec 2012
Dec 2007

15000 mi
"Crunchy" sound in steering when turned at low speeds. Dealer replaced lower control arm under original factory warranty. 
Mar 2012

78000 mi

US $75
The car shifted "hard" in third gear. They deleted the "learned memory" of "my shifting pattern". Seemed to solve the problem but over the next two weeks, it merely moved it to fifth gear. I give up! 
Saturn AURA in Ontario, Canada
Oct 2009 - Sep 2014
Jun 2012

55180 mi

C $600
driver side auto door lock doesn't work. Replaced whole lock module. knocking sound came back while steering. I had this issue 2 years ago, part was replaced at that time, and it came back again. 
Aug 2013

63200 mi

C $900
The rear caliper was leaking break oil. Replaced. One of the rear spring was broken, replaced both. 
Sep 2013

63240 mi

C $200
water pump leaking 
Jun 2014

72540 mi

C $1000
replaced front suspension 
Sep 2014

74400 mi

C $200
passenger ball joint is loose 
Saturn AURA in Texas, United States
Apr 2006 - Mar 2010
Nov 2006

2000 mi
Chip set for transmission was retimed 
Saturn AURA in Massachusetts, United States
- Jul 2007
Jul 2007

100 mi
climate control unit not adjusting fan speed. fan would remain on high at all times in auto fan mode. the fan speed would never lower itself as the in car tempeture was met. dealer replaced entire climate control in dash unit. works great now! 
Saturn AURA in Ontario, Canada
Feb 2015 - Oct 2016
Jul 2015

53320 mi

C $1900
timing chain stretch causing the car to throw code p0017 
Feb 2016

72540 mi

C $70
Both low beam headlights were gone. I had to removed the entire bumper to replace this bulbs as well as the parking/ sider light 
Saturn AURA in California, United States
Oct 2015 - Sep 2017
Nov 2015

96300 mi
Fuel Pump 
Saturn AURA in Indiana, United States
Feb 2015 - Apr 2016
Mar 2015

127000 mi

US $25
Leak from the sunroof because of disconnected drain hose causing engine to reduce power. Water in wiring harness. 
Sep 2015

137000 mi

US $150
Left front wheel bearing whining at higher speeds, replaced wheel bearing, problem solved. 
Apr 2016

146000 mi

US $109
Stretched timing chains (2) 
Saturn AURA in Florida, United States
- Sep 2007
Sep 2007

4600 mi

US $27000
Needed fix of power steering "whining" problem. Required changing intake hose, rack and gear box. 
Saturn AURA in Washington, United States
- Jun 2008
Sep 2006

2000 mi
Steering Wheel replaced modling defect. 
Sep 2007

16000 mi
Intermediate Steering shaft replaced. 
Oct 2007

17000 mi
Intermediate Steering shaft replaced second time. 
Apr 2008

20000 mi
Transmission Module Re-Programming 
May 2008

22000 mi
Steering Wheel Button Control Module Replaced -Cruise Control side. 
Jun 2008

21000 mi
Drivers Side Leather seat bottom cover replaced pre-mature wear. Drivers side arm rest plastic molding on auto window buttons replaced finish wear. 
Saturn AURA in Georgia, United States
Apr 2015 - Jun 2018
Jan 2018

77000 mi

US $600
Leaking power steering reservoir replaced. Replaced the battery. Previous leaking power steering reservoir was leaking onto the accessory/serpentine belt, causing slippage and noise. The belt was also replaced. 
Saturn AURA in Washington, United States
Jan 2016 - Mar 2019
Sep 2017

104000 mi

US $375
Airbag malfunction light was in. Turned out to just be a sensor, which was replaced. 
Saturn AURA in Indiana, United States
- Mar 2010
Aug 2008

100 mi
Brakes: pads, rotors, or drums, repair 
Nov 2008

2000 mi
Rattles, squeaks, wind noise, repair 
Jul 2009

35000 mi
Motors for windows, seats, etc., repair Steering and suspension, repair 
Oct 2009

60000 mi
Computers and sensors - engine, transmission, and drivetrain, repair 
Mar 2010

75000 mi
Paint or other exterior cosmetic issue, repair 
Saturn AURA in Florida, United States
May 2007 - Mar 2010
Nov 2007

8 mi
Sales dept notes service engine soon light is on. Read codes P0060, P0056, Replaced O2 sensor and bank 1 sensor 2. Battery will not hold a charge, replaced battery. 
Jun 2008

7627 mi
Traction/Stability control light came on. No codes found. Moldy smell from AC. Oil Change. Noted power steering fluid low. 
Jan 2009

14322 mi
Oil change. Airbag light coming on. Faulty trace found, repaired PPS connector contact. Moldy smell in AC continues. Prev. owner claims Transmission clunks into gear. Not able to reproduce. 
Mar 2009

18000 mi
Vibration when turning the steering wheel. Worse at low speeds and during hot weather. Believed it was intermediate steering shaft, so it was replaced. Lubricated struts, rebalanced tires. It remains. Airbag light came on again after I got it back!. 
Apr 2009

18000 mi
Vibration when turning the steering wheel. Worse at low speeds and during hot weather. Believed it was intermediate steering shaft, so it was replaced. Lubricated struts, rebalanced tires. It remains. Airbag light came on again after I got it back!. 
Saturn AURA in Alberta, Canada
Aug 2014 - Sep 2017
Jul 2016

67660 mi

C $200
Steering intermediate shaft u-joint is worn. Replace with new part. Replaced front and rear break pads at the same time. 
Saturn AURA in Michigan, United States
Sep 2013 - Oct 2013
Oct 2013

96000 mi

US $900
New struts and shocks. Also new brakes front and rear 
Saturn AURA in Illinois, United States
Dec 2010 - Oct 2012
Oct 2012

78000 mi
Transmission failed 3 times in one week - dumped the car. 
Saturn AURA in Kansas, United States
Feb 2011 - Aug 2012
Dec 2011

72000 mi

US $50
windshield wiper nozzles were brittle and cracked, causing fluid to be sprayed inside hood cavities. Replaced nozzles, problem solved. 
Saturn AURA in Georgia, United States
Dec 2011 - Jul 2012
Jan 2012

25000 mi

US $98
Dead battery 
Saturn AURA in Alberta, Canada
Feb 2010 - Nov 2014
Mar 2010

38440 mi
Connector behind dash came loose, flickering lights. Dealer covered all.. very happy 
Saturn AURA in Pennsylvania, United States
Jan 2008 - Mar 2012
Mar 2012

38000 mi
Cylinder chamber scored. Replaced cylinder housing. 
Saturn AURA in Indiana, United States
Feb 2011 - Jul 2011
Apr 2011

72000 mi
throddle body 
Jul 2011

73000 mi

US $50
muffler detached from manifold. 
Saturn AURA in Oklahoma, United States
Jun 2011 - Jun 2012
Aug 2011

39000 mi
Steering leak fixed  Window regulator Power Steering Rod replaced due to leakage, covered under extended warranty Passenger front side window regulator replaced. Covered under extended warranty 
Saturn AURA in New York, United States
Jul 2013 - Dec 2013
Aug 2013

68300 mi

US $2000
wave plate failure destroying trans. 
Saturn AURA in Pennsylvania, United States
Jun 2013 - Jun 2022
Aug 2013

57700 mi

US $253
Passenger side strut failed, cracked spring as well. NO previous accidents or damage since car was purchased from dealer. Replaced both front struts as a Unit. Alignment charges NOT included in repairs 
Jan 2014

US $65
Windshield washer nozzles. Both broke @ hose connection under the hood. No loose engine components or accessories. Poor design, expensive little part for no reason. 
Jul 2015

76200 mi

US $77
Replaced sway bar endlinks with Moog greaseable units. 
Sep 2015

77000 mi

US $81
Center hi mount brake lite inop. Thought to be part of recall. Lite is LED on some vehicles, this car has LED lite. Still awaiting new unit from Gm-parts direct. 
Apr 2017

88000 mi

US $178
Long standing issue with car continuously pulling to the right/passenger side. NOTE: car has NEVER been in an accident. Poor alignments done by both dealers & independent shops caused 30,000 mile tires to wear out entirely in 13,xxx miles. Took a well trained technician to see the problem & correct the mis aligned car. 
Jun 2017

90000 mi

US $350
Replaced headlight assemblies. Tried to clean the yellowing off the lenses, even used the 3M lense cleaning kit. Only lasted a few months following their instructions. Found OEM replacements from 2 separate dealerships on EBay. Cost was acceptable due to the condition & mileage of the car. 
Sep 2017

92000 mi

US $350
Routine service, fluid & filter changed 
Jan 2022

112000 mi

US $194
Exhaust system, replaced another gasket downstream of the cats Battery replaced 
Jun 2022

113000 mi

US $210
Lower control arm. Both sides replaced roughly 12-15,000 miles ago. Passenger rear bushing deteriorated causing vehicle to pull when braking. Arm was purchased thru Rock Auto ACDelco part. Item was warrantied. I did the labor, then to dealer for alignment. 
Saturn AURA in Virginia, United States
Jun 2013 - Jun 2018
Jul 2013

106500 mi

US $4900
While driving transmission started kicking all of a sudden then just stopped, pulled to the side of the road turned off engine, restart it but had only one gear available, managed to get the car to the repair shop,solenoid/wave plate failed 
Jan 2014 rough transmission shifting when driving first thing in the morning 
Mar 2015

125000 mi

US $134
Replace old battery 
Jun 2016

145000 mi

US $520
Replaced oxygen sensor bank 2. Light is still on, probably another sensor. 
Jan 2017

119700 mi

US $500
Replaced resonator had a hole in it oil pressure sender switch 
Apr 2017

153000 mi

US $130
Third brake light out 
Saturn AURA in Virginia, United States
Jan 2007 - Jul 2013
May 2007

7000 mi

US $700
Rear caliper was faulty causing all brake fluid to drain from system during panic stop. Caliper and all lost fluid replaced. 
Aug 2007

12000 mi

US $300
Transmission failed to engage in reverse. 
Feb 2013

66200 mi

US $250
Lower control arm bushings for were loose and causing driving control issues. 
Saturn AURA in Pennsylvania, United States
Sep 2008 - Jul 2010
May 2008

7000 mi
Slight rattle in sunroof shade when riding over bumps. Dealer recommended fix and made correction under warranty. 
Jan 2010

21800 mi
Strut needs replacement 
Feb 2010

23300 mi
Strut was defective or damaged. 
Saturn AURA in Texas, United States
Oct 2007 - Apr 2016
Nov 2007

7000 mi
Windshield glass split from the top edge downward. Windshield replaced. 
Sep 2008

14000 mi
Pronounced knocking in the steering wheel when turning to the right. 
Oct 2008

14000 mi
Steering knock while turning the steering wheel. 
Mar 2009

16000 mi
Right front channel of stereo stopped working. Tech decided to replace radio. Radio ordered. 
May 2009

17000 mi
Interior trim at drivers side of transmission fell off. Dealer said they would order but have not been notified after two weeks. Radio replaced and owner notified to pick up vehicle. Owner discovered that original problem still exists. Tech didn't even check to see if all speakers were working after installing new radio. And they call this "service"? 
Jun 2009

17000 mi
Right front stereo speaker replaced. During previous repair attempt, shop technician broke plastic trim on instrument panel while attempting to repair stereo system. Noticed by repairman but not reported to customer. Discovered by customer upon vehicle pick up. 
Aug 2009

18000 mi
Warranty replacement of transmission valve body assembly as well as ECM. Car was failing to shift out of first gear. 
Sep 2009

18000 mi
Transmission failed to shift out of first gear. Transmission valve body replaced as well as ECM. Failure of remote tire pressure sensor. Sensor replaced but has since failed again within two weeks. Rubber coating peeling on driver side window switch bezel.  
Oct 2009

19000 mi
Recurring failure of tire pressure monitoring system. New visit, new excuses, no fix. 
Jan 2010

21000 mi
Failure of Body Control Module (BCM) resulting in loss of brake light function. 
Apr 2013

69000 mi
Failed exhaust valve in cylinder # 6. 
Apr 2016

107000 mi

US $200
Radio totally failed 
Saturn AURA in Wisconsin, United States
Nov 2006 - Dec 2017
Dec 2006

1000 mi
Center high-mount brake light was out - bad harness which was replaced. 
Apr 2007

5000 mi
Air conditioning did not work. 
Aug 2007

9000 mi
Sunroof shade rattled. Dealer supposedly ordered/replaced shade, but the problem got worse. I ended up fixing the problem myself. Fixed sunroof shade rattle myself. 
Nov 2015

75600 mi

US $275
Alternator replacement 
Dec 2016

82000 mi

US $250
Emissions issue - fuel tank pressure sensor needed to be replaced. 
Saturn AURA in Connecticut, United States
Nov 2006 - May 2012
Oct 2008

42000 mi

US $1100
Rack and pinion had to be replaced. GM refused to pay anything. GM lost customer for life. 
Jun 2009

55000 mi

US $1300
replace right lower control arm assembly 
May 2012 needed new rings and valves 
Saturn AURA in Texas, United States
Nov 2006 - Oct 2010
Feb 2010

54000 mi

US $120
The transmission self-destructed. Lots of noises and after it was in the dealer, it totally went bad. The frame for the drivers seat broke. they ordered parts but they haven't arrived yet. the remotes both quit working. was not battery related in the remotes. 
Mar 2010

54000 mi
Replaced drivers seat frame. 
Saturn AURA in New York, United States
Jan 2007 - Jan 2010
Oct 2007

6000 mi

US $50
intermediate shaft needed to be fixed. There was a "thumping", or "banging" sensation in the steering wheel when turning left or right. Problem has re-appeared and a sevice app't has been made for Dec. 5. 
Dec 2007

7000 mi
replace the intermediate shaft. 
Saturn AURA in Oklahoma, United States
Dec 2006 - Mar 2010
Sep 2007

15000 mi
Power steering pump makes a whining sound while turning. Dealer ordered a new hose of some sort. 
Saturn AURA in Illinois, United States
Dec 2006 - Sep 2014
Jan 2007

2500 mi
Control buttons on steering wheel became misaligned. 
Oct 2007

22000 mi
Power steering made noise when turning wheel sharply to the right or left. Dealer said that there was a service bulletin for power steering hose. Replaced hose under warranty. Vehicle made a popping/grinding sound when turning steering wheel. Dealer said that the Intermediate shaft was bad. Replaced under warranty. 
Feb 2008

29000 mi
Cold start chirping sound. Dealer knows problem exist. Replaced power steering reservoir. Didn't solve problem. GM is aware of this issue. Clunking rattle noise from the drivers side strut area. Worse when driving cold. Dealer replaced front strut upper bearing. 
Sep 2008

46000 mi
HEARING A POPPING NOISE IN THE STEERING WHEN TURNING WHEEL. TEST DROVE AND HEARD POPPING NOISE. TRACED TO STEERING COLUMN. LUBE INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT CUSTOMER IS HEARING THE SUNROOF RATTLE ESPECIALLY DRIVING ON BUMPY ROADS. TEST DROVE AND HEARD THE RATTLE BY RT "A" PILLAR. LOWER PILLAR AND TIGHTEN THE RETAINING CLIPS. LOWER FRT HEADLINER AND RESECURE WIRING. 
Nov 2008

52000 mi

US $116
Clunking rattle noise from the drivers side strut area. Worse when driving cold. Dealer replaced front strut . Successful repair under extended warranty. Tire pressure light stays on. Dealer found no signal from tire pressure monitor. Replaced tire pressure indicator sensor under extended warranty.  
Apr 2009

62000 mi

US $100
Replaced right door lock actuator that was causing error message light to go on--cleared light error message 
Feb 2011

95000 mi
TORE TRANS DOWN AND FOUND WAVE PLATE AND 3-5 DRUM DAMAGED. REPLACED 3-5 DRUM, WAVE PLATE AND OVERHAULED K7243 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID FILTER AND SEAL REPLACEMENT 
Jun 2011

101000 mi

US $704
Replaced bank one rear convertor. Replaced worn timing chains per bulletin 07-06-01-014. J0820 Camshaft timing chain replacement. 
Sep 2014

180000 mi
My transmission needed repair again. Decided to get rid of vehicle instead of spending 3000 dollars. 
Saturn AURA in Pennsylvania, United States
Jan 2007 - Feb 2014
Feb 2007 cosmetic door trim piece bent during shipping. Noticed during vehicle delivery. Part ordered and appointment made for replacement of trim piece. 
Aug 2007

6000 mi
sunshade rattle, had it fixed during routine maintenance (oil change) 
Sep 2007

7000 mi
sunroof leak at drain hose 
Apr 2008

11000 mi
Rear door driver side outer weather strip torn. Required replacement. Trim panel at same door had broken clip. Trim panel was replaced. 
Jul 2008

13000 mi
Infamous IRS clunk. 
Mar 2009

20000 mi
Driver side C-pillar trim piece popped off because of a broken tab. Part replaced from one in retailer stock. 
Nov 2009

28000 mi
parking brake would not hold. Cam assembly determined to be broken, parts had to be ordered. Install parts ordered during diagnosis from recent trip. 
Dec 2009

29000 mi
broken parking brake cam assembly repaired on last visit but then the parking brake cable snapped later in the day. Occurred during a trip so return to repair shop had to wait a week. Parts ordered, waiting on trip #4 to finally get this resolved!  final repair trip to resolve issue of parking brake not holding. TO recap- broken cam, parts ordered and replaced (2 trips) then cable snapped. Cable ordered and replaced (2 more trips). Required 4 trips total for this issue. 
Feb 2010

29000 mi
Upon acceleration, would feel slight pop in steering wheel. Dealer replaced intermediate shaft. 
Oct 2010

38000 mi

US $65
passenger air bag would sometimes turn off even though passenger was seated. Eventually the check air bag light came on. Found wiring under drivers seat ripped out from loom and pass. seat connector undone. Wiring repaired. 
Saturn AURA in Manitoba, Canada
Feb 2007 - Jan 2013
May 2007

2480 mi
Changed defective speaker. 
May 2010

23560 mi
Lubed steering shaft. 
Oct 2012

35540 mi

C $90
replace tire sensor 
Saturn AURA in Kansas, United States
Feb 2007 - Mar 2010
Apr 2007

20000 mi
Knocking noise over bumps. Left strut replaced under warranty. Problem solved. 
May 2007

26000 mi
Heard slight popping noise when turning and looseness in the steering column. Went on test drive with mechanic so I can help ID the noise. Noise ID'd as steering wheel half shaft u-joint. This is the part that allow the steering wheel to telescope in and 
Saturn AURA in New York, United States
Feb 2007 - Aug 2008
May 2007

2000 mi
Sunshade rattling when opened. Dealer ordered new sunshade and will call when it arrives to schedule appointment to install it. 
Jul 2007

4000 mi
New sunshade installed to resolve rattle. Info and Reset buttons on steering wheel intermittently fail to work. Dealer could not reproduce, so not fixed. Annoying delay when accelerating from transmission. Was told it is a characteristic of the car (and is actually reported by many people on the Internet as per my own research). 
Aug 2007

4000 mi
Vibration/popping noise when turning right from steering column. Dealer ordered new intermediate steering shaft. 
Sep 2007

5000 mi
New shaft was ordered, but it was incorrect one. Problem was inadvertently resolved when tech took apart steering shaft. He did something (no one is sure what!) to fix the problem unintentionally. So for now the problem is gone. New redesigned cruise control/info center switch installed on steering wheel to correct previously reported problem with functionality being intermittent. Problem has not happened again. Passenger side seatbelt reminder light did not come on when passenger was seated in front seat. Buckle replaced and resolved the problem. 
Nov 2007

7000 mi
Steering shaft noise returned. Fixed as per a service bulletin that the dealer found. Sunshade squeaking when closed intermittently. Technician attempted fix. Better but not fully resolved. Sunshade is now misaligned as well. TCM update for harsh / delayed shifting 
Dec 2007

8000 mi
Steering shaft fix did not work. Noise came back within a few days. Returned and entire steering shaft replaced. Now steering is off center and loose. I need to bring it back yet AGAIN for this SAME problem (for the FIFTH time!). 
Jan 2008

9000 mi
Previous attempt to repair steering shaft made problem worse and caused a power steering leak. Had to get GM involved and the service manager of the dealership to get the problem finally resolved. Sunshade and sunshade module replaced - Problem finally resolved 
Mar 2008

11000 mi
Major water leak from reading lamp area after a rainstorm. Suspected drainage problem due to previous sunroof repair. Could not duplicate. Car towed back to shop after roof leaked again causing engine light to come on and engine to lose power. 
Apr 2008

13000 mi
Left car at another dealership to try and find water leak. Despite extensive water testing could not reproduce the leak. Previous dealer advised resealing of the windshield but water still entered during rain. 2nd dealer said probably not windshield. Steering wheel mounted audio controls not working properly intermittently. Volume up sometimes lowers the volume. Volume down sometimes changes to next radio station. Problem duplicated and new steering wheel switch ordered. 
May 2008

14000 mi
Received $3,500 settlement from General Motors for violation of the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. [Related to unrepaired water leaks.] Car sold. Although part was ordered during previous visit for steering wheel controls, dealer never called. But strangely part was not needed because when they originally removed and reinstalled the control it started working normally again. 
Saturn AURA in Florida, United States
Jan 2007 - Mar 2010
Jul 2007

10000 mi
Fixed rattle in sun roof shade. 
Saturn AURA in New York, United States
Nov 2006 - Mar 2010
Sep 2007

9000 mi
Transmission computer software needed upgrade Left taillight replaced due to fogging. 
Dec 2007

12000 mi
Power steering hose replaced under warrantee 
May 2008

15000 mi
Intermediate steering shaft replaced. 
Saturn AURA in Nevada, United States
Oct 2006 - Oct 2012
Oct 2008

20000 mi
The Basic intermediate steering shaft clunking problem, fixed by lubrication. 
Jun 2010

38000 mi

US $43
Drivers power seat stopped working.  
Nov 2011

54000 mi

US $450
ISS replaced with GM repair kit 
Aug 2012

64000 mi

US $900
Front struts leaking, replaced both of them Both front wheel bearings worn to the point of being unsafe, both replaced. 
Saturn AURA in Colorado, United States
Sep 2006 - Jun 2018
Apr 2007

11000 mi
Slight transmission leak caused by torn seal 
Sep 2010

66000 mi

US $1200
Leak in power steering pump. No action - cost prohibitive at this time. 
Oct 2013

113700 mi

US $1020
Sunroof had a 'warp' hole in the main glass body causing major internal leaking. Suspension bars needed replacing 
Feb 2014

118400 mi

US $85
Headlight and front driver blinker needed replacing. 
Mar 2017

155000 mi

US $450
Radiator hoses replaced. 
Jun 2018

173000 mi

US $750
Radiator fan replacement. 
Saturn AURA in Colorado, United States
Sep 2006 - Mar 2010
Oct 2006

2000 mi
Driver Express down did not work. 
Feb 2007

3000 mi
Replaced both rear tail lights due to condensation. 
Oct 2007

8000 mi
Transmission re-flash for poor shifting performance 
Saturn AURA in Ontario, Canada
Sep 2006 - Jun 2015
Sep 2007

13020 mi
Sunroof cover rattle 
Jul 2008

28520 mi
Final Repair for Sun Roof rattle under TSB. Roof no longer rattles - Fix successful 
Apr 2009

44640 mi
Clunk sensation felt by owner when turning steering. Cause: corrosion. Replace steering column intermediate shaft. Noise in the front end when going over bumps: -Replaced front stabilizer links 
May 2011

83060 mi

C $367
Driving in torrential rainstorm, wipers stopped working. Car could not be driven until storm finished. Problem diagnosed by dealer as broken wiper transmission. Dealer replaced wiper transmission module. Wipers now functional, working O/K 
Nov 2011

96100 mi

C $400
Front End Noise, Track Rod End replaced 
Jan 2012

97960 mi

C $384
Engine Light Remains On. Scan for codes and found Purge Solenoid Sticking. Remove and replace Purge Solenoid During visit dealer identified PCM calibration required 
Aug 2012

108880 mi

C $1400
Vehicle kept stalling and eventually stopped. Diagnosed as inoperable fuel pump. Fuel Pump module replaced 
May 2013

121520 mi

C $560
P/S Wheel Bearing noisy - Replaced 
Saturn AURA in Michigan, United States
Dec 2006 - Mar 2009
Sep 2007

28000 mi
Said sulfer in gas, try to use other brands of gas. Light came on the two more times CAT Converter for emissions ordered Intermediate shaft binding Shaft Replaced, but something not put back as shaft and light from engine bay is visible from driverside footwell. 
Saturn AURA in Massachusetts, United States
Nov 2006 - May 2011
Mar 2007

5000 mi
top part of onstar antenna separated from the base due a broken piece (bolt?) Dealer replaced the antenna and all is well- no charge to me. 
Jul 2007

7800 mi
ECS and ABS lights on. Bad sensor on right front wheel for abs/ecs due to "frayed wire" Unit was replaced and all is fine. Right front ESC/ABS sensor- "frayed wire". The unit was replaced under warranty 
Jul 2008

16000 mi
Steering shaft issue-lubed and repaired under warranty 
Sep 2009

24000 mi
Steering shaft issue- replaced 
Aug 2010

30000 mi

US $100
Brake caliper not working properly. Item was replaced  
Sep 2010

30000 mi

US $100
power steering pump replaced 
Jan 2011

34000 mi

US $430
worn right front wheel bearing 
Saturn AURA in Ontario, Canada
Oct 2006 - Dec 2009
Nov 2008

3100 mi
Serious transmission latency issues between gear shifts. At times it will several seconds hunting for the next gear and seems confused. Was told it was normal and not an issue and no TSB was available to reflash TCM. 
Saturn AURA in California, United States
Oct 2006 - Sep 2012
Nov 2006

211 mi
The cabin roof was leaking due to a problem with the satellite antenna gasket. A new antenna was ordered and installed under warranty. The problem has not recurred Cabin roof leaking. Dealer replaced Satellite Antenna and gasket. Under Warrantee. 
Apr 2009

12000 mi
Wife's remote keyfob not working. Replaced battery and noticed that battery connection was detached inside the unit. Took to dealer and they examined, ordered a replacement, as they had none in stock. Dealer replaced keyfob, working fine. 
Sep 2012

29000 mi
Both front struts were leaking. 
Saturn AURA in Nevada, United States
Oct 2006 - Apr 2012
Oct 2006

1686 mi
The transmission shifted hard at low speeds. The dealership reprogrammed the transmission control module (TCM) and now the transmission works just fine. 
Nov 2006

4000 mi
The passenger side tail light assembly needed to be replaced because a piece of the internal plastic was broken. 
Dec 2007

21000 mi
Every time I would turn the air conditioning on their was a pulsating noise coming from the engine compartment. When I would turn the air conditioning off the noise would go away. The passenger side panel turn signal light was burned out. When making left and right turns there was a noticeable power steering whine coming from the engine compartment. The dealership discovered that the pulsating noise when the A/C was running was the A/C compressor clutch seizing. The dealership replaced the A/C compressor and the noise went away. The new turn signal light bulb that the dealership installed did not work so they now need to replace the wiring harness for the light. 
Jan 2008

23000 mi
The light now works after the dealer replaced the wiring harness. The dealership installed the 2nd generation of the power steering hose and now the power steering whine is gone. The pulsating noise that my air conditioning was making before came back. Previous visit dealership replaced air conditioning compressor which solved the problem temporarily. Now the dealership discovered a leak in a air conditioning hose. Parts are on or 
Feb 2008

24000 mi
AC system low on R134 due to leak at compressor discharge hose at crimp fitting. Replaced hose and recharged the AC system. 
Aug 2008

36000 mi
The red plastic insert in both driver and passenger rear tail lights was warped or melted. Dealership said that the LED lights were too hot causing the plastic to melt and warp. Dealership replaced both tail lights. 
Jul 2010

66000 mi
The panoramic sunroof would not open. The dealership found that the sunroof track was binding which prevented the sunroof from being able to be opened and closed. The dealership installed a new sunroof frame. 
Aug 2011

87000 mi

US $877
Steering would lock up when making low speed turns. Dealer replaced the power steering rack and the power steering pump. 
Saturn AURA in Michigan, United States
Oct 2006 - Nov 2008
May 2008

20000 mi
Recalibration of transmission to improve economy. 
Saturn AURA in Arizona, United States
Oct 2006 - Dec 2009
Sep 2007

8000 mi
The passenger seat belt indicator light does not reset to the off position when the passenger leaves the vehicle. Push tab connecting the bottom of the rear bumper to a brace was never installed at the factory. Found during routine car wash. 
Feb 2008

11000 mi
Front passenger window fell out of tracks. Key fob lost programing. 
Jun 2008

18000 mi
Seatbelt light intermittent. key fob lost programming 
Jul 2008

20000 mi
Passenger seatbelt light and warning tone malfunction Fob doesn't retain program or code. 
Jan 2009

26000 mi
Both fobs not working. Made an appointment to get the fobs reprogrammed and an oil change. Service manager said that, despite the appointment, he was too busy to get to the car. 
Feb 2009

28000 mi
Airbag sensor malfunctions. Passenger seatbelt won't activate or deactivate with the ignition on. When someone gets in the car, you have to turn off the ignition and restart to activate the passenger bag. No code thrown = dealer clueless. Both fobs quit working AGAIN - both replaced. 
Jun 2009

30000 mi
Steering intermediate shaft replaced 
Saturn AURA in New Jersey, United States
Feb 2007 - Aug 2011
Apr 2007

410 mi
Console latch and rear seat back latch needed adjustment. Console latch and rear folding seat-back latch adjusted. Covered by warranty. 
Aug 2008

8000 mi
There was a slight noise when turning to the right. Also, a "grinding" could be felt in the steering wheel and accelerator pedal. The middle section of the steering column(?) was replaced under warranty. The repair was successful. 
Apr 2009

12000 mi
Rear passenger window would not go all the way down. Regulator bolt was loose. 
Jun 2009

13000 mi
Noise in steering system. Steering tight, and not returning completely after a turn.  
Apr 2010

18000 mi
Steering noise. Steering rack replaced.  
Jul 2010

20000 mi
Suspension Link 
Saturn AURA in New Hampshire, United States
Dec 2006 - Sep 2012
May 2008

31000 mi
A knocking noise when turning the steering wheel at high angles, such as when backing out of a parking space. Could be felt in the steering wheel as well as heard. 
Oct 2009

58000 mi

US $50
thumping noise from front end on sharp turns. Could be felt in the steering wheel. Intermediate steering shaft replaced.  
Jan 2011

71000 mi

US $45
There was a knocking sound coming from the front end that increased in frequency and severity with speed. Mechanic found loose left front sway bar and re-torqued. Problem solved. 
Saturn AURA in California, United States
Jul 2007 - May 2011
May 2011

50000 mi

US $160
new key fobs 
Saturn AURA in Oregon, United States
Apr 2007 - Apr 2011
Aug 2007

2000 mi
replaced ps pressure hose per TSB 070232005, which reduced but did not eliminate pump whine. replaced right rear tail lamp due to foreign matter inside lamp (looked like hair) replaced driver's door opening weatherstrip due to large lump protruding into opening. 
Mar 2008

6000 mi
replaced left a-pillar inside trim moulding, pulled away from pillar. possibly damaged when door opening weatherstrip was replaced previously. 
Jan 2009

15000 mi
Steering coupler noise. 
Feb 2009

16000 mi
Installed new steering coupler, problem still there. Ordered and installed new steering gear. Problem now fixed. Remote control did not work sometimes. Replaced remote (in stock), problem solved. 
Mar 2010

22000 mi
Passenger seat belt light & alarm with no one in passenger seat. Passenger seatbelt alarm beeps when no passenger in seat. Dealer reset computer. 
Jan 2011

29000 mi
Second trip for intermittent noise when turning. Dealers (2 different) could not duplicate or find. I decided to put on hoist and found tire could rub front plastic splash guard. Trimmed splash guard with box cutter to provide clearance. intermittant noise and vibration when turning steering wheel. Does not always do it, but does almost every day. Dealer road tested, could not verify problem, no repair. 
Saturn AURA in Wisconsin, United States
Mar 2007 - Mar 2010
Mar 2007

1200 mi
The fog light trim was scratched from the factory, a paint flaw from the factory, the front chrome grill was bubbling and there was a knot on the inside passenger door...all are being replaced. 
Apr 2007

2000 mi
Fog light housings were scratched, there was a knot on the inside door panel and there was a bump on the passenger side door that was taken out and repainted. 
Saturn AURA in Texas, United States
Mar 2007 - Jan 2016
Nov 2007

12000 mi
Multiple events, increasing in frequency, where the "service traction" warning lights up and system then turns off. When the traction turns off, the car begins to surge or "chug" like it's trying to brake or adjust my inputs. Resets when car turned off, b 
Jan 2008

14000 mi
Same as previous but occurring more frequently and with greater engine drag. (Service traction light) 
Apr 2008

19000 mi
Another "ServiceTraction" code as well as "Service Engine Soon" light during low speed driving. Engine misses and chugs, hesitates and almost stalls. Runs rough and has no acceleration. Third time, same problem. Both rear taillights leak and retain condensation for days at a time. Both were damaged during initial installation, replaced and problem resolved. Clunking noise on irregular roads bumps noted in the front passenger area. Increasing intensity over one week. Dealer greased the intermediate shaft and called it resolved. Noise gone for four days, now returned and will be taken back in to shop. 
Jun 2008

20000 mi
4th trip in for Service Traction/Engine light. Engine hesitates, loses power, and then light comes on. This time the engine was pulled and disassembled. The cam shaft and front cylinder head had too much play. Replaced front head, seals, bolts. Recalled. Continued knocking and clunking in steering. Padded fuel line with foam Bull# 06-02-32-007, replaced power steering hose. 
Jan 2009

30000 mi
Return of the knocking and creaking sound during low speed driving. Now creaking each time the car changes direction or speed. Was told an engine mount was loose and a steering bracket was loose. Tightened bolts, seems successful this time. 
May 2014

74000 mi

US $1100
Replaced front and rear struts/shocks, alignment after that. both CV axles 
Dec 2014

75000 mi

US $550
Water pump and hoses replaced due to failure of water pump seals. Coolant and power steering flush. 
Jan 2016

68000 mi

US $3500
Transmission failure 
Saturn AURA in Wyoming, United States
Mar 2007 - Sep 2016
Apr 2007

1000 mi
The automatic light sensor that turns on the nighttime headlights would revert to daytime for about 1 minute causing inside dash lights to brighten and headlights to go out. 
Nov 2009

35000 mi
Noise coming from intermediate steering shaft. 
Saturn AURA in Ohio, United States
Feb 2007 - Feb 2017
Jul 2007

18000 mi
Right rear passenger window was not fully opening. It bound up approximately 1/3 of the way through it's downward travel, but could be raised back to fully closed. Was fixed under factory warranty at same time as 18,000 mile scheduled maintenance. 
Oct 2007

24000 mi
Driver side exterior mirror housing pivoting freely from front to back, would not "snap" into place. Mirror actually fixed (replaced) in October about 1 week after reported. 
Jan 2008

29000 mi
"sharkfin" antenna broken while brushing snow off the windshield & roof. Replaced with new antenna that dealer had in stock. Overall, spent approx. 20 minutes at the dealer while employee searched the storage rooms for the correct part. Radio works... 
Aug 2008

42000 mi

US $50
Automatic HVAC controller not working as designed. Would blow cold air when set to 60 deg F (expected), but would blow hot air when set to 61 or higher... even when outside air temp was 80+ deg F. Fixed by replacing entire HVAC controller/head unit. 
Mar 2010

64000 mi

US $624
Wheel bearing went bad creating a throbbing hum noise at ~40MPH. Replaced under Powertrain 5 year / 100000 mile warranty. 
Dec 2010

74000 mi
Check Engine Light diagnosis of Catalytic Converter Failure. New part ordered (80,000 mile warranty on the part). Excessive Carbon Buildup in fuel injector assembly. Part Cleaned. Catalytic Converter replaced under warranty, but Oxygen sensor damaged during the repair. Oxygen Sensor damaged while replacing catalytic converter. Part was ordered. Oxygen Sensor replaced; Check Engine Light no longer "on". 
Apr 2011

80000 mi

US $1260
Rubbing noise when turning the steering wheel in either direction. Pinion gear and steering intermediate shaft replaced & front end re-aligned. 
Aug 2011

85000 mi

US $600
"BRAKE FLUID" message on dashboard display - usually caused by low brake fluid. Technician found that the right rear brake caliper had a "slow leak". Fixed by replacing the caliper. Fluid topped off and brakes bled. Problem fixed. 
Feb 2012

90000 mi

US $1063
Front suspension clunks and rattles over bumps. Replaced Struts, Bushings, Shields on both sides. Replaced Stabilizer links & suspension alignment (in addition to the other suspension repair this trip). 
Jun 2012

94000 mi

US $1087
Left Front sway bar replaced due to a damaged ball joint. Primary symptom was a clunking noise when making low speed turns. This shop visit also included purchasing new tires (approx. half of the $1087 invoice for this visit). 
Sep 2012

99000 mi

US $458
Headlights - one went out, replaced both. Required removal of front bumper to access rear of headlamp assembly. Both key fob transmitters stopped working, replacement batteries did not solve. Replaced both transmitters. 
Mar 2013

105000 mi
Both rear calipers leaking - replaced all brake components on rear of car. Calipers, Pads, & Rotors. Sunshade for sunroof no longer retracts into roll at rear of car, instead it hangs down into the cabin when retracted. Asked for estimate of cost ($660.00), will probably repair at next regular maintenance. 
May 2013

106700 mi

US $489
CEL Lit: Fault Code P0442, Evap System Small Leak. Replaced Gas Cap before taking to dealer: CEL still on Dealer found Evap Canister Vent Valve stuck open. Fix was to replace the valve. Part=$30, Labor=$280 Also turned front Rotors ($120) 
Sep 2013

110000 mi

US $173
Left front turn signal bulb burned out. Replaced both Left and Right turn signal bulbs. 
Jun 2014

119000 mi

US $1700
Spring on left rear broken & right rear cracked. Replaced both rear springs and both rear shocks Ball joints on front left and right lower control arms were worn out and clunking when going over bumps 
Aug 2014

121600 mi

US $107
Diagnose CEL and Transmission in Limp-mode (only had 2 forward gears, reverse, neutral and park. 
Sep 2014

123000 mi
Same transmission problem as prior entry. Drove car from dealership directly to transmission shop as the estimated cost was half of dealership's esitmate. Replaced Transmission with rebuilt unit. Connection from Shift Selector to replaced transmission very loose. Lever could indicate a position other than what the transmission actually was doing (ex: Trans in "D", but Lever in "N"). Shop honored repair warranty. 
Nov 2014

125000 mi

US $390
Left-front bearing was failing causing a buzzing noise that increased in pitch as speed increased. Replaced the failed bearing, and as a preventative measure, also replaced the right-front one as it was still the original bearing. 
Mar 2016

151000 mi

US $750
Cracks/fractures in sway bar resulting in clunking noise when accelerating and decelerating. 
Saturn AURA in Texas, United States
Feb 2007 - Dec 2018
Nov 2007

7000 mi
Door squeaks when it closes; MK: Lube? 
Sep 2010

35000 mi

US $500
tire puncture in sidewall led to tire replacement 
Jun 2016

98000 mi

US $1500
Spark plugs, cooling fan and coolant replaced 
Feb 2017

111000 mi

US $600
Replaced Bank 1 catalytic converter and O2 sensors 
Saturn AURA in Virginia, United States
Feb 2007 - Nov 2012
Apr 2007

1000 mi
Car has rough idle. Dealer says it isnt on all models but it wont hurt anything. It idles like a Harley. 
Jan 2009

21000 mi
Steering shaft caused clunk when turning. 
Apr 2009

24000 mi
Two buttons on the radio and the eject button stopped working. 
Jun 2009

27000 mi
Airbag light would come on all the time. They replaced the sensor in passenger seat. Radio would drift. Replaced antenna module. 
Sep 2009

30000 mi
Intermediate steering shaft replaced again for clunking. Passenger presence module for airbag system. 
Mar 2011

54000 mi
Check engine light. Cleared it. 
Saturn AURA in New York, United States
May 2007 - Mar 2010
Jun 2007

3000 mi
On-Star transmitter failure. 
Nov 2007

13000 mi
Fuel Tank Gas Cap Replaced 
Jun 2008

28000 mi
When turning, clunking in the steering, fixed with grease. 
Saturn AURA in New Jersey, United States
Feb 2007 - Mar 2010
Mar 2007

25 mi
The spare tire area under the trunk floor was soaking wet. Puddles of water. Water in trunk. 

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2007 Saturn AURA 4dr Sedan

224-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

Saturn AURA in New Jersey, United States
Aug 2007 - Mar 2010
Apr 2007

50 mi
intermittent radio reception 
Sep 2007

10000 mi
Wobble from front end over 40mph - dealer says no issue found - but now I will lemon law the car. This car was delivered with several defects: warped rotors, bad radio, bad sunroof shade etc. Car also has many rattles. 
Saturn AURA in New Hampshire, United States
Sep 2011 - Mar 2014
Nov 2011

99700 mi
Coolant tank and connection piece replaced. Coolant tank was cracked and needed to be replaced, as well as a plastic connector that was completely rotted out and making it impossible to hold coolant. 
Feb 2012

102500 mi

US $181
Still having coolant leaks. A connection broke and a clamp was replaced. 
Apr 2012

105000 mi
Coolant still leaking. System pressure tested and all clamps were replaced to ensure they were all holding properly. Brought to a different mechanic who did this all free of charge. 
Mar 2014

130000 mi
Head gasket issues 
Saturn AURA in Pennsylvania, United States
Mar 2016 - Jul 2016
Jul 2016

99000 mi
Brake lights failed to come on and front brakes were not functioning properly 
Saturn AURA in California, United States
Feb 2012 - Sep 2016
Aug 2013

69900 mi

US $42
Coolant reservoir was dripping fluid at a slow but steady rate, probably due to a very small crack, although I was unable to see it even after removing the tank. 
Feb 2014

72800 mi

US $127
Oil filter adapter gasket leaking. 
Mar 2015

83000 mi

US $33
Trunk support gas struts/springs had worn out and trunk lid would slam shut. Replaced gas springs. 
Aug 2015

87800 mi

US $24
Replaced hood prop gas strut because the old one would give out unexpectedly, allowing the hood to suddenly slam shut. 
Nov 2015

91000 mi

US $66
CD changer stopped working a long time ago. Finally got around to having it replaced with another factory 6-disc changer. Coolant was being lost fairly rapidly, accompanied by the sound of fluid flowing and sloshing around while driving. Radiator cap was found to not be maintaining pressure. Replaced radiator cap. 
Dec 2015

92000 mi

US $57
Coolant reservoir inlet gasket cracked and was leaking. Replaced gasket. 
Feb 2016

94000 mi

US $42
Master power window switch on driver's door would lower but would not raise passenger window. Replaced master power window switch. 
Jun 2016

99000 mi

US $334
Coolant pressure cap was not maintaining pressure, causing coolant to be ejected from the overflow bottle. Pressure tested and found the cap to be defective. Replaced with OEM cap purchased at the dealer. Car failed to start after sitting for a few days. Battery tested and found defective. Replaced battery. Windshield washer nozzles cracked causing washer fluid to be ejected under the hood and not sprayed onto the windshield. Ordered replacement washer nozzles online and replaced. Replaced side marker lamp assembly & bulb on the passenger side. The old one had a broken retaining clip that caused it to fall out of its hole in the fender and dangle by the electrical wires. Ordered OEM replacement part online. Plastic T-connector in the cooling system cracked during an uphill drive on a hot day, resulting in total loss of coolant. Towed to dealership, replaced T-connector, refilled coolant. Car shudders (like driving over rough terrain) and lacks power when maintaining speed or gently accelerating uphill in 4th gear. Shuddering stops and accelerates normally if throttle is applied more aggressively to induce downshift. 
Sep 2016

99000 mi
Car was riding roughly and produced a galloping sound. Tires were worn unevenly at the edges, especially the inside edge on one tire. Was advised shocks, struts, and strut mounts needed replacing. 
Saturn AURA in Tennessee, United States
May 2011 - Mar 2016
Jun 2011

141000 mi

US $3050
car would not shift into 3rd or 4th gear. I have the 4 speed automatic. I limped the car into the dealership. Replaced the transmission. I paid for the entire repair. 
Oct 2011

144300 mi
Leaking water from a bad crossover pipe or gasket. Dealer wanted 400 dollars for repairs. I did not have repaired. I add water when low. 
Saturn AURA in British Columbia, Canada
Sep 2007 - Oct 2011
Feb 2008

4340 mi
Perform campaign 07219 - service update - front air dam damage. 
Saturn AURA in Minnesota, United States
Aug 2010 - Apr 2018
Nov 2012

118300 mi

US $70
Replaced Power Steering Pump. 
Mar 2014

148000 mi

US $103
Replaced transmission shift linkage cable due to failed cable. 
Jun 2017

190000 mi

US $100
Replace rotor and pads. 
Saturn AURA in Virginia, United States
Sep 2006 - Dec 2011
Jul 2007

4000 mi
a/c intermittent ops.Dealer replaced controller. 
Saturn AURA in Minnesota, United States
Aug 2010 - Mar 2014
Sep 2010

92000 mi

US $60
Wiring faulty causing various problems;most annoying is seat warmer turns itself on ALL the time. They can never find it,& I doubt they try:/ They charged me for diagnostics, even tho they fixed NOTHING! I complained,but they made me pay 
Dec 2010

95000 mi

US $100
Tranny for windshield wiper motor died, and with all the snow and road spray it was too dangerous to drive without working wipers. Dealer repaired it in 2 days because they had to order a part. Covered under warranty minus deductible. 
Oct 2013

129500 mi

US $225
Thermostat needed to be replaced. Check engine light had come on, and something smelled awful. 
Saturn AURA in Ontario, Canada
Nov 2007 - Jul 2015
Sep 2014

86800 mi
Center brake light out. Replaced LED & circuit board R/H brake light out. Replaced LED & circuit board L/H headlight out. Replaced bulb 
Nov 2014

87420 mi
ABS engaging randomly then ABS & Traction warning lights came on. Front L/H ABS tone ring corroded and broken, hub replaced because tone ring is an integral part of hub. 
Saturn AURA in Arkansas, United States
May 2013 - Jun 2013
Jun 2013

147000 mi

US $332
Right front wheel bearing 
Saturn AURA in Virginia, United States
Jun 2014 - Sep 2014
Jun 2014

80000 mi

US $200
two front wheels replaced/rack and pinion leaking/can't do front end alignment until the rod is fixed 
Sep 2014

80000 mi
Oil leaks Water pump leaking coolant Rack and pinion leaking, needed new tie-rod end. New battery died (last straw) possibly because the windows were left down and the inside of the doors got wet in the rain. That started the electrical issues (ie doors locking/unlocking randlomy - had to remove the door lock fuse). 
Saturn AURA in Georgia, United States
Jun 2014 - Aug 2014
Aug 2014

167000 mi
2 Recalls - One was fixed the other... I sold before I ever heard if the parts came in. Also repaired broken water pump. Did not repair: Catalytic Converter 
Saturn AURA in California, United States
Oct 2014 - Jul 2016
Dec 2015

100000 mi

US $1000
Oil leak, $800. 3 gaskets replaced Spark plugs and plug wires replaced at time that gaskets were replaced as recommended, $200. 
Saturn AURA in Illinois, United States
Mar 2007 - Mar 2010
Apr 2007

5000 mi
Service air-bag light came on. Found to be a loose connection in the door, (was a side air-bag.) 
Nov 2007

10000 mi
Had a 'rubbing' noise when turning the steering wheel hard. Shop said it was the exhaust rubbing against the heat shield(or something like that). 
Sep 2008

19000 mi
AC not cooling as before. Part had to be ordered. When going to pull out or overtake, severe lag in power when accelerator pressed. When approaching stop sign one occasion & red light on another, brakes did not respond immediately when pressed. Part replaced and AC now working. Had a rental car for the day. 
May 2009

23000 mi
Instrument cluster display sometimes inoperative Steering made a popping sound when turning. They replaced right front strut mount. Cruise control got stuck and car kept accelerating. Cruise switch sticking so was replaced. 
Saturn AURA in Ohio, United States
Sep 2013 - Sep 2013
Sep 2013

99000 mi
Dash Information Cluster would not reset or change 
Saturn AURA in New Jersey, United States
Sep 2013 - Jan 2022
Jul 2014

79200 mi
Linkage cable broke. Covered by recall 
Apr 2015

95000 mi

US $240
worn, replaced sway bars Struts both sides, replaced and aligned 
Jul 2015

101200 mi
New strut assembly nut had loosened causing a banging of the strut assembly on bumps 
Feb 2016

109300 mi
Trunk latch release button not working trunk won't open. checked connections, swapped relay. can here relay switching so button and electrical connection good. inspected wiring to latch no obvious damage. Next will replace mecahanism 
Mar 2016

110000 mi

US $40
Replace passenger side headlight. Major pain Blown speaker passenger door, removed panel and replaced speaker 
Mar 2021

115000 mi

US $50
. Cut exhaust studs at flange and doubled up gaskets, closed with a bolting bracket. Car went into limp mode. Traction Control service indicator. Reduced engine power. 
Saturn AURA in Illinois, United States
Sep 2006 - May 2009
Dec 2008

15000 mi
Intermediate steering shaft was replaced to fix clunking noise while turning at low speeds. 
Saturn AURA in Ontario, Canada
Aug 2007 - Mar 2010
Oct 2007

4960 mi
When the car is cold or when it is raining the steering 'squeeks' when turning hard right.It is an intermitent problem--goes away when the car warms up. The rear passenger side door needs to be slamed hard for it to close properly--they adjusted the door --but it still isn't right--i'll get them to do it right at my next visit 
Nov 2007

6200 mi
The Dealer had ordered The necessary parts for the steering problem they diagnosed in October.I returned to the dealer Nov.26TH--they installed the parts[Under Warranty] and the problem is now resolved 
Feb 2008

8680 mi
The 'Steering intermediate shaft' was replaced 11/26/07--to resolve the 'squeeking' problem in steering--the noise returned soon after--returned to dealer 02/28/08--and the shaft was 'reajusted'--this seems to have resolved the problem. 
Saturn AURA in Quebec, Canada
Aug 2007 - May 2011
Oct 2007

4788 mi
Intermittent radio reception Radio update (poor reception) 
Feb 2008

8680 mi
Door/dash trim alignment. Could not be realigned without showing gaps at the base of A-pillars. 
Jun 2008

12400 mi
Dash/door trim cannot be aligned based on existing TSB. 
Nov 2008

17360 mi
Three radio buttons unresponsive (incl. Eject). Whole head unit replaced. 
Nov 2009

27280 mi
Windshield washer hose disconnected Windshield washer reservoir ruptured Loud squeak in Driver seat 
Mar 2010

31620 mi
Faulty dome light, loose switch Wrong part ordered (dome light) Part replaced 
Oct 2010

38440 mi
Sensor errors on passenger seat, then driver seat Sensor replaced, problem returned same day Sensor issue was finally a battery issue (had not been checked) 
Nov 2010

39680 mi
Cruise control would not stay on. Second time in three years. Bad reception on radio after cruise control repair. Amp and cable replaced. 
Jan 2011

40920 mi
Windscreen washer sprayers both failed. Tubing and sprayers replaced. 
Feb 2011

41540 mi
Noticeable ticking noise from passenger side heater. Dealer attempted to lubricate parts. Problem returned within a day. 
Mar 2011

42780 mi
Cruise control failed again (third time in 3 years), this time with brake lights either turning on on their own or not turning on at all. 
Apr 2011

43400 mi
Radio, then amp dead. 2 weeks to replace radio, then 2 weeks to replace amp ! 
May 2011

43400 mi
Right side heater still making ticking noise when sold. 
Saturn AURA in Tennessee, United States
Jul 2015 - Jan 2016
Jul 2015

168000 mi
Power steering pump developed a leak and then high pressure power steering pump hose developed a large crack resulting in a serious power steering fluid leak. 
Sep 2015

169000 mi

US $12
looked in the engine saw the wire to the female connector had a broken wire so I ordered another female adapter for the MAF/IAT sensor, spliced wires. dealers est. cost $2137.08 my actual cost $12.89 + free shipping from amazon prime. 
Saturn AURA in Ontario, Canada
Apr 2015 - Oct 2016
Jun 2015

109740 mi

C $750
cross-over manifold gasket leak 
May 2016

123940 mi

C $1
intermediate steering shaft grinding, bought repair kit designed to lubricate steering shaft. 
Aug 2016

126980 mi

C $200
windshield wiper transmission 
Saturn AURA in Colorado, United States
Sep 2007 - Dec 2016
Jul 2009

16000 mi
Both keyfob's battery brackets broken at solder joint. Keyfobs replaced. Trim blistering around window controls, part also replaced. 
Jan 2012

41000 mi
Noticed oil leak from under car. Took in to dealer. Replaced bad front cam seal under warranty. Took less than 2 hours. 
Dec 2013

61000 mi

US $750
Replace leaking oil pan gasket 
Mar 2014

61000 mi

US $1000
Blown drivers side strut. Replaced all struts/shocks 
Saturn AURA in Texas, United States
Jan 2007 - Jun 2011
Aug 2007

5000 mi
Repaired storage compartment; Would not stay closed. Ordered part came in quickly and repair was completed in half a day. 
Sep 2007

5000 mi
Bezel on right driver door(interior) began to peel. Dealership ordered part and replaced at no charge. 
Oct 2007

6000 mi
The dash began to come apart above the instrument panel. They ordered new part & installed. 
Jan 2008

10000 mi
Front air dam was cracked; Called dealer and they ordered part. They called me when it came in and fixed it in less than an hour 
Dec 2008

24000 mi
I noticed a chirping noise upon startup. Took vehicle into the dealer. They were able to replicate the problem, but unable to find where the noise was coming from. Have to take it in again. 
Mar 2009

27000 mi
Shop was trying to determine where chirp noise came from. They changed the serpentine belt, then replaced crank shaft.  
Saturn AURA in Indiana, United States
Aug 2007 - Sep 2013
Dec 2007

11077 mi
Radio had weak reception. There was a technical bulletin on the problem. Dealer replaced at no cost. 
Sep 2008

21560 mi
The steering column had rubbing sound in it during turns. Dealer checked but couldn't find anything. 
Sep 2012

73000 mi

US $1100
Had a coolant leak. Dealer replaced water pump and seals. Partially covered under extended warranty Windshield washers stopped working. dealer replaced pump motor. Covered under extended warranty. 
Saturn AURA in New York, United States
Apr 2008 - Mar 2010
May 2008

10000 mi
Intermediate Steering Shaft. Replace Front Rotors and re-surface rear rotors due to pulsation/Vibration and noise. Also, replace Intermediate Steering Shaft due to clunk/pop while turning. Repairs were covered under warranty. 
Saturn AURA in Pennsylvania, United States
May 2008 - May 2011
Apr 2009

11000 mi
Car made a noise when turning left, shop adjusted bushing 
Saturn AURA in Michigan, United States
- Dec 2011
Dec 2011

37000 mi
I have had to replace the battery twice about a year apart. The first time it went dead I had to get a jump start to get to work and it shorted out my audio system nothing else just the radio. Still not fixed!  I haven't had it checked out yet but I have read that warped rotors are a problem with this model and when I hit the brakes I get a pulsing sound, different than when the anti-lock brakes are activated, so I think that the rotors are warped seemed to be leaking from the rear windshield drivers side, I put windshield RTV on it thought I had it fixed but I still have a leak from someplace. I will either go all the way around the window with RTV or have it replaced. Then wait. 
Saturn AURA in California, United States
Jun 2008 - Jul 2012
Jul 2008

3000 mi
Reduced eng power, service traction, traction off lights on, repaired body connector. This is 3rd trip to dealer for same problem, the 4th time these lights came on 1st time problem corrected itself. Car ran rough when lights on, onstar said car unsafe. 
Saturn AURA in Texas, United States
Jan 2008 - Nov 2009
Mar 2008

33000 mi
Cracked coolant overflow filler reservoir causing cooling leak. 
May 2008

35000 mi
Driver's Seat track was cracked. Seat became unsecure and would move in any direction. Dealer damaged the seat back when reinstalling the seat. 
Jun 2008

40000 mi
Rear Left power window would not roll down. Problem was a defective clip holding the window to the regulator. The only way to get this clip was to order a whole new window. 
Oct 2008

59000 mi

US $100
Car loosing coolant and running hot. Replaced water pump, car is still slowly loosing coolant and running hot. Took car to a second dealer, could not find problem. Escalated to Saturn Customer Assistance Center, sent me back to the dealer.  
Dec 2008

62000 mi

US $100
Car loosing coolant and running hot. Third dealer replaced head and intake gaskets. Said coolant overflow reservoir was warped. Problem still exists, except there is now an antifreeze odor. Car is at dealer number 4. Problem is 4 months / 10,000 miles old Blower motor made ticking noise. Dealer replaced blower motor. Now there is a loud roar and vibration that can be felt in the wheel and pedals. Repair was worse than original problem. 
Jan 2009

66000 mi

US $100
Replaced heater core. Coolant smell went away for 2 weeks, and then showed back up. Will call shop and schedule a follow up appointment. 
Feb 2009

69000 mi

US $100
Cruise control would not set, doors would not lock or unlock automatically, D, I & L all did the same thing, backup lights did not work. Dealer reprogrammed transmission control module. Seems to have fixed problem. New heater core eliminated coolant smell for a month; the smell is back. The temperature still fluctuates when the heater is off. Dealer tells me that some coolant smell is normal and temperature is supposed to fluctuate constantly. Saturn CAC notified. 
Mar 2009

75000 mi

US $100
Squeak in steering wheel. Replaced power steering gears. Car running hot. Dealer could not find problem, but it was easily duplicated on a 1,000 mile road trip. Car back in the shop. 
Apr 2009

79000 mi

US $100
Air conditioner condensation dripping on floor. Cleaned A/C drain. 
Jun 2009

84000 mi

US $100
Condensation dripping on passenger's side floor mat. Dealer allegedly unclogged A/C drain. Problem not fixed. Tried another dealer. Found cracked evaporator housing. Repaired. Problem solved. A/C would not cool down very quickly. Would occasionally not turn or or turn off. Found A/C system was overcharged. Purged and refilled A/C system. Now operates as designed. Car overheats and temperature fluctuates. Dealer says car is operating as designed but there may be some air in the system. Says the problem should fix itself. Problem has not gone away in 30,000 miles. 
Aug 2009

88000 mi
Evaporator housing cracked again. Replacement ordered. 
Sep 2009

90000 mi
Replaced cracked evaporator housing. A/C no longer drips on floor but cabin fills with antifreeze vapors. 
Nov 2009

90000 mi
Three dealers could not fix antifreeze fumes leaking into cabin. Made me sick, stopped driving car. 
Saturn AURA in Alberta, Canada
Aug 2006 - Sep 2010
Nov 2006

1860 mi
dome light switch stopped working because the plastic inside was warped/melted. Saturn ordered new dome light and installed in less than an hour. The dome light was fine before I took the car into another dealership for a tint, so I'm thinking it may ha dome light switch stopped working because the plastic inside was warped/melted. Saturn ordered new dome light and installed in less than an hour. The dome light was fine before I took the car into another dealership for a tint, so I'm thinking it may ha 
Mar 2007

4340 mi
Microphone wire for On-star somehow got loose so they replaced it. 
May 2008

19220 mi
Air dam replacement and rust spots buffed out. Was an error code on transmission computer, cleared and the doors would lock/unlock again. 
Dec 2008

27900 mi
Coolant Temp sensor conked out, pinging temp at -40 so engine was being flooded. Wouldn't start for a while, but eventually got it started and drove to dealer. Dealer fixed within couple hours by replacing sensor under warranty. Seal around OnStar antenna was leaking so water got into the map light assembly. Because it's been so cold, no water leaked into the cabin, but once in the shop, it thawed and water leaked through the map light onto the gear shift. Dealer resealed. 
Saturn AURA in Virginia, United States
Feb 2007 - Dec 2016
Mar 2007

1000 mi
Left front wheel bearing was replaced because ABS sensor yanked from harness. Original indication was ABS light on dashboard and message in Driver Information Center "Service Traction." 
Saturn AURA in Quebec, Canada
May 2007 - Jun 2011
Jul 2008

6200 mi
Replace intermediate steering shaft (very well known problem on all Aura adn G6 cas) 
Apr 2010

13520 mi
Repaint trunk (4 or 5 rust bubbles) under GM waranty; the job was scheduled with Saturn last fall but not executed; a Chevrolet dealer did it last week under GM warranty and did a nice job. 
Saturn AURA in Nebraska, United States
Feb 2007 - Jan 2010
Nov 2009

17900 mi
Defective intermediate steering shaft that was causing a "clunk" over bumps and in turns. 
Saturn AURA in Michigan, United States
Feb 2007 - Jun 2014
Sep 2008

22000 mi
Power window button sticking. Button replaced. 
Saturn AURA in British Columbia, Canada
Jan 2009 - May 2010
May 2010

29760 mi
Fuel injection system replaced. 
Saturn AURA in Ohio, United States
Sep 2008 - Mar 2010
Oct 2008

18000 mi
Steering wheel grinded when turned. Problem was some loose or misaligned housing/bracket. 
Saturn AURA in Pennsylvania, United States
Jan 2009 - Jan 2022
Mar 2014

80000 mi

US $20
windshield washer nozzles 
Saturn AURA in North Carolina, United States
Oct 2009 - Mar 2011
Jan 2011

46000 mi

US $650
The turn signals did not work correctly: Left signal had to be held down to activate, the right signal would not turn off after turning the corner. The turn signals did not work correctly: Left signal had to be held down to activate, the right signal would not turn off after turning the corner 
Saturn AURA in Ohio, United States
- May 2009
May 2009

76000 mi

US $95
Replace broken tire pressure sensor. 
Saturn AURA in California, United States
Jun 2007 - Jun 2011
Jul 2008

11000 mi
Window control on drivers door for back rear right window would not work. Had it replaced. 
Dec 2008

16000 mi
Remote to unlock the car was not working. The circuit board was bad. They replaced the remote for me, under warranty. 0 charge. Very pleased. 
Saturn AURA in Oklahoma, United States
May 2008 - Jun 2012
Jul 2008

45000 mi
Replace catalytic converter. 
Oct 2009

57300 mi

US $65
Cleaned out clogged AC/Heater tubes. 
Dec 2010

78000 mi
Steering column fixed. They said they added fluid/ lube to it to fix the rubbing noise. 
Saturn AURA in New York, United States
Feb 2008 - Apr 2014
Mar 2008

14000 mi
Replace broken air deflector. Silent recall - replaced at no charge. 
Oct 2009

27600 mi

US $264
Replace cracked wheel rim. Not covered under warranty. 
May 2010

31000 mi
Lube Steering Shaft due to clunking sound when turning at slow speeds. replaced broken key fob 
Oct 2010

35000 mi
Replace steering shaft due to return of clunking sound. – covered under warranty after begging. 
Jul 2011

41000 mi

US $17
Passenger side washer nozzle broke. Bought replacement from dealer and self installed $17. Passenger side washer nozzle broke. Bought replacement from dealer and self installed $17. 
Apr 2012

48000 mi

US $300
Ball joint and control arm on passenger side required replacement. Grind noise when turning slight right. Replace passenger side ball joint / control arm. Heard grinding noise when turning slow to the right. 
May 2012

48000 mi

US $900
Weld failed causing broken driver seat frame. Weld failed causing broken driver seat frame. 
Sep 2012

51000 mi

US $42
Factory boot ruptured. Replaced with lifetime greasable boot tie rod end. 
Oct 2013

58000 mi

US $1000
Power Steering failed mid-turn. Replaced high pressure hose and return hose with dealer parts at a third party shop. Repaired work failed and had to be redone a few days later. Power Steering failed mid-turn. Replaced high pressure hose and return hose with dealer parts at a third party shop. Repaired work failed and had to be redone a few days later. 
Jan 2014

60000 mi

US $1
coolant leaks near pulley. Not repaired. Transmission oil coolant line leaking. Not repaired. oil seeping through valve covers and possible other locations. Not repaired. 
Apr 2014

61000 mi
Coolant leak near pulley Transmission oil coolant line leaking. oil seeping through valve covers and possible other locations. 
Saturn AURA in Michigan, United States
Jul 2010 - Dec 2012
Feb 2012

54500 mi

US $850
replaced intake gaskets because of oil leak replaced coolant bypass gaskets-no heat when engine was at idle or at stop lights. 
Apr 2012

56230 mi

US $290
loose rocker arm. torqued rocker arm and cleared error codes. loose rocker arm. torqued rocker arm and cleared error codes. 
Saturn AURA in Illinois, United States
Jun 2009 - Mar 2010
Aug 2009

53000 mi
Heater switch on the drivers seat 
Sep 2009

54000 mi
Heated seats would just turn on while you are driving 
Saturn AURA in Minnesota, United States
Sep 2006 - Apr 2008
Nov 2006

3000 mi
Experiencing poor FM reception with the radio. Stations drift. Radio is basic Aura radio (no XM, no multi-disc CD player. Dealer ordered an antenna amplifier to attempt to improve reception. Install scheduled for 12/13/06. 
Dec 2006

4000 mi
Problems with poor FM radio reception since delivery. In November the dealer identified it and agreed it was a problem and ordered an antenna module. It was installed, but problem isn't completely gone. Better, though. 
Feb 2007

5300 mi
Noise from front end going over bumps. Sounds like loose bushing. Mechanic could not definitively isolate it, but heard it too. Escalated to zone service rep. 
Sep 2007

12000 mi
The temp gauge began reading higher than normal. I noticed it on a road trip. The next weekend, on another road trip it did the same, but the ambient temp was much cooler. Did not go into red, but over 1/2(normal is just below 1/2 scale) 
Oct 2007

13000 mi
The temp gauge began reading higher than normal. I noticed it on a road trip. The next weekend, on another road trip it did the same, but the ambient temp was much cooler. Did not go into red, but over 1/2(normal is just below 1/2 scale). T-stat replaced 
Jan 2008

16000 mi
Cruise control would not set. Automatic locks stopped working. Transmission Control unit reprogrammed with latest update. 
Feb 2008

17000 mi
Broken front air dam. Replaced under special program to address this issue. 
Saturn AURA in Florida, United States
Mar 2009 - May 2015
Apr 2009

34000 mi
When turning left or right the steering wheel made a clunking noise. The intermediate steering shaft was replaced. This is the second time it has been replaced. 
Feb 2015

114700 mi

US $768
Water pump was replaced. 
Saturn AURA in Oklahoma, United States
Apr 2009 - Sep 2020
May 2009

21000 mi
Both keyless entry remote fobs had broken battery terminals due to poor soldering. Took fobs apart and resoldered using good quality flux and solder. They are working fine after repair. 
Sep 2009

27000 mi
Air bag system gives false service required message. 
Nov 2009

28000 mi
replaced faulty passenger seat airbag sensor 
Dec 2009

29000 mi
faulty oil level sensor broken driver's side seat frame 
Feb 2010

30000 mi
Had to contact Saturn customer service to help locate part as dealer could not find part source. Claim was escalated and part found with 10 days. Part sent to dealer for installation. faulty sensor replaced, oil level indicator function is now normal 
Nov 2010

36000 mi

US $50
Computer had to be reprogrammed after losing all coding for most accessory functions including lights, remote access, pedal control. 
Saturn AURA in Ohio, United States
May 2009 - Dec 2015
Jun 2009

29000 mi
"Info" button on steering wheel stopped working. 
Jul 2009

32000 mi
Windshield wiper switch on steering column did not operate in all positions. Removed and replaced by dealer under warranty. When lifting car to replace wheel, lift caught rocker panel below passenger doors, cracking panel. Rocker panel replaced by dealer at no cost. 
Mar 2010

46000 mi
The fender mounted turn-signal repeater on the driver's side collected moisture that would not dissipate. Replaced the whole light assembly. Passenger side airbag does not turn off when passenger leaves. Passenger side seat belt warning continues to flash & periodically ding without passenger in seat until car turned off and restarted. Could not replicate at dealer. Moisture collects in driver's side tail light assembly. Previously replaced passenger side tail light assembly for same problem. Told not a problem, they all do that, so long as it dissipates on its own and does not collect in bottom of tail light. 
May 2013

131000 mi

US $400
Shift cable broke 
Apr 2014

154500 mi

US $900
Replace power steering pump and steering rack 
Dec 2014

164000 mi

US $487
Radiator separating at seams. Replaced radiator 
Dec 2015

181000 mi
Unknown persistent oil leak 
Saturn AURA in Ohio, United States
Sep 2006 - Jan 2007
Oct 2006

6000 mi
Side airbag cover was not there, just a hole where it should have been. 

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2007 Saturn AURA 4dr Sedan

164-horsepower 2.4L I4 Hybrid 4-speed automatic FWD

Saturn AURA in Washington, United States
May 2007 - Apr 2014
May 2007

500 mi
Purchased the car on 05/19/2007 Returned car to dealer 05/23/07 due to warning light from the driver information center saying "Service Hybrid" Dealer replaced blown fuse related to Hybrid powertrain controller. 
Jul 2007

5000 mi
Blown fuse. Short in wiring related to the hybrid components on the car. Dealer unable to locate fault/short in likeliest wire, restrung the wire. Replaced fuse. 
Dec 2007

12000 mi
The main fuse for the Hybrid system blew again necessitating this time due to a problem in the fuse block. The service group replaced the fuse block. The main fuse for the Hybrid system blew again necessitating this time due to a problem in the fuse block. The service group replaced the fuse block. 
Mar 2008

19000 mi
A blown fuse caused the transmission control unit to lock the car into 2nd gear. The problem was caused by a short in the wiring. The wiring was restrung which resolved the short. 
Oct 2012

90000 mi
The ECM on the hybrid system had 'gone bad' The part was covered under warranty. They installed a replacement that has been working find since. 
May 2013

97000 mi

US $1000
The compressor had failed and required replacement. 
Nov 2013

104900 mi

US $350
Parking brake cable snapped. Replaced unit. 
Saturn AURA in Pennsylvania, United States
Mar 2008 - Jul 2011
Oct 2008

5000 mi
Fuel measuring meter problem 

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2007 Saturn AURA 4-door

6-cylinder automatic 2WD

Saturn AURA in Virginia, United States
Aug 2007 - Mar 2011
Oct 2007

5000 mi
Nut found missing on trunk lid support arm. 
Saturn AURA in Florida, United States
Feb 2007 - Mar 2010
Dec 2007

7000 mi
Replace intermediate shaft on steering. 
Saturn AURA in Washington, United States
Jan 2007 - Mar 2010
Feb 2007

1000 mi
Driver-side front fender had a small dent that the neighbor noticed after we parked the car in the driveway the first time. The maintenance manager determined that the dent occurred prior to the car being painted at the factory. 
Apr 2007

2000 mi
Dashboard was misaligned due to an installation mistake at factory. Trunk lid was off center in opening, so the gaps were visibly uneven on each side. Dealer farmed work out to a body shop, which had to adjust the taillights and bumper fascia to acheive correct alignment. Power steering whines excessively and causes minor vibration in the steering wheel. Dealer indicates no problem exists, but I don't buy it. 
Oct 2007

7000 mi
Hood was out of alignment. Trip to the body shop only changed the misalignment but did not correct it. Sunroof rattles incessantly over minor bumps, but they were unable to reproduce the problem. Left rear door interior trim was scraping against the interior door trim. New trim piece was installed and problem resolved. 
Saturn in Pennsylvania, United States
Oct 2006 - Mar 2010
Saturn AURA in Florida, United States
Nov 2007 - Mar 2010
Jan 2008

6000 mi
rear shelf panel vibrating,both front door panels misaligned 
Feb 2008

12000 mi
Center console rattling away and loose and cheap. Ordered a new one. 
Saturn AURA in South Carolina, United States
Nov 2006 - Mar 2010
Sep 2007

29000 mi
Drivers side seat heater switch short - heater would turn itself on randomly resulting in hot buns 
Saturn AURA in Michigan, United States
Dec 2006 - Nov 2008
Feb 2008

15000 mi
Low oil level warning indicator. Dipstick indicated full. After an oil change, low oil level continued to display. Parts were ordered. 
Saturn AURA in Ohio, United States
Dec 2006 - Mar 2010
Jan 2008

19000 mi
Rattle noise on front driver side. Very noticable driving under 35 mph and on rougher roads, could not hear over 35 mph. Dealer replaced the steering intermediate shaft...this did not fix the problem. Dealer indicated that the problem was a strut and had to order a part. 10 days for part to be received and strut replaced. 
Feb 2008

20000 mi
Dealer ordered a new strut & parts which took about 10 days. When parts arrived, dealer found a separate issue that appears to be the result from the manufacturing. The strut casing was not aligned properly. It was repaired. 
Sep 2008

29000 mi
Front pass door was rubbing the paint to the metal. Initially said they could not replicate the problem (of course not since the door had rubbed enough paint off); they found that both doors were misaligned (mfg problem), fixed the doors & painted Had very small rust spot on truck, under the metal trim. Was fixed & painted. The lock on the rear passenger door would not automatically lock or unlock. Had to order the part. Rattle noise on both sides, similar to problem reported Jan 08 for the just the driver side. Indicated that the problem could not be replicated ("all cars make that noise"). Saturn is aware of the problem & will determine fix. Will return once Saturn 
Saturn AURA in Connecticut, United States
Dec 2006 - Mar 2010
Feb 2007

4000 mi
wiper blades would stop in the middle of the downward sweep, then use that position as their "park" 

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2007 Saturn AURA 4-door

4-cylinder hybrid automatic 2WD

Saturn AURA in North Carolina, United States
Apr 2007 - Sep 2007
Jul 2007

4000 mi
Cold start hesitation/stalling almost every day after sitting overnight. Took 3-4 starts before engine would stay running. They reflashed the computer (did not fix the problem). Also returned next day (<5 min) to have tire pressure sensors retrained- flas Also returned next day (<5 min) to have tire pressure sensors retrained- flashed. 
Aug 2007

5000 mi
Still has Cold Start stalling. They replaced the fuel pump, but problem still occurs. Still has Cold Start stalling. They replaced MAF sensor, not fixed. Tried to blame "bad gas", drained tank, cleaned lines, fuel rail, etc, put "known good" gas in. Problem returned the next 2 days. Back in the shop. Cause still unknown. 
Sep 2007

5000 mi
Cold start stalling persists before and after this trip to service(have it on video),but not while @dealer.Saturn sent engineer.Service Mgr still claims bad gas despite common sense indicating contrary. Saturn Corp eventually agreed to repurchase vehicle. 

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2007 Saturn AURA 4-door

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

Saturn AURA in New Mexico, United States
Jan 2007 - Mar 2010

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