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2009 Saturn Aura HybridRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 2 owner complaints for the 2009 Saturn Aura Hybrid. Most complaints involve fuel/propulsion system (1) and electronic stability control (esc) (1). The EPA rates it 29 mpg combined.

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Combined MPG
29mpg
EPA · 1 version
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
2
Top: fuel/propulsion system
Fuel cost / yr
$2,150est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2009 Saturn Aura Hybrid as of Nov 10, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 10, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

2 complaints filed with NHTSA · May 2016 – Jul 2016
  1. Fuel/propulsion system1
  2. Electronic stability control (esc)1
  3. Traction control system1
  4. Service brakes1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Aura Hybrid model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
20082
20092
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 10, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Fuel/propulsion system

1 report
“POSSIBLE LEAK IN AREA OF FUEL TANK, STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE, ESPECIALLY AFTER DRIVING FOR ANY LENGTH OF TIME. I BELIEVE THE SEAL BETWEEN THE FUEL TANK AND THE FUEL PUMP IS LEAKING. IT APPEARS TO BE THE SAME PROBLEM WITH THE SATURN ION (RECALL NUMBER 12V459000).”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jul 11, 2016Fuel/propulsion systemODI 10884094

Electronic stability control (esc)

1 report
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 SATURN AURA HYBRID. WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE VEHICLE JERKED. THE BRAKING DISTANCE INCREASED AND THE SERVICE ESC, SERVICE TRACTION, AND SERVICE VEHICLE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHO WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE OR REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 110,000.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled May 3, 2016Electronic stability control (esc), Traction control system, Service brakesODI 10862841

Traction control system

1 report
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 10, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

1 version rated by the EPA
EPA class
Midsize Cars
Engines
2.4L 4-cyl hybrid
Transmissions
Automatic 4-spd
Drive
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Aura Hybrid
Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L · Front-Wheel Drive
263429$2,150306
  • Aura Hybrid
    Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L
    26 city · 34 hwy · $2,150/yr
    29
    mpg comb.
Estimate your fuel costCost of ownership
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

1 tested variant
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2009 Saturn Aura Hybrid as of Nov 10, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 10, 2026Vehicle 5094
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2009 Aura Hybrid questions

How many recalls does the 2009 Saturn Aura Hybrid have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 10, 2026.

What are the most common 2009 Saturn Aura Hybrid problems?

Owners filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are fuel/propulsion system (1), electronic stability control (esc) (1), traction control system (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2009 Saturn Aura Hybrid get?

The EPA rates the 2009 Saturn Aura Hybrid at 29 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (1 version rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 10, 2026