NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls and 186 owner complaints for the 2008 Saturn Sky. Most complaints involve air bags (94) and service brakes, hydraulic (59). The EPA rates it 21–22 mpg combined.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2006-2010 Pontiac Solstice and 2007-2010 Saturn Sky vehicles. The Passenger Air Bag Suppression System (PPS) sensor may become bent or damaged within the front passenger seat, possibly disabling the front passenger air bag.
UCI-FRAM Group is recalling certain LS1328 ignition Switches sold as Wells LS1328, Duralast LS1328, Airtex 1S6097, and Carquest 53-27479, and LS1497 Ignition Switches sold as Wells LS1497, Duralast LS1497, Airtex 1S10961, and Carquest 53-27967, for use on various General Motors model and model year vehicles during repair and replacement of the original ignition switch. The weight on the key ring and/or road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the affected ignition switches to move out of the run position, turning off the engine and disabling the air bags.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, 2006-2011 Chevrolet HHR, 2007-2010 Pontiac G5, 2006-2010 Pontiac Solstice, 2003-2007 Saturn Ion, and 2007-2010 Saturn Sky vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the key can be removed from the ignition when the ignition is not in the "Off" position.
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
“the passenger seat air bag sensor was recalled. I took the car to dealer and they said they fixed the recall. now 3 years later, if a passenger sits in the seat the light comes on saying air bag sensor is ON one second later the light says the air bag sensor is OFF and the red air bag light in the dash comes on. -Should GM be responsible to repair it again at no charge ?”
“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 SATURN SKY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE BOOSTER VACUUM DOES NOT WORK. THE MANUFACTURER INFORMED HIM THAT HE MUST WAIT SIXTY SECONDS FOR THE BRAKES TO WORK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER DOES NOT WANT TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. HE DOES NOT UNDERSTAND WHY HE MUST WAIT SIXTY SECONDS TO DRIVE A NEW MODEL VEHICLE. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 15,000 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 14,000.”
“2008 saturn sky the key keeps getting stuck and cannot remove unless manual button under steering wheel is pushed and pull the key at same time only way to release key now Is anyone else having problem is there a recall?”
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SKY Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 28 | 22 | $3,500 | 404 |
| SKY Auto 5-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,700 | 423 |
| SKY Auto 5-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L · Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,700 | 423 |
| SKY Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L · Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,700 | 423 |
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
5 safety recalls as of Nov 9, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.
Owners filed 186 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are air bags (94), service brakes, hydraulic (59), electrical system (18). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
The EPA rates the 2008 Saturn Sky at 21–22 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (4 versions rated).