Saturn Astra Problems by Year
NHTSA has 164 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Saturn Astra, across 2 model years (2008–2009). The 2008 model year has the most complaints (162). The most reported problem area overall is air bags.
Saturn Astra years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Astra model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2008 Astra: 162 complaints, 1 recall
- 2009 Astra: 2 complaints, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Saturn Astra problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 97 | 2 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 22 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 18 | 2 | 1 |
| Engine | 8 | 1 | 1 |
| Steering | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| Tires | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Visibility | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Saturn Astra problems by model year
Problem areas with enough reports for their own page.
All Saturn Astra model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Astra | 2 | 1 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2008 Astra | 162 | 1 | — | Air Bags |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Saturn Astra years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2008 (162), 2009 (2). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Saturn Astra?
Air Bags, with 97 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Saturn Astra have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.