Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2005 Saturn Aura peaked in 2016, with 2 filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Model year
2005 Saturn Aura
Body and fuel not decoded. Owner complaints on file from Sep 28, 2012 to Feb 27, 2017.
Recall campaigns covering this model year0No recall campaign lists this model year
Owner complaints55.0 times the median 2005 vehicle
Severity index0.0Crash, fire, injury or death per 100
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Components
20% of complaints about the 2005 Saturn Aura name airbags
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls
No recall campaign lists the 2005 Saturn Aura
Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2005 Saturn Aura
The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
5 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed Feb 27, 2017Failure Mar 1, 2016Wadsworth, OHAir bags
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SATURN AURA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V063000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE VIN WAS INVALID. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
NHTSA complaint 10957395 - Filed Oct 11, 2016Failure Nov 14, 201590,000 milesOntario, OHPressure monitoring and regulating systems
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SATURN AURA. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE TIRE SUDDENLY DEFLATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR MONITOR FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 90,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
NHTSA complaint 10915323 - Filed Feb 19, 2016Failure Dec 15, 201558,000 milesAnaheim, CASteering
ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING WENT OUT IN 07-26-2009,12-26-2013 AND 12-15-2015 WHEN ON HWY AND CITY STREETS.
NHTSA complaint 10837181 - Filed Jun 17, 2014Failure Jun 6, 2014112,335 milesGirard, OHPower train
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 SATURN AURA. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE FAILED TO SHIFT INTO PARK. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE DEALER STATED THE CONTACT'S VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN RECALL NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V224000 (POWER TRAIN). THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 112,335 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 112,435. UPDATED 8/19/14*CN THE CONSUMER STATED THE MANUFACTURER ADDED THE VEHICLE TO THE RECALL. THE OWNER HAS BEEN REIMBURSED THE COST OF THE REPAIRS. UPDATED 8/28/2014 *JS
NHTSA complaint 10598956 - Filed Sep 28, 2012Failure Sep 4, 201220,000 milesPebody, MAElectrical system, Latches/locks/linkages
REAR RIGHT DOOR ELECTRIC LOCK CONTROL INOPERATIVE. *TR
NHTSA complaint 10477416
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
99 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.
- PIP5601C Jul 18, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC. - PIT5074R May 30, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. - PIT5074R May 30, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. - PIT5074R May 30, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. - 23-NA-001 Mar 28, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on OnStar Module 2G Sunset Information. - 02-00-89-002X Sep 9, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. and Canada Dealers Only). - PIT3271P Sep 6, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in … - 01-06-01-011P Aug 5, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption. - General Communication Aug 26, 2024 · Service Campaign
Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles. It provides the ability via a single selection within Techline Connect to first identify which modules need updating and then proceed to updating affected modules (with some … - 16-NA-383 Jun 28, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduc… - 18-NA-099 Jun 17, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim. - 24-NA-098 Jun 6, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes E4398, E4399, E4401, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491, E4492, or E6961 and resolution information. - 08-07-30-035H May 16, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid. - 09-00-89-008G May 7, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Warranty Administration bulletin provides retail and wholesale service personnel with the policies/procedures and the warranty transaction submission procedures that support the Personal Property Damage process. - 13-08-116-001J Apr 30, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The intent of this service bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them. - 10-08-45-001H Mar 28, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new General Motors replacement fasteners with conductive finish. - PIT5353 Nov 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
XM Audio Traffic And Travel Link Availability And Operation. - 16-NA-383 Mar 13, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to red… - 22-NA-074 Feb 22, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system. - PI1394B Jan 12, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine. - 02-08-42-001J Jan 12, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage. - Recalls Jun 30, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Vehicle Recalls - PIT5074H Dec 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
J-35616-64B Terminal Test Probe / Replacement Terminal / Terminated Lead. - PIT4864F Mar 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Information On Requests To Add OnStar Bluetooth Option. - PIT5099A Nov 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
A/C Blows Warm Or Poor Performance. - PIT5074H Dec 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
J-35616-64B Terminal Test Probe / Replacement Terminal / Terminated Lead. - PIC5588B Jun 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Programming And Activation Of Replacement OnStar Modules. - PIC5588A Oct 1, 2012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Programming And Activation Of Replacement OnStar Modules. - 130089009 Sep 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules - PIT5264B Nov 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Canadian Customers Unable To Place Calls And Turn By Turn Inoperative In The United States. - PIT5264 Mar 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Canadian Customers Unable To Place Calls In The United States - 03-00-91-001I Nov 6, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns. - 17-NA-170 Oct 6, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement. - 01-06-01-011O Oct 6, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption. - 07-08-49-020R Sep 21, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide. - 10-00-89-006J Sep 26, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only). - 02-00-89-002W Sep 26, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. and Canada Dealers Only). - 18-NA-073 Aug 24, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist service personnel as a guideline to perform necessary engine repairs and prevent unnecessary engine replacement. - 13-08-116-001I Jun 29, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The intent of this service bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them. - 01-06-01-011N Jun 30, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption. - 02-00-89-002V Jun 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. Dealers Only). - 19-NA-219 Apr 24, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue. - 17-NA-170 Apr 27, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement. - 08-07-30-035G Apr 6, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid. - 19-NA-219 Mar 23, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue. - 22-NA-009 Mar 17, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters. - 17-NA-073 Feb 21, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy. - 23-NA-001 Feb 15, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on OnStar Module 2G Sunset Information. - 01-08-42-001O Feb 15, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines. - 02-00-89-002U Jan 20, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. Dealers Only). - 09-00-89-008F Dec 21, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Warranty Administration bulletin provides retail and wholesale service personnel with the policies/procedures and the warranty transaction submission procedures that support the Personal Property Damage process. - PIT3271N Nov 29, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in … - 22-NA-074 Nov 9, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system. - 10-00-89-006I Oct 7, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only). - 22-NA-009 Sep 14, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters. - 13-08-116-001H Sep 16, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The intent of this service bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them. - 06-00-89-031H Sep 16, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information on OEM and Remanufactured Engine and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Identification. - 01-06-01-011M Sep 13, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption. - 22-NA-009 Jun 15, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters. - 12-00-89-003B May 2, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides policy information on warranty administration guidelines for multiple repairs with independent causes (GM Canada Dealers Only).
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.