2008 Saturn Outlook vs 2009 Saturn Outlook
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 Saturn Outlook | 2009 Saturn Outlook |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 633 | 192 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,059 | 1,173 |
| Investigations | 2 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 19 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 60,000 mi | 53,270 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Saturn Outlook | Saturn Outlook |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 247 | 75 |
| Electrical System | 164 | 44 |
| Power Train | 127 | 19 |
| Air Bags | 97 | 7 |
| Steering | 45 | 42 |
| Engine | 37 | 17 |
| Structure | 46 | 6 |
| Visibility | 29 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Electrical failures | 120 | 29 |
| Water leaks | 32 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 32 | 0 |
| Stalling | 31 | 5 |
| Check engine light | 31 | 10 |
| Shifting problems | 14 | 0 |
| Overheating | 14 | 6 |
| Hesitation / surging | 13 | 0 |
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.