2009 Saturn Sky vs 2009 smart Fortwo
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2009 Saturn Sky | 2009 smart Fortwo |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 46 | 100 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 916 | 48 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 11 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–22 | 36 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 42,500 mi | 39,750 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Saturn Sky | smart Fortwo |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 38 | 5 |
| Power Train | 3 | 27 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 14 |
| Engine | 1 | 19 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 9 |
| Structure | 0 | 10 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 8 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 13 | 0 |
2009 Saturn Sky
2009 smart Fortwo
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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.