Tl* the contact owns a 2008 saturn aura. The contact stated that the latches on all four doors of the vehicle failed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed or repared. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 165,000. . *bf
2008 Saturn Aura locks problems
19 complaints (4% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 65,000. 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 19
- of this car's complaints
- 4%
- typical mileage
- 65,000
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Doors: latch1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Saturn Aura locks problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2008 Saturn Aura locks
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 2008 Saturn Aura owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 saturn aura. While attempting to enter the rear of the vehicle, the contact was unable to unlock the rear driver and passenger doors. Additionally, while driving various speeds, the brake indicator illuminated independent of the brake pedal being depressed. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 85,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 saturn aura. While driving various speeds or when the vehicle was parked, the door locks would lock and unlock independently. There were no warning indicators illuminated. Upon exiting the vehicle, the contact would manually lock all the doors. Upon returning, the doors would be unlocked. The vehicle was not taken to an independent mechanic or dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. James martin chevrolet (6250 woodward ave, detroit, mi 48202 (313) 875-0500) was contacted and stated that there were no recalls for the doors. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 saturn aura. The contact stated that the recall repair of the electrical system caused other parts of the vehicle to fail. The front doors unlocked by themselves, the trunk would not unlock, and the rear doors would not unlock when using the automatic key. Furthermore, the engine light sensor illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to be repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The failure mileage was 88,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 saturn aura. The contact stated that the four interior power door locks unlocked and locked continuously with a clicking sound. The failure occurred whether the vehicle was in operation or parked. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unavailable.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 saturn aura. While driving approximately 35 MPH, all four doors on the vehicle unlocked without warning. The failure occurred multiple times. The dealer stated that all four door actuators and the two front door locks needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 30,000.
The locking mechanism for the doors was locking and unlocking as I am traveling. This also happens when the car is parked.
On july 14, 2014, interior door locks stopped unlocking and locking. Car is parked in the garage and is intermittently locking by itself. I am reluctant to drive because I don't want to get locked in this car. Based on the comments on the internet, this is a common occurrence with this model car. Please advise.
Power door locks fail to unlock. This is now the second time this has happened. First occurrence it was fixed under warranty. Power door lock mech fails to unlock on door, this will sometimes cause door to not unlock. Concern is in a accident, you may not be able to exit car. Manufacture seems to know this happens.
1st problem rear door locks would keep opening and locking by themselves,same time trunk would would not unlock.had to have all repaired at a cost of $450.2nd problem while car parked in drive an in park car rolled back into mail box now have to have fender repaired,took to dealer could find no problem.3rd problem car driver door sagging chipping paint dealer tightened does not hold.
Questions about the 2008 Saturn Aura locks
Does the 2008 Saturn Aura have locks problems?
Owners have filed 19 complaints about the locks of the 2008 Saturn Aura, 4% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2008 Saturn Aura locks problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 65,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Saturn Aura locks?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
Other 2008 Saturn Aura problems
Transmission 124Steering 112Electrical 93Brakes 62Driver assistance 47Lights 45Airbags 26Acceleration 22Engine 22Seats 19Body 18Fuel system 10Suspension 9Wheels 6Tires 3Visibility 3Seat belts 2
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