2008 Saturn Aura: rolls away in park

Filed Dec 16, 2025 · Brakes, Engine · PA

My 2008 Saturn Aura had the transmission shift cable safety recall completed. The same rollaway condition has returned. GM and the dealer refused reinspection and repair, stating the vehicle ‘has lived its life.’ This recall addresses a known rollaway safety risk, and the condition still exists.

Filed Mar 4, 2019 · Transmission · 142,285 miles · LA

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 saturn aura. When the vehicle was engaged in park, it unintentionally rolled away. The contact had to apply the emergency brake to stop the vehicle. Morgan buick gmc shreveport (8757 business park dr, shreveport, la 71105, (318) 798-1600) was contacted and stated that the contact would be responsible for the repair cost. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 142,285.

Filed Jul 19, 2018 · Transmission · 112,000 miles · MO

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 saturn aura. While the vehicle was parked, it rolled away on its own. Also, the vehicle was unable to shift gears after it was started. The manufacturer was called and informed the contact that there were no recalls on the vehicle. The contact was informed to call a local dealer for diagnostic testing and repairs. The dealer was not notified. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 112,000.

Filed Jun 19, 2014 · Engine, Steering · 80,000 miles · IN

On saturday, june 14 my car would not start. I moved the floor gear shift deeper into the park position and it started. On monday, june 16 I parked my car after purchasing an item at drive-through window. When I attempted to start it, it would not start. The gear shift moved through all of the indicators (prd...) and the car began to roll backwards nearly hitting another car. I called for a tow, and the driver noted the problem. Today, pep boys completed repair of the the gear shift assembly. There was a missing part. The incident notice (http://www.motortrend.com/cars/2008/saturn/aura/recalls/) recall id # 103875 - power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:floor shiftplushide details recall date: apr 30, 2014 model affected: 2008 saturn aura summary: general motors llc (gm) notified the agency on april 29, 2014, that they are recalling 56,214 model year 2007 and 2008 saturn aura vehicles. Consequences: if the transmission shift cable fractures while the vehicle is being driven, the transmission gear selection may not match the indicated gear and the vehicle may move in an unintended or unexpected direction, increasing the risk of a crash. Furthermore, when the driver goes to stop and park the vehicle, despite selecting the 'park' position, the transmission may not be in 'park.' if the vehicle is not in the "park" position there is a risk the vehicle will roll away as the driver and other occupants exit the vehicle or anytime thereafter. A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders. Remedy: gm will notify owners, and gm dealers will replace the shift cable assembly and mounting bracket, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact general motors at 1‑800‑553‑6000. Gm's number for this recall is 14152.

Filed May 9, 2014 · Transmission · 203,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 saturn aura. The contact stated that the vehicle rolled away while secured in park. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for inspection or repairs. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign id number 14v224000(power train) however, the VIN was not included and the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 203,000.

Filed May 7, 2014 · Transmission · 57,000 miles · FL · crash

I experienced the recently announced rollaway problem, but my dealer says my vehicle VIN is not on the recall list.

Filed Jan 31, 2013 · Transmission · 64,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 saturn aura. The contact stated that the vehicle rolled away while in park. The contact was able to stop the vehicle but was unable to start the engine after placing the key in the ignition. The vehicle was towed to a private mechanic where it was found that the shifter cable had failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 12v460000 (power train). The approximate failure and current mileage was 64,000.