Top 5 Problems Saturn Aura Sedan 1st Generation 2007-2010

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These are the top problems with the 1st generation Saturn Aura, which is available in model years 2007 to 2010. In this video, Andy points out the most common faults and issues with the Saturn Aura, and he gives you tips and advice on how you can resolve those problems yourself!
0:00 Top Problems Saturn Aura 1st Gen 2007 - 2010
0:12 Automatic Transmission (6 Speed)
0:58 EVAP Vent Valve
1:37 Cooling Fan Fuse
2:13 Wheel Bearings
2:55 Combination Switch
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[@AlcheMinister]

Man, replacing those headlights are a nightmares' nightmare.

[@dopebackdrops7056]

I’ve experienced the turn signal issue, the EVAP issue. Both very easy fixes. New gas cap and new turn signal arm. Now my 14 year old car is perfect again. Great great car

[@seanguy9720]

The styling on these vehicles has aged well

[@qwezesony2006]

I agree, I didn’t do too much to mine but it looks nice.

[@ZeR0goth]

Also agree. It still fits in with cars 14 years newer

[@tiearascott972]

Yes love mine

[@richmac918]

I have an 09 Aura XR with the 3.6L and 6 speed tranny. Just hit 250K today on a 7 hour trip from Buffalo, NY. Car has been very solid last 12 years with only minor issues. Did replace the wheel bearings at 200K (only one was bad but did both since they are cheap and the repair is simple). Had the evap valve go at somewhere around 150K but no problems since. Bet this thing hasn't had $1500 in repairs in 12 years. Would buy another in a heart beat

[@dumbshit6510]

It was discontinued so I haven’t found any real answers tbh

[@Aokaz]

@@dumbshit6510 sorry it took long for someone to reply, kinda on you cause I got one and it is so messed up. In two weeks I had to get power steering lines fixed, back seat changed and now check engine light just turned on

[@allewis4008]

@@dumbshit6510 Mine is an 07 Aura. Prices have been fine because it shares a bunch of parts with the Chev Malibu.

[@bfuller5577]

I have 07 XR currently 136k miles had it for 6.5 years a few issues waveplate luckily recall/extended warranty took care of that. Also had radio replaced bc of some kind of failure. And timing chain replaced. Currently need a cat

[@chango.-.]

lucky.... I bought a 07 Aura and 2 weeks after I got it the transmission shit the bed at 126k miles.... gave it to my grandma after I fixed the transmission and I think its been doing fine since then

[@vincenteprado2668]

! Thank you for sharing your expertise and knowledgeable video sir ☺☝️

[@paulpenagos8147]

You may mention chronic problem with the rear brake lights they stay on all the time and go off only when you brake

[@kyukels9365]

I love my Saturn dearly an this video helped me diagnose wht might be one my issues

[@charlespayne1909]

Listen up gang. There should be 1.25m views on every video. All these subscribers , repair shop prices should go down drasticly. Cause everybody is watching 1a auto. I know people know somebody that will do it for 1l3 of the price.

[@1AAuto]

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[@perma45ACP]

Bro omg your so spot on. I had all these problems

[@malcolmjelani3588]

I have an 08 Aura and its been reliable. I've only replaced the engine and the transmission. Beautiful car.

[@HassanHassan-ze3oc]

Dude you spot on I bet you own a Saturn aura

[@leonjohnson1824]

Man you havent seen issues until you've owned a Mercedes Benz w251 R class. So many headaches!!!

[@TheArcV]

Good vid! And spot on. I have an '07 Aura XR with the 6-speed transmission. I encountered the 3,5,R Wave plate issue and GM fixed with no charge it even though it was out of warranty. There is a special coverage offer for GM cars with this issue. Another thing that happened was the multifunction switch that you point out. Fortunately this was easy enough to fix myself. A few other things I had with this car that others might also see: 1) Instrument panel lights failing. This can be removed and sent for repair with an independent electronics repair firm (which I eventually did). Getting a used one from a junkyard won't completely work as the VIN is locked to the instrument panel so your total miles will not update unless it is the original part. So get the original out and send it out for repair. Doable if you are relatively handy and the cost will be around $200 or so. 2) Rear 3rd brake light fail. One would think this wouldn't happen since they are LEDs. But apparently the board may have cold solder joints and fail. Getting this fixed is difficult as it is hard to remove and finding a new one is also tough. Some people have had luck reflowing the solder. A PITA since you need this for some state safety inspections. 3) Replacing the front headlights is ridiculously difficult. It is next to impossible to unplug the bulb sockets as they are crammed behind the light module with zero room. You have to take apart a good deal of the front bumper and also the wheel well liners to get at the screws and bolts to loosen the headlight module so you can get at the sockets. Aside from all that I've had a reliable car that has been a dependable ride for over 14 years.

[@user-jy3zl2vp4b]

I had luck with some tricks to replacing the headlight lightbulb. Turning the wheel outward and then going in behind the tire (without needing to take the tire off). Need to prop open the panel pretty far to get hand it. But it works. I did the driver's side. Haven't needed to do passenger side....but if you have someone with small hands I heard it can be done from the top without dismantling anything. Also can go through wheel well. There are videos on YT. One word of caution: I found many places (Walmart, etc) recommending the WRONG headlamp...you need one were the plugs are within a cm of each other...not spread out.

[@alfonsom8286]

Can you tell me where to find information on this special coverage warranty? Is it still active in 2022?

[@Kjgairborne]

@@alfonsom8286 wondering the same thing!

[@bradmarshall4208]

2007 Saturn aura and like additional issues known. No crank when hot is the relay fuse box under the hood gets a common ground break internally. Ignition switches are also common issues. 6 speed trans with manual feature also had recall for mount break inside. Timing chain issues due to oil starvation issues that have a fix. 2007 with 3.6 6 sped 204k miles one owner. Dealt with these and several other issues found to be common but unknown causes in gm’s opinion

[@180digi]

i have the '08 XR with the 3.6L V6. i got it three years ago at 80k miles and i've only put 14k on it since i bought it. no major problems and i've driven it from the northeast to the midwest to the south and back to the northeast but the flaws in the LY7 engine and 6T70 transmission of the '07-'09 era make it feel like a ticking time bomb. the XE doesn't use this engine/transmission configuration. if i weren't planning on moving back to the big city i'd look into getting a different car.

[@TeamAemrica]

i just bought the 2007 Saturn Aura XR V6. i love it.

[@corbinlifts]

same buddy

[@BITE499]

how is it doing so far looking to buying one tomorrow

[@BITE499]

@@corbinlifts how isnit doing looking to buying one

[@charlespayne1909]

By the time im 50. Ill be so freakin good at cars. Plus i went to Lincoln tech. You guyz ARE THE TOOL TRUCKS!!:)

[@1AAuto]

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[@angelherrera8077]

Thank u sir. I like those cars. And u make my decision crear

[@markreed2576]

They eat headlight bulbs because of poor mounting of lights that aren’t shock mounted. The plastic windshield washer faucet is exposed to engine heat and cracks on many auras. The worst is the engine timing chain stretches and is big bucks to replace. The tank mounted fuel pump failed too. After repairs it’s still going at 250,000 miles with no body rust.

[@garneylester8530]

Spot on

[@perma45ACP]

So right about vent valve

[@alejandrolopez507]

I’ve haven’t had any problems with my aura if it’s only because of high mileage maybe it’s all been replaced after all great car when taken care of

[@bgregg55]

Only issues I've had on my '09 Aura: Passenger seat occupant sensor is bad+; AIR Injection system pump failed twice (then I just quit replacing it because I dont care); One door lock actuator got weak (replaced with a very cheap & easy to install universal one). I do have the LE5 engine & I am holding my breath that the dreaded stretched timing chain issue doesn't strike.

[@1AAuto]

+bgregg55 Thanks for the feedback!

[@ramanpreciado2241]

Those cars are the "cool" regular style cars.

[@drdock8103]

anybody ever replace the body control module in one of these? my two front headlights are both brand new and went out, no tcs, or abs both systems are disabled. Heard the was a recall in 2014 on the module and was wondering if anybody had any experience replacing those.

[@User_600Lm]

My power steering is still tough on the 2009 Saturn aura. I’ve changed the fuse and the box.

[@MoyzeVid]

I'm looking to buy a 2007 Saturn Aura XE with 80,000km. If i'm not mistaken it is a 4 gear transmission. Does this transmission have the same problems as the 6 gears ? Is it a good buy ?

[@courtneysteinbroner4920]

Would you be able to show me where the Silinoid #4 is located? I have a 08' POS Aura.

[@dougedoug007]

Im suffering from the exploding cooling fan stabbed radiator problem.

[@nyc8452]

Just had the 3-5-R waveplate failure on a 2009 Aura XR 3.6 with the 6T75 transmission. It failed right on 80,000 miles. I repaired it without taking the transmission out using the Sonnax kit. Not something I'd want to do again - it's very fiddly/tight with the transmission still in place - but it seems to have fixed the issue. I've had every other issue discussed except for the cooling fan issue as well as a host of other things. The electrics on this car truly have a mind of their own and half the time my OBD2 port won't even read.

[@angelherrera8077]

I'm trying to buy one of yr 2007. Question. That transmission has 6 speed on it? Thank u

[@robertp9297]

Q: Is the PCV valve (the one towards the front of the vehicle) difficult to change? ... 2007 Aura XR (3.6 LY7), 240,000 miles My local repair shop wants to charge me $ 1,104 (one thousand one hundred four) to change it. Local parts houses have them upwards of $ 30.00.. If you could do a video on that, it would be great.. I've had the combo switch, transmission, fuel tank valve, Frt Wheel Bearings, and alternator replaced.. Thanks for this informative video.

[@bailey5437]

Can you do a video on the Saturn Vue XE 2.4l 4Cylinder?

[@paulpenagos8147]

Did you know anything about brake lights problems in the back they stay on most of the time or you break they go off and they come back on by themselves

[@miggy2503]

What about traction control it’s telling to service traction control

[@qq3528]

4t45e transmission have any problems?

[@charlespayne1909]

If i could i would open a shop and HIRE you guyz. And do what icon torque wrench did to snap on torque wrench.

[@1AAuto]

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[@GaryPaschkeSrGaryFPaschkeSr54]

Do you have any solutions on trouble shooting why the trunk release button on the driver's side panel doesn't activate? I can't find a specific relay or fuse listed in the owner's manual. I can activate the trunk release relay using the key fob.

[@d.edwardsfreelanceeditorvi4212]

2007XR with 360k. Had to replace the engine.

[@Kjgairborne]

I mean that's not bad tho, though 360k over 15 year seems like a lot of miles. I got the 07XE with 160k still running strong, but I take very good care of her.

[@mebcool]

1A Auto, thanks for the video folks. My wife owns an 08 Saturn Aura XR with the 3.6 L V6. Sweet car, given to her by her mother. So it's got sentimental value, but the thing has been a nightmare since day one. Brakes & Tires right off the bat, including rotors, which were warped. Always had a vibration, and in four years now I've never been able to identify it and fix it. I've replaced both front wheel bearing assemblies (x2), rotors, calipers, pads, sway-bar links, tie-rod ends, CV shafts (x2), struts, lower control arms front, headlights (high vis), tail lights (lens too), tires three times now (still haven't found that vibration, but it's not chewing up tires anymore), practically the entire front end has been replaced new including plugs & coils, purge valve and now, NOW during a routine oil change and rotation I found a broken coil spring on the back left. This explains that "clunk in the trunk" I've been hearing this past year and a half... another "bleep" I've not been able to identify and remedy. I fix these sort of things in pairs, so I ordered a pair of coil springs and new shocks for the rear and come to find out that other coil spring was broken too. Broken coil springs and I couldn't see them till the separated and came out ? The car had 75,000 on it when we got it and now has 236,000+ I'm a volunteer driver for a company that serves the communities in the surrounding 10 or 15 counties. I take people to their doctor's appointments and things like that. Usually elderly, but just basically anybody that can't drive for what ever reason and their insurance provides ride service... I drive. I've been dedicated now for over a year and a half to one individual who has to go to dialysis every three days. That trip alone is over 160 miles per day, three times per week. Then add in another trip or two to the cities or where ever and I rack up around 25-30,000 miles per year just volunteering. Then there's the electrical issues. Took it through a car wash one day and came out with lights blinking, the stereo "flashing" on and off, the turn signals echoing through the stereo speakers, holy cow it was a nightmare. It's had a parasitic drain that I've never found, but disconnecting the heated seats and mirrors stopped the battery from being drained every other day. Stereo stopped working years ago. Little things keep happening, like when I exit the vehicle and walk away, it honks at me. Hmmm you say, doesn't every car ? Not ours. The key FOB thingy died years ago and ever since we have no clicker, no remote start, not door unlocker thingy or trunk opener thingy. So why's this thing honking at me ? Sometimes lights will come on in the dash, dummy lights, and then go off later. Door locks don't always work. Sometimes the cruise chooses to take the morning off and not function at all. I keep fixing it though because my wife loves it. I've been wondering if an entirely new wiring harness, fuse panels, and ECM would solve the electrical issues ? That's a lot of work, but if it solves 99% of the issues I'd be happy. All my clients love the car and always have rave comments about it... and it's really nothing that special, I just take care of it, wash it, and keep up on the maintenance.

[@lulz4lulz]

I feel your pain, had an 08 with the 2.4 though highschool and a few years of college. Car nickled and dimed me, only thing I didn't have problems with was the engine. Paying for a new transmission in high-school while making minimum wage sucked and then all these other issues stacked up. The electrical gremlins were an absolute nightmare.

[@robertwallis9782]

Try inspecting the base of the fuse block under the hood for your electrical issues. Ours had it where the connectors were pushing out and had to get fuse block replaced

[@yadielpena4942]

Interesante me sirvió esa información 🧐 pero podrías activar que también venga en subtítulos..

[@1AAuto]

+Yadiel Peña Thanks for the feedback!

[@rheabenner3468]

I have an 08 aura. I haven’t had any of these yet but the hub assembly. I do have a issue I can’t seem to figure out tho. Water in the driver floor board and rear passenger floorboard. I know it’s probably under the front passenger as well but can’t see it due to the rubber under the carpet. Anyways, water seems to be like 3 inches deep in the back every time it rains. Can’t find any leaky seals. Doesn’t come from doors or roof.

[@danielramos803]

It might be your ac is blocked and leaking inside. I was just looking into that, as my saturn leaks exsevly under when I'm running the ac

[@yamilpillado3145]

So I have a 2008 Saturn Aura XE, and I had the starter replaced cuz it wouldn't start on me at times, but today 2 months later, after I had it replaced it doesn't want to start, what can it be??

[@mywienersyoumusttouch6446]

I'm about to buy one of these . Under a hundred thousand miles with only two owners . 3500 hundred dollars ..... Here's hoping for the best . It's got a new timing chain and transmission . No Dents or scratches . With heated leather interior that's like New

[@tedczalbowski6262]

Anyone have any issues with timing chain? How do you tell what transmission is in the car? Thanks

[@gilr5737]

What do I do to TS the DIC on my 2009 Saturn Aura. The problem is the switch on the storing does not sequence thru the selections. I have had the switch assembly and that did not resolve the problem.

[@lulz4lulz]

Had a 2008, worst car I have ever had... transmission exploded around 80k. Thermostat would constantly pop, would replace it and it would pop again in 2-3 days, so never had AC or heat. Tons of overheating even after replacing radiator and all other related parts, all fuses, electrical issues, tpms issues, windows would leak, always had to manually hold the turn signals, horrible gas mileage, car would struggle to start even after changing alternator, battery, etc, sway bars would snap if you go over a minor bump, etc. Not reliable, sent it to the junk yard for $500 with 120k on it.

[@angelherrera8077]

Wow. Was it your motor 3.5? Or the 4 cylinder? Please

[@BayouHotBoy1]

You just got one out of a bad batch. I'm at 212k miles. I'll be changing the spark plugs for the first time in about 2 weeks.

[@allewis4008]

Only thing I'd suggest is problems with the steering u-joint aren't always obvious. It should be checked and possibly replaced if there's slack in the steering wheel.

[@NestorArias-me2lp]

Hey I'm having problem with 2007 Saturn aura V6 when driving al of a sudden it doesn't accelerate like is in neutral, I just replaced the transmission and still doing the same , pls help. Thank!

[@perma45ACP]

Just sold my saturn aura

[@iris6215]

My grandma use to own one and one time when me and my sister's were riding in it with my gramma we went to Costco for a few minutes and we went back to the car the car wouldn't start because the battery died so we were stuck at the parking lot (by the way this happened at night) until someone guy in a red truck saw us and help us out so we were able to get back home at 12:00 this happened back in 2015 after that happened she sold it and now drives a 2015 Chrysler town and country

[@devinpino6160]

I have a 2007 Saturn aura xe n I can not find a sunroof that fits it ughh

[@joshuatrinidad6771]

I have an 09 XR sitting in my garage with 80k miles on it with no reverse and bad shifting from 3-5. I had the wave plate special warranty work completed and still had no reverse and bad shifting from gears 3 and 5. This car just sits in my garage at this point as I don’t want to pay what the car is worth to have the transmission fixed that basically blew because of GMs manufacturer defect on these transmissions. The repair shop said there was so much metal debris in the transmission due to the cracked wave plate and that most likely caused other problems with the transmission that weren’t covered under the special warranty….run away from these things, far away….stay away from the older Chevy Malibus as well, as some of those also have this same 6 spd transmission along with the wave plate issue.

[@ieishabarker7403]

How to find the mph fuse ?

[@BayouHotBoy1]

2 out of 5 for mine.

[@user-fn7nn4wj1q]

p4 20 code for the catalytic converters I switched it out and then code P 1174 and 1175 keep coming on I have replaced my O2 sensors my fuel injectors spark plugs coils gas cap and everything that it says to be replaced and the light still comes on I keep telling these mechanics that I believe it's something to do with the computer.. one guy did recalibrate but the light came back on..HELP ME Please.... Spent over $2,000 trying to get this fixed..

[@sirmuff01]

We only drive our Saturday and maybe three times a week. But our battery keeps draining and the alternator is good and it's a new battery. But the turn signal switch is broke off and I'm just wondering if that has something to do with it.

[@HassanHassan-ze3oc]

Who got his Saturn clause to 220000 miles🤔

[@ElPapiPollo169]

I bought my 07 Aura XE w/170k and now a year later 190k+ the power hose just went out but since then it’s been a great commuter. Looking to get another year out of it before upgrading but I’m cheap and don’t mind driving a simple commuter.

[@Hulk-mc7bp]

Over 275,000 on an SL1 (bought it new), gave it to my nephew who put over 100k on it before getting rid of it. Just basic maintanance, motor and transmission were in great shape.

[@tonyyayo2115]

Welp...saw a 2009 Aura for only $1700. Won't be buying if transmission has a tendency to fail. Replacement would cost way more than the car

[@meghanbrown8493]

AC went out, fan broke and jabbed my radiator, cooling fan fuse, battery keeps dying, trunk leaks, car won't take gas, terrible gas mileage, brake light cover fell off, trunk won't pop without someone pulling up on it, suspension is completely fked, leaks oil, tpms all not working, lifter tick started yesterday, headlights are an absolute nightmare, won't accelerate when turning, shifter cable bushing keeps breaking, struggles to start randomly. The list goes on I'm sure I'm missing some things. This is the worst car I've ever owned in my life. Huge pos.

[@andrewsalazar98]

30amps? It must be very low voltage

[@john1240able]

Thanks for advice car is basically crap 💩

[@perma45ACP]

Damn right just sold mine

[@allewis4008]

I disagree. 230k and my 07 still runs like a dream.

[@misschena2]

I have this car it is a paaain

[@candyjames1075]

Really 😳😳😳 I was going to get one

[@BrooklynKing22]

@@candyjames1075 right I was just about to buy one.. 😭 now y'all got me scared!!!

[@allewis4008]

It's a good car, it needs maintenance like all cars do.

[@thegreat9481]

@@BrooklynKing22 you got ig?

[@Adam-nv9zo]

I'd say its first problem is that it's a Saturn 😆.

[@john7365]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@dariusbivins7251]

Cap...its basically a chevy

[@spadeavenger8535]

Its an Opel

[@chrisyaritz2180]

Whatever problems these Saturns have....are the same you'll find on Chevy Malibu's.. Saturn was just a side brand of GM. The 3.5 litre is a decent motor, but I would avoid the the 3.6 and the 4 cylinder versions (timing chain issues)

[@allewis4008]

2007 NA car of the year. It's a good vehicle.

[@manuelmariamorel1244]

Spanish please ??????

[@1RJW381]

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