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2010 Saturn Aura Problems: 1 Known Issue

2010 model year · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated September 2026

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Issue summary

According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2010 Saturn Aura has 1 documented issue, with 1 rated critical. The most serious is Transmission Shift Cable Fracture (Rollaway Risk) ($150-$500 repair). Across all issues with published estimates, repair costs range from $150 to $500. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.

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On the 2007-2010 Saturn Aura, the plastic shift cable end fitting or its retaining tabs can wear out and fracture on automatic-transmission Auras. When this happens, the gear indicator may show 'Park' (or the wrong gear) while the transmission is actually still in Drive, Reverse, or Neutral, and the driver may be unable to shift to Park or remove the key. This created a serious vehicle rollaway hazard and was linked to multiple crashes and injuries. It is the single most-documented and safety-critical defect on the Aura, addressed by two NHTSA recalls.

Common Symptoms

  • Shifter shows Park but car can still roll
  • Cannot shift lever into Park
  • Cannot remove ignition key
  • Gear indicator shows wrong gear
  • Vehicle rolls when parked on an incline

How to Fix

Covered by recall (NHTSA 12V460000 installed a retainer over the cable end; 14V224000 replaced the shift cable assembly and mounting bracket at no charge). Out of warranty, the fix is to replace the shift cable/shifter cable bushing or full cable assembly; some cases are resolved by replacing the small worn plastic bushing where the cable connects to the transmission lever.

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Typical repair cost:$150 - $500

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NHTSA Recalls6 recalls

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

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. On May 22, 2014, GM increased the recall to include an additional 1,074,899 model year 2004-2008 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured from May 16, 2003, through October 5, 2007, model year 2004-2007 Malibu Maxx vehicles manufactured from June 25, 2003, through April 5, 2007, and model year 2005-2008 Pontiac G6 vehicles manufactured from May 26, 2004, through September 28, 2007, and equipped with 4-speed transmissions. The total number vehicles being recalled is now 1,131,113.

Campaign #14V22400030/04/2014

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2004-2012 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured May 16, 2003, through October 11, 2012, 2004-2007 Malibu Maxx vehicles manufactured June 25, 2003, through April 5, 2007, 2005-2010 Pontiac G6 vehicles manufactured May 26, 2004, through January 4, 2010, and 2007-2010 Saturn Aura vehicles manufactured April 24, 2006, through May 26, 2009. In the affected vehicles, increased resistance in the Body Control Module (BCM) connection may result in voltage fluctuations in the Brake Apply Sensor (BAS) circuit. These fluctuations can cause one or more of these conditions: the brake lights to illuminate without the brake pedal being pushed; the brake lights to not illuminate when the pedal is pushed; difficulty disengaging the cruise control; moving the gear shifter out of the 'PARK' position without pushing the brake; and disablement of crash avoidance features such as traction control, electronic stability control, and panic braking assist features.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common Saturn Aura problems?

According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2010 Saturn Aura has 1 documented issue. The documented issue is: Transmission Shift Cable Fracture (Rollaway Risk). Of these, 1 is rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

Is the Saturn Aura reliable?

The 2010 Saturn Aura has 1 known issue compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 1 issue is rated critical: Transmission Shift Cable Fracture (Rollaway Risk). Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.

How much does it cost to fix common Saturn Aura problems?

Repair costs for known Saturn Aura issues range from $150 to $500, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, Transmission Shift Cable Fracture (Rollaway Risk), typically costs $150-$500 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.

What is the 2007-2010 Saturn Aura Transmission Shift Cable Fracture (Rollaway Risk)?

The plastic shift cable end fitting or its retaining tabs can wear out and fracture on automatic-transmission Auras. When this happens, the gear indicator may show 'Park' (or the wrong gear) while the transmission is actually still in Drive, Reverse, or Neutral, and the driver ma… Repairs typically run $150-$500. Severity: high.

Content on this page was compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, owner reports, and public automotive data. While we strive for accuracy, this information may contain errors. Always verify repair procedures and specifications with your vehicle's service manual or a qualified mechanic.

Data compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, automotive forums, and AI-assisted research. No aggregated owner-report counts available for this vehicle yet.

Campaign #14V25200014/05/2014

STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 and 2008-2009 Chevrolet Malibu, 2004-2006 Malibu Maxx, 2009-2010 HHR (non-turbo), 2010 Cobalt, 2008-2009 Saturn Aura and 2004-2007 Ion, and 2005-2009 Pontiac G6. In the affected vehicles, there may be a sudden loss of electric power steering (EPS) assist that could occur at any time while driving.

Campaign #14V15300031/03/2014

STEERING

Dorman Products, Inc. (Dorman) is recalling certain replacement intermediate steering shafts sold under the Dorman, OE Solutions, and Solutions brand names, part numbers 425-167, 2425167, and 7-3074, for installation on 2004-2012 Chevrolet Malibu, 2005-2010 Pontiac G6, and 2007-2009 Saturn Aura vehicles. The affected steering shafts may have a yoke that inadequately supports the u-joint bearing resulting in a premature failure.

Campaign #14E04400021/07/2014

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Saturn Aura and model year 2008-2010 Chevrolet Malibu and Pontiac G6 vehicles, equipped with a 4-speed automatic transmission. On these vehicles, the tabs on the transmission shift cable end may fracture and separate.

Campaign #12V46000018/09/2012

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