2008 BMW Z4 vs 2008 Saturn Sky
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 | 2008 BMW Z4 | 2008 Saturn Sky |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 19 | 186 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 34 | 870 |
| Investigations | 0 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–22 | 21–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 44,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW Z4 | Saturn Sky |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 8 | 94 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 0 | 59 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 18 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 11 |
| Seats | 1 | 6 |
| Steering | 5 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 4 |
| Wheels | 1 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 5 | 30 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 21 |
2008 BMW Z4
2008 Saturn Sky
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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.