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2006 Saturn ION
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| Saturn ION in Saskatchewan, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 39060 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2010 | 39680 | 0 | dipstick was popping out. Turned out to be a pinched pcv line on the back of the engine |
| Oct | 2011 | 50840 | 0 | loose stabalizer arm knuckle |
| Saturn ION in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2011 | 85000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2011 | 87000 | 560 | rear wheel bearing bad had to replace entire hub asesembly--other side will need to be replaced soon |
| Aug | 2011 | 84500 | 650 | Car began leaking heavily around all doors and windows |
| Sep | 2011 | 82000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan
170-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Saturn ION in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2008 | 52000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2008 | 55000 | 0 | Power steering became unoperable for a short trip was advised to take into dealer for safety |
| Jan | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Saturn ION in Missouri, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2006 | 0 | Service Engine Soon light came on - clutch pedal switch/cruise control activation problem. Algorithm written to throw SES light on if computer "decides" speed changes too often within a certain distance. | |
| Feb | 2006 | 0 | Clutch pedal made a ratcheting sound when depressed - mechanic lubricated ball-and-socket joint at pedal actuator rod. Glove box refused to stay latched. Parts ordered. | |
| Mar | 2006 | 0 | Faulty glove box latch. Replaced with new assembly ordered in February. Clutch pedal squeaked. Lubed assembly. SES came on again around 2800 miles, same condition as 1st entry. Codes reset. | |
| Apr | 2006 | 0 | SES light activated again, same code stored as before. Tech cleared the codes, claims unit works as designed. | |
| Jun | 2006 | 0 | Fuel sending unit shorted, replaced. SES light on again. LF & RF windows rattled when open. Not fixed. Repaired chip in LF rocker panel, repainted rear bumper where trunk meets, installed 3 rubber stops, repainted, adjusted fuel filler door. | |
| Aug | 2006 | 0 | Foam emerged from LF roof driprail. Removed and repositioned foam. SES light again - no codes found. Installed latest PCM calibration, lubed clutch pedal hinge and push rod. | |
| Sep | 2006 | 0 | Foam protruding from LR roof driprail - trimmed excessive insulation that was visible. Later in same month, LR driprail foam replaced. | |
| Oct | 2006 | 0 | Foam in entire right side driprails removed and replaced. | |
| Dec | 2006 | 0 | Brake lamp lit during extremely cold weather. System checked - no problems found. SES light on again - new clutch switch ordered. Replaced uppermost clutch switch. Front pass. seat cover partially loose, r&r seat, secured cover, fasteners. | |
| Feb | 2007 | 0 | Brake lamp lit again during very cold weather - no issues. SES light on again. If PCM sees 8 or more changes in vehicle speed w/o pedal depressed, it will set code..."cannot be helped." | |
| Mar | 2007 | 0 | Squeak emanating from RR seat area - heard when outside temp is ~50F or less. Replaced RR latch, adjusted striker plate. Temporary fix. | |
| Apr | 2007 | 0 | RR squeak returns - Unable to duplicate at this time. | |
| Jun | 2007 | 0 | LF window creaks and groans when going up or down. Ordered new window regulator. New LF window regulator installed. SES light on again. Same code, cleared code (P0833). | |
| Jul | 2007 | 0 | Dash crack appeared near auto headlight sensor. Replaced center dash trim. Rental car. Left fuel tank strap loose and dangling. Bolt fell out. Replaced. Car towed to retailer, key stuck in ignition. Lock cylinder binding in housing. Replaced cylinder. Ren | |
| Sep | 2007 | 0 | Foam under RF roof driprail sticks out. R&R foam. Brake pedal squeaks, lubed booster rod. Moisture in headlamps, worse on L side. Given vented headlamp bulletin - working as designed. | |
| Nov | 2007 | 0 | RR seat squeak back again. Replaced RR seat cushion. Pop in driver's seat, at left edge. Seat bottom cover loose at front, adjusted tabs on seat pan and reclipped cover. | |
| May | 2008 | 35000 | 0 | Steering wheel made a rattle when turned 180 degrees or more. Bad cruise control switch found - part ordered. |
| Jun | 2008 | 35000 | 0 | Steering wheel made a rattle when turned 180 degrees or more. Bad cruise control switch found. Wrong part was ordered on 2nd visit, had to return for 3rd visit to get correct ordered and installed. |
| Dec | 2009 | 56000 | 0 | RF wheel bearing assembly made droning noise at 25 mph and above. |
| Jan | 2010 | 57300 | 0 | Engine revs failed to drop between 1st and 2nd and 2nd and 3rd gears, SES light activated. Problem traced to failed camshaft position sensors. Retailer removed and replaced intake and exhaust sets under extended warranty. |
| May | 2010 | 62000 | 0 | L and R front sway bar links loosened. Dealer replaced clamps, insulators, bushings and link assemblies. Worn intermediate steering shaft replaced, car's front end clunked and popped during turns at low speeds. |
| Dec | 2010 | 70000 | 88 | I smelled gasoline while outside the car. Called retailer. Verified there is a TSB on replacing fuel pump module. Local Chevrolet dealer did the work as Saturn no longer exists. RR belt molding was replaced after original shrank and left gap which could have allowed water intrustion. Passenger side visor broke, would not retract against roof. |
| Apr | 2011 | 75000 | 0 | Catalytic converter broke internally at ~73,500 miles, replaced and covered under 8/80,000 mile emissions system warranty. |
| Jul | 2011 | 78000 | 50 | Driver's side sun visor refused to stay "up" or rest against roof, often dropping into my light of sight and brushing against my head in certain situations. RF belt molding shrank to due long-term weather exposure; it was replaced while car was in shop for non-related body work. |
| Oct | 2011 | 80000 | 530 | Front lower control arm bushings and front sway bar end links/bushings were failing. They were replaced. |
| Sep | 2012 | 92000 | 1390 | Replaced shock absorbers and struts. They were 6.5 years old and the mechanic implied at least one was leaking. I decided to heed the recommendation before it became worse and one or more units failed. Shop said end links bad. Compared prices, found dealer cheaper, went there. They said end links fine, but other parts not. L outer tie rod needed replacing. L outer CV boot torn and leaking, replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 98000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan
170-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Saturn ION in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2007 | 0 | Right rear power window regulator | |
| Saturn ION in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 43400 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2011 | 55180 | 574 | Severe rattle/shimmy when braking. Warped brake rotors, machined them to smooth surface. Brake pads were fine as they were replaced last year by me. Hear rattling noise in/near steering column. Similar to when i had steering column replaced a couple of years ago. Tech didn't detect the noise, he inspected steering components and didn't see anything. Still hear it, not too serious yet. |
| Mar | 2013 | 76880 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Saturn ION in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2011 | 103000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2011 | 103000 | 483 | Intermediate Steering Shaft removed and new part installed. stabilizer link bushings removed - new parts installed. |
| Dec | 2011 | 108000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Saturn ION in Newfoundland / Lab., Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2009 | 38440 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2009 | 38440 | 0 | Engine light was on when turned in, may have been a tiny hole in muffler. |
| Saturn ION in British Columbia, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 13640 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 14260 | 0 | Check engine light showing intermittingly. Fuel injector fault code detected at dealer 4 injectors replaced. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan
140-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Saturn ION in Colorado, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2007 | 29000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2008 | 33000 | 0 | Loose window regulator. Trunk lid rubbing on deck. |
| Mar | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Saturn ION in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2008 | 175 | A SOFT GRINDING IN THE RIGHT FRONT. DEALER REPLACED FRONT BEARING WHILE DOING THE 100,000 MILE TUNE UP | |
| Apr | 2009 | 80 | My 21 year old son swapped out the alternator for a rebuilt unit from the local salvage yard. Total time for repair was 20 minutes. | |
| Mar | 2010 | 45 | Key stuck in ingition switch, unable to remove. Took to local shop who said this was a common problem. He replaced ignition switch. | |
| Apr | 2013 | 287000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan
140-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Saturn ION in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2007 | 16000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2007 | 17000 | 45 | seat cover latches keep popping off , resulting in seat cover coming off seat, seems to be unresolvable intermittently, check engine will come on as well as abs, brake, no codes are stored, so nothing gets done about it |
| Feb | 2008 | 21000 | 0 | Struts went bad. |
| Nov | 2008 | 29000 | 0 | Rotors were shiny and pads worn, again, replaced both. |
| Sep | 2009 | 33000 | 100 | drivers window not working; found window regulator no good (again) When fueling, pump keeps stopping. Bad tank purge solenoid. |
| Jan | 2010 | 34000 | 100 | continual problem with drivers window, got stuck and had to replace regulator 3 times then finally clips that hold glass in place on regulator, will see if this works, 4th time being repaired. |
| May | 2010 | 34500 | 100 | check engine light, gas tank needed to be replaced has a built in valve that is defective, wheel hub bearings also no good, making loud noise. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Saturn ION in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2009 | 55000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2009 | 56000 | 0 | Two problems here. The passlock system doesn't recognize the key in cold weather, causing it to take 10 mins before it will start. Also, it often won't release the key when I turn off the car. The Airbag light has come on. I haven't done anything about it yet. |
| Jan | 2010 | 63000 | 700 | GM knows there is a problem with the passlock system that causes it to not allow the car to start in cold weather. Still, they won't pay to fix it. I fixed it myself, replacing and reprogramming the ignition switch. I also found both struts were bad. |
| Jun | 2010 | 74000 | 300 | The paint on the hood is now peeling off in streaks. This is an Ion, so it's not caused by how incredibly fast I am driving. |
| Feb | 2011 | 85000 | 0 | Paint peeling off hood in strips. |
| Saturn ION in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 122000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2010 | 131000 | 150 | Power steering failed while driving. Upon restarting the car, the power steering restored. Mechanic evaluated problem and replaced a blown fuse. |
| Dec | 2010 | 135000 | 1500 | Power steering fails, then reboots when the car is restarted. This is a constant problem. With the repair estimated at over $1500 on a car worth under $3k, we will be buying a replacement car instead of repairing. Common issue on 2006 Ion2 |
| Jun | 2011 | 139000 | 0 | Head gasket blown and the car is now junked. Steering also never fixed. |
| Saturn ION in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 21000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 46000 | 0 | Connection at the fuel tank hand to be replace per TSB recall. Vehicle had leaking fuel and strong fuel order. |
| Mar | 2013 | 68000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Saturn ION in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2007 | 37000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2009 | 60000 | 265 | Fixed the dreaded passlock issue with a new ignition and also cleaned the injectors. |
| Dec | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Saturn ION in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2008 | 17000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2008 | 20000 | 0 | replace passenger side conrtol arm bushing |
| Jul | 2008 | 21000 | 0 | Replaced driver side control arm. |
| May | 2009 | 27000 | 0 | replace control arm bushing |
| Jul | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Saturn ION in Colorado, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2010 | 48000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 52000 | 0 | correction of a power steering issue that was done under recall. experienced power steering failure several times previously. |
| Oct | 2011 | 59000 | 0 | replaced rear shocks |
| Aug | 2012 | 76500 | 230 | Ignition column needed to be replaced as the key was stuck in the ignition. |
| Apr | 2013 | 86000 | 175 | Replace front brake pads, adjust rear drums, flush brake fluid. |
| Saturn ION in Tennessee, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2008 | 37000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2012 | 87000 | 600 | I smelled fuel leaking from under the car. The mechanic checked it when they changed the oil, needed a new fuel pump. |
| Mar | 2013 | 93000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Saturn ION in Nova Scotia, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2007 | 21700 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2007 | 22320 | 500 | Vechicle taken in for safety inspection. Informed front pads AND rotors had to be replaced to pass inspection. Was told the rotor had to be replaced because of a rust ridge around the outside of the rotor, grinding wasn't possible and was given the "All d |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Saturn ION in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2007 | 27000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2007 | 29000 | 0 | Car would not start a few times. Dealer found no error codes, so dealer did nothing. As an aside, dealer updated engine software. |
| Feb | 2008 | 31000 | 0 | Car would not start again. Dealer found error codes. Dealer replaced ignition switch at no charge, since car is still under warranty, and this is a known issue. As an aside, dealer performed 30,000-mile maintenance. |
| Nov | 2009 | 55000 | 500 | Check engine light came on. Diagnosis result: engine thermostat was 'barely functional'. Actions taken: Replaced thermostat and flushed radiator. Problem fixed. |
| Jan | 2010 | 58500 | 350 | Rear shock absorbers leaking fluid. Replaced both shocks. Ride more comfortable now, especially when entering and leaving driveways or going over speed bumps. |
| Feb | 2010 | 59000 | 400 | Both shock absorbers leaking fluid. Replaced both. Riding experience improved noticeably after repair. |
| Mar | 2011 | 79000 | 300 | Transmission coolant line leak. Part had to ordered from Detroit since even local GM/Saturn dealer did not carry it. Paid $40 extra for next-day shipping. Problem solved. |
| Apr | 2011 | 79000 | 1500 | Key stuck. Had to replace gear shifter assembly, ignition cylinder, and ignition housing. Then the steering wheel became stuck and the airbag light went on. Replaced clock spring, too, and now everything runs fine. Lower front control bushings worn out. Had to order part from Detroit. Turns out, the rear bushings need to be repaired, too, but I'm waiting for another time. Rear passengers will still feel bumps when riding. |
| Sep | 2011 | 85000 | 400 | Very bumpy ride. Rear passengers get carsick. Bushings/front strut links replaced. Ride quality significantly improved after repair. |
| Oct | 2011 | 85000 | 600 | Squeaky noise when braking, even though brakes were still good. Cleaning brakes had no effect. Finally ended up replacing entire set of rear brakes. Problem went away temporarily. A month later, the squeaking is returning, but not as loud. |
| Mar | 2012 | 93000 | 500 | Problem: Engine light flashing and rough acceleration. Error code diagnosed as misfire in cylinder. Coil pack replaced. Repair completed successfully. |
| Dec | 2012 | 104000 | 500 | Brakes making loud noises when stopping. Unable to determine cause. Brake examination shows no problems. Wear still has 80% use life. Problem went away after brake replacement. This is the second time this has happened. |
| Jan | 2013 | 103000 | 250 | Trunk support bar snapped in half. Trunk unable to stay open. Replacement part required special order. Once repaired, the trunk is good as new. Paint stripped off the rocker/runner area where people step on before entering car. Shop repainted entire area and touched up other scratches elsewhere. Shop matched paint so car still looks good after 100,000 miles. |
| Feb | 2013 | 104500 | 180 | Brakes making grinding sound when braking. Diagnosed as uneven wear on rotors. Cleaned rotors and re-adjusted brakes. Noise went away temporarily. Eventually had to replace rotors (see later entry). Front struts were worn and had to be replaced. Re-lubricated all bushings and related chassis parts. Ride is smoother but you can still hear creaking sound at low speeds. |
| Apr | 2013 | 106000 | 0 | Because there were still grinding noises when braking, I took the car to another shop and requested that both rear rotors be replaced. (Pads are fine and were not replaced.) Grinding sounds have disappeared completely. |
| Saturn ION in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2008 | 20000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2008 | 24000 | 0 | When Braking, Rear pass. side wheel makes squeaking sound. Got brake rotors resurfaced, but noise remained until it later just went away. |
| Sep | 2008 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe
supercharged 205hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Saturn ION in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2010 | 17000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2012 | 60000 | 250 | Evaporative Control Module... Check Engine Light kept coming on...*** Will need to return because now the light is on again and I am getting "Check Gas Cap" all the time. |
| Saturn ION in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2008 | 19000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2008 | 28000 | 0 | Emergency brake was not operating correctly when released. Found rear brake calipers sticking. Caliper assemblies were ordered and replaced. |
| Feb | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe
170-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Saturn ION in Wisconsin, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2007 | 0 | passenger window bolt vibrated loose causing the window to fall off track. The 2nd passenger airbag light does not indicate anything when a passenger is in the car. | |
| Saturn ION in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2010 | 58280 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2011 | 80600 | 300 | Shocks were going when I purchased the car at 77 000kms. At about 112,000kms, not longer could safely drive car. Back shocks replaced and fronts need to be done. |
| Nov | 2011 | 84940 | 0 | This was the electric steering problem which finally became untenable. Recall. |
| Mar | 2012 | 94240 | 550 | Shocks were replaced |
| Oct | 2012 | 107220 | 350 | all shocks and front bushings |
| Apr | 2013 | 125240 | 400 | Purchased wheel bearing and installed myself Replaced struts, NOT quick struts Left and right control arms Replaced hub/bearing Replaced rotors and pads |
2006 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe
170-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Saturn ION in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2007 | 0 | Left front wheel bearing replaced under warranty | |
| May | 2007 | 0 | Could not start due to ignition/key interlock | |
| Jul | 2009 | 34000 | 0 | Power Steering warning came on and the power steering failed a few minutes later, Car had 1 day left on warranty so no charge for tow or fix |
| Mar | 2013 | 55000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Saturn ION in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2007 | 12000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2008 | 21000 | 0 | Car shuts off unexpectantly making right hand turns at slow speeds. |
| Apr | 2009 | 25000 | 0 | replaced transmission ignition interlock module - key would not disengage from steering column |
| Aug | 2009 | 29000 | 0 | Fuel pump in tank had to be replaced leaking fuel externally |
| Mar | 2010 | 30000 | 70 | Exterior door trim fell off car while driving down the freeway |
| Aug | 2011 | 46000 | 0 | Electric Servo Steering motor quit working causing steering issues. TSB. |
| Apr | 2013 | 56000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Saturn ION in New Brunswick, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2007 | 19840 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2008 | 22940 | 0 | Weatherstripping on the rear door ripped. Check engine light was on for a few days, however by the time I was able to bring my vehicle in, the light had already been off for a week and the computer showed no history. Noticed a wobbling noise under heavy breaking. Basic brake maintenance performed to clean out dirt and rust. Replaced rear door weatherstripping. |
| May | 2008 | 23560 | 0 | Injectors out of balance, installed 4 new updated injectors and performed reprogramming. |
| Sep | 2008 | 26040 | 0 | Both front control arm bushings torn out. |
| Jun | 2009 | 30380 | 0 | Left front sway link worn. |
| Dec | 2009 | 34100 | 440 | replaced both front sway bar links |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Saturn ION in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2007 | 16000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2008 | 20000 | 0 | Emergency brake cable had come loose. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Saturn ION in Saskatchewan, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2006 | 0 | Driver side mirror cracked occurred while scrapping off ice and snow. Repaired later that week within two hours in spite of having to replace entire unit. Rob Forsyth | |
| Jan | 2008 | 11780 | 0 | In a week which averaged -40 celsius weather the security system need to be rebooted and the ignition switch replaced. Apparently it was a common problem that week for that make of car according to the dealership. |
| Apr | 2008 | 13020 | 0 | The cruise control went, apparently a problem on the vehicles was fixed in 2 hours. |
| Jan | 2009 | 17360 | 0 | Power steering went out. |
| Mar | 2009 | 18600 | 0 | Engine light came on. Took it too shop. Apparently I had a fuel line partly freeze up during very cold -30 Celcius weather. That caused engine light to come on had thawed by the time I got it to the shop. |
| Mar | 2011 | 31000 | 700 | Severely cracked window, replaced. Cause unclear. Arrived at a friends after four hour drive, didn't have crack, went out that night and I did. It wasn't a chip but a crack that quickly spider webbed through the glass. |
| Jun | 2011 | 32240 | 55 | Would not turn over happened in January. Replaced battery. Happened again, but this time battery fine. Could not replicate problem. Has not happened since that time. |
| Jan | 2012 | 33880 | 150 | Engine warning light was on it, appears that it was a false warning caused by a sensor problem. |
| May | 2012 | 40520 | 300 | Had to replace carburateur |
| Mar | 2013 | 46500 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Saturn ION in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2008 | 53000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2008 | 54000 | 50 | When turning or going over speed bumps, there would be loud noises cluncking. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Saturn ION in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2007 | 0 | passenger seat belt replace | |
| Jun | 2007 | 0 | passlock replace | |
| Jan | 2008 | 18600 | 0 | sway bar bushing |
| Aug | 2008 | 24180 | 0 | ABS light on and abs action when braking. Left front wheel bearing replaced. |
| Nov | 2008 | 26040 | 0 | Front wheel bearing replaced. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Saturn ION in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 27900 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2009 | 29140 | 225 | new rotors, drums and brake pads |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Saturn ION in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 57040 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2010 | 59040 | 0 | Replaced sway bar end links |
| Apr | 2011 | 74400 | 230 | Not a problem, just brake rotor and pad replacement |
| May | 2011 | 74400 | 359 | Wheel Bearings... Driver front wheel bearing failed, causing loud noise and some vibration. Passenger side was replaced at same time for peace of mind. appro $159 per bearing. |
| Sep | 2012 | 156860 | 450 | Exhaust camshaft actuator causing transmission to turn to left front axle seal and transmission service |
2006 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe
140-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Saturn ION in Alberta, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2007 | 22320 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2007 | 24180 | 0 | Changed both lower control arm bushings. Changed HVAC Blower as it was noisy. |
| Feb | 2008 | 25420 | 0 | Ignition switch causing no start issue. Replaced ignition. |
| Aug | 2008 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe
140-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Saturn ION in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2012 | 88660 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2012 | 91140 | 100 | Car only needed a new battery. |
| Mar | 2013 | 92380 | 200 | The bolt holding passenger rear shock came loose and fell off. Replaced both rear shocks with new ones. |
| Saturn ION in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2012 | 79000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2012 | 85000 | 375 | wouldn't start, starter went out, replaced starter |
| Dec | 2012 | 85000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Saturn ION in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2007 | 5000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2007 | 6000 | 18 | n/a |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Saturn ION in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 109120 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2011 | 110960 | 80 | Engine light on and car hard to start after refueling but always started. Parts changed so far: Fuel Cap & Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve - problem still there so changed valve assembly, which fixed problem. |
| Jun | 2012 | 114700 | 195 | Car need a new key cylinder - key got stuck and car would not shut off. |
| Mar | 2013 | 120280 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Saturn ION in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2009 | 600 | Fuel vapors coming from rear of car. Dealer replaced leaking fuel pump module. This was a recall item a few months later and I received re-imbursement for the repair | |
| Jun | 2010 | 80 | Gas gauge stopped working. Replaced fuel level sending unit at the fuel pump module assembly. | |
| Dec | 2010 | 88000 | 32 | Driver door plastic "pillar" applique broke at screw mount; replaced applique. |
| Jun | 2012 | 112000 | 30 | Passenger front door trim "belt w/strip" replaced due to heat distortion. |
| Jul | 2012 | 113000 | 0 | Electric power assisted steering intermittant. Known problem addressed by TSB. |
| Mar | 2013 | 121000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Saturn ION in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2008 | 37000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2008 | 38000 | 0 | The car was taken in the shop 4 times for a loss of power problem. The first 3 times dealership couldn't duplicate the problem. Last time I took it in I showed a saturn employee the problem. Later that night was informed dealership crashed my car. ... |
| Apr | 2008 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Saturn ION in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2007 | 0 | Noise [minor] - Wind noise from passenger-side door at highway speeds. Retailer re-aligned trim pieces at front/rear door join under Warranty. Squeak from FR Wheel Cover at low speeds. Retailer replaced wheel cover and checked all under Warranty. | |
| Jul | 2007 | 0 | Cruise Control [minor] - CC would not engage in hot weather, Retailer replaced CC switch under Warranty. | |
| Nov | 2008 | 35000 | 0 | Rattle from driver's side door frame. Shop added a spacer under exterior trim, removing rattle. Shop checked door internals and seals to be sure trim was the source, and tested after repair.Noise is gone, repaired under warranty without hassle. |
| Nov | 2011 | 63000 | 1200 | suspension work was somewhat preventative, front sway bushings were sheared and required replacement. hard to assign $ to "reactive" vs "preventative" work, a lot of the labor overlapped |
| Mar | 2013 | 73000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Saturn ION in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2010 | 48000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2010 | 50000 | 171 | Replaced evaporator drain tube (per TSB 03-01-39-011B) AND oil change. Also replaced Front Driver's Door Jamb Switch. |
| Jul | 2011 | 85000 | 167 | No refrigerant. Replaced valve. Added refrigerant. Applique on driver's side door flew off while driving on highway. Part was replaced. |
| Sep | 2011 | 86000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 Saturn ION 2-door
4-cylinder manual 2WD
| Saturn ION in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2007 | 46000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2007 | 49000 | 130 | Sway bar bushings and endlink bushing were worn and caused clunking while driving over bumps and back-and-forth steering |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
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