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2006 Saturn ION repairs by problem area

Engine (33%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (2%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (30%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (17%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (12%)

Other (4%)

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2006 Saturn ION transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (20%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (60%)

< $100 (20%)

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Chart based on 5 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan

170-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD

92000 mi

US $440
L outer CV boot torn and leaking, replaced. 

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2006 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan

140-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

79000 mi

US $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. 

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2006 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe

170-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD

176700 mi

C $5000
Tie rods replaced 

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2006 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe

170-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

156860 mi

C $450
left front axle seal and transmission service 

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2006 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe

140-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

38000 mi 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. ... 

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2006 Saturn ION Transmission Problems

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