2004 Saturn ION Saturn ION 2004

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2004 Saturn ION repairs by problem area

Engine (36%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (23%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)

Other (7%)

Chart based on 86 repairs.
See TSBs and recalls for the 2004 Saturn ION.

2004 Saturn ION other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (83%)

< $100 (17%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2004 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan

140-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD

107000 mi

US $280
wiper transmission needed replaced 
223300 mi

US $160
Mechanism of left windshield wiper was replaced 
157400 mi

US $51
Replaced driver's side mirror and windshield mounted rear view mirror. Replaced driver's side mirror and windshield mounted rear view mirror 

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2004 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe

supercharged 205hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

69000 mi

US $100
plastic wiper transmission linkage was broken. replaced w metal version of OEM part. $90 delivered installed myself in about 30 min, dealers rumored to charge $300 to replace 

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2004 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe

140-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD

81800 mi

US $150
Replace windshield wiper drive assy due to breaking during ice accumulation 

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2004 Saturn ION Other Problems

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