2005 Saturn ION Saturn ION 2005

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2005 Saturn ION repairs by problem area

Engine (41%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (1%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (32%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (14%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (1%)

Other (5%)

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2005 Saturn ION brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (20%)

$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.

2005 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan

140-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD

52000 mi

US $600
Rotors were entirely disintegrated piles of rust. 

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2005 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan

140-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

65000 mi

US $381
Recall for ignition key only partially successful. Key would still not come out after repair. TSB was issued by GM for this condition. Shifter replaced because of open circuit 
60240 mi

C $125
Replace rear brake cylinder(Right and left). 
71500 mi

US $400
replaced rear drum brake cylinders 

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2005 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe

140-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

50 mi brake light switch adjusted by dealer 

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2005 Saturn ION Brake Problems

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