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Saturn ION repairs by problem area
Engine (32%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (30%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (17%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (8%)
Other (5%)
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- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 736 repairs.
Saturn ION brake repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (12%)
$100 - $499 (38%)
< $100 (50%)
Chart based on 26 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2007 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan
175-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 9000 mi US $60 |
Right rear brakes were squealing. Were not properly assembled and lubricated during manufacture. |
| 12000 mi US $9 |
Brake pedal was making a squeaking noise when depressed. Used spray lubricant on pedal arm mechanism inside car. Squeak went away and has not returned a week later. |
| 23000 mi | Rear right brakes were very squeaky when brake pedal pushed down. Also when parking brake engaged. Brakes were disassembled and parts were lubricated. |
| 45000 mi | Automatic transmission solenoid faulty, preventing key from being released from ignition when car was in Park position. New solenoid installed under Saturn technical service bulletin. |
2007 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan
145-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 46000 mi US $475 |
Complet brake job, made custom parts because of rust, etc. |
2007 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan
145-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 39660 mi C $140 |
Bearing went, had to get it replaced |
2007 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe
175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 35743 mi C $240 |
changed pads and rotors |
2007 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe
175-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 34720 mi C $300 |
Front brake calipers required replacing. |
| 37200 mi | I had brought it in because either the break or engine light had gone off (again), but they reported no problems found. |
2007 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe
145-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 37000 mi | Brakes were making noice when driving car for a long time. |
2006 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan
170-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 124000 mi | Traction control failed; may just need a new fuse. |
2006 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe
supercharged 205hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 28000 mi | Emergency brake was not operating correctly when released. Found rear brake calipers sticking. Caliper assemblies were ordered and replaced. |
2006 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe
170-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 22940 mi | Noticed a wobbling noise under heavy breaking. Basic brake maintenance performed to clean out dirt and rust. |
| 86000 mi US $200 |
Ignition switch brake /park key interlock |
| 20000 mi | Emergency brake cable had come loose. |
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. |
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 |
2005 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe
140-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 50 mi | brake light switch adjusted by dealer |
2004 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan
140-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed automatic FWD
| 65500 mi US $511 |
Replace shoes, drums, flush brake fluid system |
2004 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe
supercharged 205hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 71000 mi US $300 |
I saw parking prake light was coming on while driving, suspected parking brake repair. Rear right caliper was leaking brake fluid and the light was a warning for low brake fluid. replaced caliper, bled brakes, and filled fluid. |
2003 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan
140-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 92000 mi US $350 |
Caliper was tight against rotor on passenger side right. Had new pads, rotors, and calipers replaced on front of car. Gas mileage had been lower than normal but returned to normal after repair |
2003 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan
140-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed automatic FWD
| 136000 mi | key stuck in ignition due to faulty transmission switch. covered by extended warranty. |
| 159000 mi | Vibrations. Had to replace pads and rotors. |
| 64000 mi US $650 |
Calipers, Pads, Turn the Rotors, New Brake Fluid |
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