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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 electrical repair cost distribution
$2500+ (1%)
$1000 - $2499 (4%)
$500 - $999 (7%)
$100 - $499 (31%)
< $100 (57%)
Chart based on 107 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
| 68000 mi | Air bag fault light, dealer said the module needed replacement. Only happens when cold outside. Decided not to repair due to cost at this time ($750). Will research further. |
| 73000 mi US $75 |
Switch unit for front inside lights and sun roof control replaced, light switch had come apart. |
| 88200 mi US $50 |
Evaporator/Condenser unit was leaking water into te cabin. These were replaced. I removed the carpet and seats to trouble shoot the problem and I ended up finishing that part of the job. |
| 11000 mi | Radio memory selection buttons did not work. Hit the side of the radio fixture with open hand a couple of times and radio memory buttons started working. Intermittent in radio connections, but problem has not re-appeared after more than a week. |
| 31080 mi C $800 |
No AC Faulty compressor |
| 34720 mi | Faulty driver window switch |
| 17300 mi | Power window on passenger side rear door failed. New regulator installed. |
| 138000 mi US $340 |
Blower fan replaced. |
2007 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan
145-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 74400 mi C $50 |
AC required a recharge |
| 136000 mi US $90 |
front passenger window stopped working. Front passenger switch replaced, had to call GM dealership to order the part, then drive 2 hr round trip to pick up the part. Unfortunately, would still not function off master switch. |
| 178000 mi US $360 |
Spliced 7 wires in harness that all simultaneously broke? Affected pwr windows, locks, interior lights, windshield wipers , stereo |
| 119000 mi US $440 |
Condenser line leak and replacement. |
| 800 mi | Cruise control switch on steering wheel replaced - warranty |
| 10000 mi | Cruise control switch, shop was unsure which one related to clutch, ordered wrong part. Finally ordered correct upper cruise control switch for clutch, working now. |
| 1200 mi | OnStar malfunctioning - warranty |
| 4500 mi | Rear Passenger window regulator loose in track. Replace regulator in track - no charge warranty |
2007 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan
145-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 61000 mi | Door switch issue... car alarm would go off randomly, dome light would come on and off randomly. |
| 73000 mi US $152 |
Problem started just before 36,000 mile warranty ended but I did not get it fixed because nearest dlr is 2 hours away. I removed the window motor and replaced it by myself. $152 for the window motor from Saturn. This been the only problem in 73k mi. |
| 133200 mi US $106 |
replaced power window switch in drivers door, so power windows would work properly |
2007 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe
supercharged 205hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 11160 mi | Cruise control works only sometimes. |
| 22940 mi | Cruise control sometimes stops working after driving for more than 20 minutes. They said there were no codes and therefore nothing more they could do. They didn't even drive the vehicle. |
| 2500 mi | Door check clicked |
| 3000 mi | Door check broke again, problem finally solved |
2007 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe
175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 67580 mi C $300 |
AC clutch failed - solenoid burned out. Entire compressor/clutch was replaced (sold as a unit) |
| 55180 mi C $1300 |
Had to replace the compressor |
| 70060 mi C $130 |
replaced battery |
2007 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe
145-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 100000 mi US $800 |
Replaced condenser, purge and recharge refrigerant |
| 134000 mi US $125 |
Replaced A/C heater head module. (Fan speed, vent control, tenp adjustment) |
2007 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe
145-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Cruise control if turned off and then back on again would not activate until car was stopped turned off and restarted. rear bushings replaced at same time as vehicLE was taken in for cruise issue. | |
| 89900 mi | battery died following ignition key not being able to be shut off. This was the 5th time this occured only this time the battery froze. one month later GM issues recall notice on the identical issue. dealer says its not a recall but TSB |
| 90000 mi US $158 |
Went to start car, it wouldn't turn over, just clicked. Finally turned on after jumping car, needed battery |
2006 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan
170-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 300 mi | 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. |
| 21000 mi | 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). |
| 35000 mi | Steering wheel made a rattle when turned 180 degrees or more. Bad cruise control switch found - part ordered. |
| 121000 mi US $966 |
Only RF power window and locks worked. Other windows and power mirrors failed. After replacing door switch, BCM, it took new BCM and wiring repairs to solve the problem. |
2006 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan
170-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 12500 mi | Right rear power window regulator |
2006 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan
140-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 33000 mi | Loose window regulator. |
| 175000 mi US $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. |
| 210000 mi US $45 |
Key stuck in ingition switch, unable to remove. Took to local shop who said this was a common problem. He replaced ignition switch. |
2006 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan
140-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 59000 mi US $400 |
Turn signal bulb burned out. Third time in one year. Previously burnt out bulbs left melted contacts. Shop cleaned up contact area and replaced bulb. |
| 109000 mi US $1180 |
Airbag error light appeared on dashboard. Mechanic determined that air bag sensor in the front passenger seat was faulty. Had to replace the entire housing unit in the seat and get a GM technician to reset the error light. |
| 56000 mi | 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. |
| 61000 mi US $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. |
| 33000 mi US $100 |
drivers window not working; found window regulator no good (again) |
2006 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe
170-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 167400 mi C $46 |
Failed side mirror adjustment switch. |
| 171740 mi C $56 |
replaced cruise set/resume switch. |
| 176700 mi C $5000 |
Alternator seized. Compressor replaced. Battery died after 11 years! |
2006 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe
170-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 25000 mi | replaced transmission ignition interlock module - key would not disengage from steering column |
| 11470 mi | passenger seat belt replace |
| 11780 mi | 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. |
| 13020 mi | The cruise control went, apparently a problem on the vehicles was fixed in 2 hours. |
| 64000 mi US $80 |
Replaced battery |
| 82000 mi US $24 |
Replaced headlights |
| 87500 mi US $124 |
Battery replaced |
| 118000 mi | Battery dead after inactivity of 2 months |
2006 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe
140-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 24180 mi | Changed HVAC Blower as it was noisy. |
2006 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe
140-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 120000 mi US $74 |
Cold weather accelerated the death of the battery. It was replaced after refusing to start one cold morning. |
| 22800 mi | Cruise Control [minor] - CC would not engage in hot weather, Retailer replaced CC switch under Warranty. |
| 75000 mi US $80 |
Gas gauge stopped working. Replaced fuel level sending unit at the fuel pump module assembly. |
| 91140 mi C $100 |
Car only needed a new battery. |
| 85000 mi US $375 |
wouldn't start, starter went out, replaced starter |
| 117180 mi | A/C no longer working |
| 48823 mi US $171 |
Replaced evaporator drain tube (per TSB 03-01-39-011B) AND oil change. Also replaced Front Driver's Door Jamb Switch. Replaced evaporator drain tube (per TSB 03-01-39-011B) AND oil change. Also replaced Front Driver's Door Jamb Switch. |
| 85000 mi US $167 |
No refrigerant. Replaced valve. Added refrigerant. |
| 24000 mi US $133 |
Freon was recharged. |
| 34000 mi US $400 |
A/C clutch relay replaced. |
| 6000 mi US $18 |
n/a |
2005 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan
140-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 21705 mi | AC compressor seized causing belt breakage Dealer replaced compressor and belt under warranty |
| 23000 mi | driver's side window stopped working. Dealership said it was that the weatherstripping was stuck and lubed it with silicone. 2 weeks later it happened again, apparently the motor was bad. All was covered under warranty. |
| 32000 mi | Had rear cigarette lighter unit replace (just quit working) |
| 32050 mi | Blower fan replaced, Sunroof Motor replaced |
2005 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan
140-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 54660 mi C $35 |
Does not start, Passlock lignt and other lights flashing. |
| 58480 mi C $50 |
HVAC Blower fan stop working in low and medium speed. High speed is working. rnReplaced HVAC Blower motor Resistor. |
| 129000 mi | Would not start in extreme cold. Disconnected white wire from pass-lock system. It now cranks EVERY freezing morning! |
| 66000 mi | If the car went over a large bump or dip too quickly, the entire electrical system shut down, and the car would stall. On restarting, the car worked fine. |
| 85000 mi US $90 |
Blinkers inoperative. Replaced wiring harness. |
| 82000 mi | had problems with the inside door switch. also with the security system locking my start up. thanks for google and all the help there. |
| 92500 mi US $10 |
cruise control, replaced the up-down switch. it works now. |
2005 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe
140-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 36000 mi US $1100 |
Battery would not hold a charge. Replaced battery. |
| 48000 mi US $50 |
Replaced solenoid switch, auto transaxle park/neutral position to fix BTSI system. |
2004 Saturn ION
Engine not specified
| 89000 mi | longterm, chronic intermittent starter failure, 2009 spring ($360) and Jan 2010 replacement of starter (warranty); diag-starter burned; optional bypass ignition system installed; electrical failure system; unresolved; not happy |
2004 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan
140-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 79980 mi C $11 |
The drivers door jam switch became intermittent and interior light was staying on sometimes. Very easy and inexpensive fix! It only cost $11 dollars for the part from the dealer and I changed it myself. |
| 242000 mi US $500 |
replaced alternator |
| 157400 mi US $871 |
Replaced A/C connector that melted. Replaced sunroof switch, trunk remote switch. Replaced A/C connector that melted, replaced sunroof switch, trunk remote switch, and ignition switch |
| 226000 mi US $223 |
Batt warning light. Tested battery, ok. Bench tested alternator, failed test. Replaced alternator and serpentine belt. |
| 245000 mi US $117 |
Starter failed. Checked all fuses, relays, neutral safety switch. Replaced starter. |
2004 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan
140-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed automatic FWD
| 75000 mi US $47 |
Coolant level sensor went bad. Had to replace coolant reserve tank that includes sensor in it. |
| 88000 mi | Power window hasn't worked since March. |
| 114500 mi US $110 |
Starter went. Had it replaced. It would have cost $450 but because of warranty only had to pay $100 deductible plus tax. |
| 25000 mi | The air conditioning stopped working at 24,000 miles. The shop ordered a new compressor, but I had to come back to have it installed. New A/C compressor installed. |
2004 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe
supercharged 205hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 158000 mi US $100 |
Fan for the cabin was a little noisy. It ran fine. Installed a new one in about a half an hour. |
2004 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe
140-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 62677 mi | Replace back-up light switch-warranty |
| 75000 mi US $180 |
Passkey system failure, seems to be common on these vehicle. |
| 82500 mi US $12 |
Replace headlamp bulb |
| 104000 mi US $789 |
Told by authorized Saturn repair center that problem was BCM and would have to replace at cost estimated $1,100. Spent $89 for diagnostics. Had independent shop fix, did not remedy problem, at cost of $700 |
| 104000 mi US $200 |
Determined radio output making it to body connector, determined wiring shorting in right door. Repaired wires, repaired radio malfunction. |
| 181600 mi US $188 |
Replaced alternator and drive belt |
2003 Saturn ION
Engine not specified
| 57000 mi US $278 |
coolant display indicator problem, comes on and goes off randomly. |
2003 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan
140-horsepower 2.2L I4 CVT FWD
| 148768 mi US $1284 |
replaced alternator |
2003 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan
140-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 181200 mi US $50 |
Had to replace Heating and AC control panel from the dash. |
| 104000 mi | Door locks not working properly |
| 203800 mi | Alternator replaced |
| 291000 mi US $400 |
Starter had to be replaced, car would not start in cold weather. Originally thought to be battery, but passed all tests, was actually the starter. |
| 55800 mi C $70 |
Starter replaced due to disengaguement problem |
2003 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan
140-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed automatic FWD
| 100991 mi US $160 |
Replace ignition switch. Car would not start because of not reading key code. Yellow theft light on. |
| 113000 mi US $326 |
Car would not start. I replaced the battery and the car still wouldn't start.I had to replace the starter. |
| 80000 mi US $125 |
Car was driveable earlier in the day. Went to park for about 5 minutes and came back to a disabled car. The engine would turn over, start, and come up to an idle for a brief second before dying. MIL/CEL came on. Diagnosed as a bad BCM. |
| 20373 mi | Daytime running lamp/turn signal bulbs were replaced due to manufacturer recall. |
| 66284 mi US $146 |
2nd problem with no-start issue. Passlock light & service engine message. Took to dealer, diagnosed, found no problems. Battery replaced in attempt to resolve, but problem recurred. |
| 78764 mi US $135 |
Bulb in the instrument panel burned out & was replaced. |
| 55000 mi US $195 |
AC would not blow cold air. Replaced blower fan, was not the problem. Replaced AC control head, ($45), problem remedied. |
| 136000 mi US $60 |
alternator replaced. belt replaced. |
| 136000 mi US $45 |
intermittent no start. only solenoid click. starter removed and rebuilt. probably bad solenoid. |
2003 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe
140-horsepower 2.2L I4 CVT FWD
| 113000 mi US $84 |
Engine cranks but doesn't start. Found CEL's P0700 and U2105. Replaced battery and reset CEL's. Engine cranks and starts normal. No CEL's. |
2003 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe
140-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed automatic FWD
| 160000 mi US $240 |
Windshield Wiper motor/transmission on Driver's Side broke in half. Not the linkage, the motor. Replaced with a used part ($120) and another $120 was for labor. |
| 165000 mi US $5 |
Driver's door jam switch replaced. Self repair. 15 minutes and a $5 part. |
| 169000 mi | Alternator replaced. |
| 158000 mi US $800 |
Radiator fan did broke down and internal temp gauge broke |
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