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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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Saturn ION repair cost distribution

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Saturn ION in Ohio, United States Jun 2010 - Oct 2010
Jul 2010 99000 mi US $400	replaced control arm bushings; full alignment
Aug 2010 102000 mi US $270	Fuel pump replaced because it was spraying fuel under car. GM issued a partial recall for this safety issue, but not for cars in my state! After difficulty obtaining new pump (2 weeks, 2 vendors), successfully completed repair myself.

Saturn ION in Virginia, United States Sep 2014 - Sep 2014
Sep 2014	ALL rocker arms popped off. Bent subsequent parts. Needs new engine now. Nothing replaced.

Saturn ION in Nevada, United States Feb 2014 - Jul 2014
Jul 2014 124000 mi	Bad wire harness to secondary air pump

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Saturn ION in Quebec, Canada Jan 2009 - Apr 2012
Jun 2010 37820 mi	While making visual inspection, mechanic noticed that the rear shocks needed replacing. Dealer replaced them under warranty.
Dec 2010 46500 mi C $400	Front shocks leaking. Replaced. Had to fidget key in contact to start the car. Ignition switch replaced.
Dec 2011 67580 mi C $500	Problem with the suspension causing noise when going at low speed.

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Saturn ION in Florida, United States Dec 2010 - Oct 2020
Jan 2011 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.
Jul 2011 73000 mi US $75	Switch unit for front inside lights and sun roof control replaced, light switch had come apart.
Nov 2011 79000 mi US $600	R/R front wheel bearings.
Jul 2012 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. While I was trouble shooting the A/C water leak issue and checking that the water tubes for the sunroof were functioning the sunroof broke.
Jun 2014 97000 mi US $600	Shift solenoid 1-2 was bad, R/R all solenoids, fluid, filter, CV shafts/joints, antifreeze, rotate tires.
Sep 2014 97000 mi US $50	Code for Accelerator Pedal sensor came up as an engine light. Looked up troublshooting in sequence online (AllDataDIY), tested wiring to pedal sensor, tested sensor, found bad connection in harness connector under dash. Repaired.

Saturn ION in Quebec, Canada Jul 2013 - Oct 2013
Aug 2013 31080 mi C $800	No AC Faulty compressor
Oct 2013 34720 mi	Faulty driver window switch

Saturn ION in South Carolina, United States Apr 2015 - Dec 2020
Dec 2017 133000 mi US $486	Car was running bad, missing etc...
Jun 2018 138000 mi US $340	Blower fan replaced.

Saturn ION in British Columbia, Canada Oct 2009 - Jun 2022
Nov 2009 14880 mi C $543	Sun roof drains were clogged and caused small leakage / drip in interior. But water supposedly also accumulated in A or B pillar causing front driver door switch to be corroded/ malfunction - in turn causing problems with the interior lighting.
Aug 2013 34300 mi C $200	Replaced failed intermediate shaft to eliminate annoying ratting noise from under dash. This is a known failure with Ions and Cobalts Clunking metallic noise on bumpy roads. Vertical bushings in lower control arms have split replaced with Moog solid bushings/ and new control arm - as this was less work since I do not have a press.
Oct 2013 34200 mi C $15	Replaced 2 bushings (on subframe) for stabilizer link in attempt to eliminate front end rattle evident on wavy pavement or slight bumps. Repair improved situation .
Apr 2014 35960 mi C $200	Check engine code P0172 rich fuel limit reached, fuel pump over pressure at 90 psig. Put in complete new pump/float/ filter assembly from Rockauto for $200. Pressure is now 60 psig. Code eliminated and adaptive memory in normal range.
Jun 2022 51460 mi C $1350	Leaking transmission cooling hoses replaced Left axle seal leaking

Saturn ION in Ontario, Canada Dec 2013 - Mar 2017
May 2014 90380 mi C $800	wheel bearing/hub assembly (right front) and rear coil springs.
Aug 2014 92460 mi C $350	fuel line leak, rotted out in several places
Dec 2015 117800 mi C $300	Stabiliser bar linkage had play and needed to be replaced as it was causing vibration during braking
Oct 2016 122340 mi C $1200	rear shocks plus some brake work and new tires

Saturn ION in Illinois, United States Jan 2007 - Jan 2011
Nov 2007 3400 mi	Fuel gauge sender and fuel pump failed. Was in shop twice for a duration of three weeks for parts to be acquired by dealer. Repaired under new-car warranty.
May 2008 9000 mi US $60	Right rear brakes were squealing. Were not properly assembled and lubricated during manufacture.
Jul 2008 10000 mi	Squeak coming from right front when going over modest bumps on road at 20 mph or greater.
Aug 2008 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.
Sep 2008 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.
Jan 2009 15000 mi	Squeaking noise coming from engine compartment. Only present for about 15 minutes when car cold and first started up.
Apr 2010 23000 mi	Left lower control arm was noisy. Defective part was replaced under OEM Warranty. Rear right brakes were very squeaky when brake pedal pushed down. Also when parking brake engaged. Brakes were disassembled and parts were lubricated. From a previous front suspension repair, technician did not re-install heat shield properly, and it was making a loud rattling noise. Technician found the improperly installed shield, and re-mounted properly. No further noises.

Saturn ION in Wisconsin, United States Jul 2007 - Nov 2016
May 2007 12 mi	bought car new in 2007 & have been dilligent on oil changes (Mobil 1 synthetic) every 7,500 miles with oil filter changes every 3,750 miles. no pwr train issues yet. suspension & noise are my biggest gripes so far.
Jun 2010 32000 mi US $211	right front lower bushing replaced by Midas. (past 3 year warranty time)
Aug 2011 41000 mi	now getting metal on metal squeek front passenger side. might be other bushing needing replacement. not liking the lack of quality & engineering of this car. Sale may be forthcoming.
Sep 2011 43000 mi US $205	right front lower bushing replaced & appears to be quite common repair on Saturns. looks like I can plan on replacing L & R around the next 35,000 miles or so. crumby engineering of suspension.
Jan 2013 54000 mi US $185	Diagnosis P0446 Evap Vent Solenoid sticking. Installed new updated solenoid with wiring harness.
Jul 2014 62300 mi	recall on ignition switch
Apr 2015 68000 mi US $150	front arm bushings replaced - 2nd time since I have owned the car. First time was around 38,000 miles (car was out of warranty 1st time)

Saturn ION in Quebec, Canada Jan 2008 - Mar 2010
Feb 2008 13020 mi	Loud rattling noise coming from the driver side when traveling over 100km/h.

Saturn ION in Nevada, United States Jan 2008 - Jun 2017
Feb 2010 15000 mi	Transmission pressure control solenoid valve replaced under warranty.
Aug 2010 17300 mi	Power window on passenger side rear door failed. New regulator installed.
Jun 2011 23000 mi US $40	Electric power steering stopped working at low speeds. Fixed at no charge (new motor and codes) under TSB.
May 2015 45000 mi	Coolant lines leaking; dealer replaced lines and replaced transmission pan gasket 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.
Feb 2016 49300 mi US $1200	Passenger side front wheel bearing needed replacement.

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Saturn ION in North Carolina, United States Sep 2012 - Oct 2013
Jun 2012 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.
Mar 2013 177000 mi US $160	replaced coupling on exhaust system next to catalytic converter. Shop owner commented that I should look for recall, should not have to be replaced. None found,.....
May 2013 178000 mi US $360	Spliced 7 wires in harness that all simultaneously broke? Affected pwr windows, locks, interior lights, windshield wipers , stereo
Oct 2013 182000 mi US $165	Loud Whining noise coming from the front. Replaced left front wheel hub assembly, did the left side 3 yrs ago.

Saturn ION in Washington, United States Jan 2007 - May 2014
Nov 2007 4500 mi	Rear Passenger window regulator loose in track. Replace regulator in track - no charge warranty
Mar 2008 8000 mi US $33	Clutch pedal feels like it catches on something at the release when synchronizing. Continues to get worse as time goes by.
Nov 2008 26000 mi	Turning the wheel there was some grinding noise. Turns out there were rocks in the Strut Adjuster. I think that is correct. Promblem resolved
Dec 2009 52000 mi US $52	Don't have the work order so unable to explain. Emissions and something burned out. Will try to find out and explain
May 2011 89000 mi	Valve # 3 was replaced - problem was fixed by power train warranty.
Nov 2012 126200 mi US $800	needed a new fuel pump - will make another trip to repair fuel gage - not working - faulty pump
May 2014 142000 mi	unrepaired problem with the front end

Saturn ION in Virginia, United States Feb 2014 - Sep 2015
Sep 2015 119000 mi US $440	Condenser line leak and replacement.

Saturn ION in Saskatchewan, Canada Nov 2009 - Mar 2010
Dec 2009 24800 mi	Paint on rear rocker panels worn where the doors come in contanct with panel. Link kit and bushings of front suspension worn and made klunking noise going over bumps at low speed.

Saturn ION in Nova Scotia, Canada Oct 2016 - Jun 2018
May 2017 71300 mi C $165	Exhause flex pipe needed to be replaced.
Aug 2017 74400 mi C $50	AC required a recharge

Saturn ION in South Carolina, United States Jan 2007 - Mar 2010
Aug 2007 600 mi	Edges of trunk lid cutting into rear bumper facia - warranty, unfixable
Sep 2007 800 mi	Cruise control switch on steering wheel replaced - warranty
Nov 2007 2000 mi	roof appliques rattling - foam padding replaced - warranty
Dec 2007 5000 mi	rubber sound padding under dash cracking and falling apart - not resolved yet as of 03/08.
Feb 2008 8000 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. Clutch cruise control (upper) replaced - warranty
Nov 2008 1200 mi	OnStar malfunctioning - warranty

Saturn ION in Massachusetts, United States Feb 2010 - Jan 2022
Aug 2013 25600 mi US $1000	Clutch went at about 26,000 miles. Was always easy on the clutch too. First car I ever had, I needed to replace the clutch. ALSO...Need to go to dealer for recall. Power steering fails at times, ignition turns off at times. Recalls
Jul 2014 30200 mi US $800	Front end, suspension, axle. Low miles too.
Apr 2021 46000 mi US $475	Complet brake job, made custom parts because of rust, etc.

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Saturn ION in Florida, United States Mar 2009 - Dec 2009
May 2009 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.

Saturn ION in New Jersey, United States May 2009 - Jun 2022
Jul 2009 19500 mi	Hood adjusted.
Mar 2014 50000 mi US $322	ON STAR indicated problem w/ cooling system. Computer diagnostics indicated thermostat needed replacement. Repair also included drive cycle to reset monitors and control module. First repair in 7 years with this vehicle !
Apr 2018 68458 mi US $592	I noticed a noise when driving on the highway. It was coming from the front end in particular the front wheel bearings. I could have waited to replace them but decided to go ahead and make the repair before it became louder and louder eventually failing.

Saturn ION in Indiana, United States Jul 2010 - Sep 2011
Jul 2011 26000 mi US $200	Loud suspension rattle due to defective control-arm-bushing on front-driver-side. Owner paid mechanic to replace defective control-arm-bushing on front-driver-side.

Saturn ION in California, United States Apr 2013 - Jun 2015
Sep 2014 109000 mi	It was a recall regarding the ignition switch. The key used to get stuck and take a couple of tries to get it to release.

Saturn ION in Pennsylvania, United States Jul 2016 - Aug 2016
Aug 2016 66000 mi	gas line leak. could not tell exactly where it was when i traded it in.

Saturn ION in Ohio, United States Jul 2016 - Jun 2018
Jul 2017 170000 mi	Replaced fuel pump. Dealer replaced for free under recall although it was not part of the vins included in the recall.

Saturn ION in North Carolina, United States Sep 2014 - Sep 2014
Sep 2014 96000 mi	ignition problem

Saturn ION in Massachusetts, United States Apr 2014 - Oct 2014
Apr 2014 56000 mi US $700	-Fuel injectors and spark plugs replaced Clean fuel injectors
Oct 2014 61000 mi	Door switch issue... car alarm would go off randomly, dome light would come on and off randomly.

Saturn ION in Nova Scotia, Canada Oct 2013 - Jun 2014
Nov 2013 39660 mi C $140	Bearing went, had to get it replaced

Saturn ION in Arkansas, United States Apr 2013 - Jun 2013
May 2013 133200 mi US $106	replaced power window switch in drivers door, so power windows would work properly

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Saturn ION in Nevada, United States Feb 2007 - Mar 2010
Mar 2007 1000 mi	Shift knob top popped off, simply epoxied it back on.
May 2007 2500 mi	Door check clicked
Jun 2007 3000 mi	Door check broke again, problem finally solved
Jan 2008 12000 mi	Driver floor mat holder clip ripped out of carpet. Carpeting replaced, and new latch installed to hold driver floor mat in place.

Saturn ION in Alberta, Canada Sep 2008 - Jun 2012
May 2009 11160 mi	Cruise control works only sometimes. Driver's door exterior trim came loose. Ignition keys broken where the key ring attaches.
Jul 2011 22940 mi	PCV hose cracked and dripping engine oil. I described the exact location but they still said "no fault found". 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. Received a letter from GM instructing me to get my electric power steering motor replaced if I had experienced any "PRW STR" warning messages. Dealer said there were no recalls and would not investigate further. Exhaust rattles after engine is started and sometimes while driving. Dealer said they could not duplicate the concern. Engine knocks/rattles very intermittently at idle once at operating temp. Dealer would not investigate further since I could not reproduce the noise when I dropped off the car.

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Saturn ION in New York, United States May 2008 - Dec 2009
Jun 2008 10000 mi	the plastic facia flashing under the front had come loose and was flapping below the car

Saturn ION in California, United States Feb 2008 - Mar 2010
Mar 2008 16000 mi	Driver-side outside door/pillar covering fell off at highway speeds. Repair man told me the small bracket inside that it holds on to breaks easily. He checked pass. side.

Saturn ION in Quebec, Canada Jan 2008 - Mar 2010
Feb 2008 1860 mi	Check engine light came on when vehicule clocked over 1000km on January 4th. Was told that it was not a big deal and was given an appointment on February 21nd. I left the vehicule there all day and got it back in the evening. Light came back on three ...

Saturn ION in Ontario, Canada Jan 2008 - Sep 2018
Dec 2008 6200 mi	The mechanics saw the problem was imminent during a previous maintenance visit. During this maintenance visit, both control arm bushings were replaced, because they split. This is a common issue on this model.
Sep 2009 12400 mi	Both control arm end links replaced. Again. Common issue.
Nov 2009 14000 mi	RPMs were not dropping while coasting with the engine not in gear. RPMs remained at ~1500 until full stop. Issue appears to be fixed for now after a computer reflash.
May 2018 62620 mi C $20	p0102 code thrown, MAF sensor malfunction. MAF sensor replaced.
Jun 2018 65100 mi C $50	Both lower arm bushings replaced - worn out, rubber disintegrating
Sep 2018 67580 mi C $500	AC clutch failed - solenoid burned out. Entire compressor/clutch was replaced (sold as a unit) Pulsating grinding noise from the left wheel. Replaced both wheel bearings.

Saturn ION in Quebec, Canada Feb 2013 - Jun 2022
May 2013 35743 mi C $240	changed pads and rotors
Jul 2013 37600 mi C $480	fuel pump leaking gazoline smell
Jul 2014 48980 mi	replaced front wheel bearing
May 2015 55180 mi C $1300	Had to replace the compressor
Aug 2015 57000 mi C $560	replaced injectors
Apr 2016 61880 mi C $430	gazoline leak from the line
May 2016 62000 mi C $200	replace both coil springs and rear shocks
Jul 2016 63740 mi C $1000	Replace both control arms, front shocks, and stabeliser link kits
Aug 2016 64480 mi C $80	Replaced exhaust solenoid
Jul 2017 70060 mi C $130	replaced battery
Oct 2017 71300 mi C $35	Check engine light p00442, related to fuel vapor in gasoline tank. Replaced fuel cap. It seems to be working so far, no light ever since. The temperatures have been really low this winter, so we'll have to wait for spring to come. We will see then if it's a permanent fix.
Jun 2018 78120 mi	p00442 code again, Replaced the gazoline cap, but the code came back after a while, Watched videos on youtube. I though that the end of the gazoline pipe might be leeking just a little after ten years. It shows signs of wear, scratches, etc. I USED SOME SWIMMING POOL PUMP GASKET LUBRICANT to lube the end of the pipe taht comes in contact with the gaz cap. Almost 2 months without a code. I will lubricate the end of the pipe from time to time

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Saturn ION in Michigan, United States Jan 2008 - Jun 2022
Mar 2009 67000 mi US $100	Door seal super slow leak.
Dec 2010 114000 mi US $820	Heater core strangely started leaking one day. Very unusual to happen on these cars, which is why the part cost so much (no one carries it in stock, even dealer)! Had it fixed in 1 day; however, it is a 5 hr labor rate.
Jul 2012 156200 mi US $740	Replaced front struts and rear shocks.
Sep 2013 182000 mi US $1200	Camshaft Position Solenoids and Timing Chain Replacement
Sep 2015 193000 mi	Emissions Purge Valve replaced.
Mar 2016 196000 mi US $880	Passenger-side Inner Tie-Rod replacement. Replaced both Control Arms due to Subframe rubber bushing wear. Also included new ball joints as they are part of the Control Arm assembly. Rear fuel line replacement, both High and Low Pressure lines. Fuel Filter included.
Dec 2016 197000 mi US $700	Steering Rack replacement
Feb 2018 198000 mi US $150	Knock Sensor

Saturn ION in Ontario, Canada May 2009 - Jun 2011
Jun 2009 34720 mi C $300	Front brake calipers required replacing.
Oct 2009 37200 mi	I had brought it in because either the break or engine light had gone off (again), but they reported no problems found.

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Saturn ION in Colorado, United States Jan 2008 - Feb 2012
Jan 2011 48900 mi	Electric Power Steering failed, burned out motor, repaired under special warranty/TSB.

Saturn ION in Michigan, United States Mar 2011 - Nov 2021
Jun 2015 100000 mi US $800	Replaced struts, rear shocks,sway bar bushings Replaced condenser, purge and recharge refrigerant
Oct 2016 113500 mi US $1200	Replaced front wheel bearings Replaced corroded fuel line
Jul 2018 134000 mi US $125	Replaced A/C heater head module. (Fan speed, vent control, tenp adjustment)

Saturn ION in Tennessee, United States Mar 2013 - Oct 2015
Apr 2013 93500 mi US $294	Replaced rear shock absorbers
Jul 2013 96700 mi US $28	Replaced worn manual shift boot, repainted shift lever
Dec 2013 104000 mi	Replaced fuel tank heat shield retaining screw(s).
Mar 2014 109000 mi US $232	Electronic Control Module (ECM) had to be reprogrammed due to throttle body cleaning.
Apr 2015 126200 mi US $120	Replaced left and right headlight assemblies (lenses). The OEM lenses were foggy.
Jun 2015 127000 mi US $1469	- Could not change gears (manual transmission) - Diagnosed as bad clutch hydraulic slave cylinder - New clutch kit / slave cylinder installed to correct the problem.

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Saturn ION in British Columbia, Canada Sep 2008 - Nov 2009
Oct 2009 34720 mi	Driver's seat bottom replaced under warranty.

Saturn ION in Illinois, United States Nov 2010 - Apr 2011
Apr 2011 51000 mi US $75	Replaced IAT sensor after getting OBD code at AutoZone. Self done, very simple. No check engine light since.

Saturn ION in New Jersey, United States Jan 2017 - Jun 2022
Jun 2017 44000 mi US $680	check engine light and low power engine light, car ran poorly. Had to track down problem since it was intermittent. rewired wiring harness's
Feb 2021 85000 mi US $1290	control arm and bushings wheel hub and bearing
Oct 2021 91000 mi US $550	fuel line leaks
Jan 2022 94000 mi US $918	fuel line replace bad wheel hub bearing

Saturn ION in Ontario, Canada Sep 2010 - Dec 2016
Apr 2012 60220 mi C $700	Front right hub assembly needed to be changed but I changed both of them (left, right). Also changed rotors, pads, drums and shoes as maintence - this was the first time the brakes had been done.
Aug 2012 64460 mi C $175	Needed to change the tumbler (key started to get stuck at times) and have original key coded.
Sep 2013 76880 mi C $260	Right front Hub/bearing started to make noise. Replaced both front Hubs.
Aug 2014 84400 mi C $250	- Both lower control arm bushings worn - had both replaced. - One worn stabilizer link replaced.
Apr 2015 90820 mi C $120	Fuel line from tank leaking due to corrosion. Replaced a portion of the fuel line.

Saturn ION in Missouri, United States Nov 2009 - Feb 2016
Dec 2009 35000 mi	it had leaking front struts on the front

Saturn ION in Wisconsin, United States May 2010 - Jun 2011
Jun 2010 52000 mi US $167	control arm bushing replaced.

Saturn ION in California, United States Oct 2008 - Jan 2018
Dec 2008 37000 mi	Brakes were making noice when driving car for a long time.
Dec 2009 44000 mi	the power steering would go out, fixed
May 2012 62400 mi US $1150	Blew out engine. Replaced engine.

Saturn ION in New Brunswick, Canada Dec 2008 - Dec 2014
Sep 2008	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.
Jan 2009	less than 10,000 kms front swaybar bushings gone. front end sounded like it was falling off in right hand turns going up hill
Aug 2009	passenger door mechanism snapping sounded like something was in the door broken. Dealer stripped it all apart only to have management realize that the Saturn VUE had the same issue. Replaced door latch system and noise is gone - for now.
Feb 2010 35620 mi	For 3rd time in 56,000 kms the front end bushing were replaced due to being totally worn out. Took car into the Chev dealer due to an ice packed sound in the rear end during - 0 temp driving. Noise is very loud. Rear ones are still worn out.
Mar 2010 37820 mi C $299	Rear 2 bushings holding the rear axle to the body.
Apr 2010 38320 mi C $299	Muffler shop Apr 21 determined that the snap on the front driver side was a swaybar link problem. Both rear shocks leaking.
May 2010 39020 mi C $300	both rear shocks were leaking a lot Dealer missed both while working about 3 inches away from peoblem charging me for their failed repair of parts.
Jun 2010 40300 mi C $150	clunk in front end repeated on small road imperfections. Dealer could not find problem. Driver side Sway-bar link assembly needed replacing. Muffler shop noticed during oil change.
Jul 2010 40920 mi C $41	Clunk when shifting from Park to Reverse and slight noise from Reverse to Neutral. LARGE BANG when shifting from Neutral to DRIVE. Tech heard it for almost 10 minutes but next day could not replicate. T old not 2 worry about it
Mar 2011 47740 mi	Wheel bearing passenger side had been replaced 2 yrs into ownership 2009. Vibration as if driving on rumble strip. Bearing worn out. Driver side checked at same time of repair and replaced as well
Jun 2011 52700 mi C $80	warranty on CV boot driver side. Did alignmment at same time
May 2012 62143 mi C $300	Replaced sway bar link as well as rear spring coils Replaced sway bar link as well as rear spring coils 300 $ Canadian
Nov 2012 71160 mi C $410	HAD TO REPLACE PASSANGER SIDE FRONT WHEEL BEARING FOR THE THIRD TIME.
Oct 2013 79040 mi C $325	Replaced 4th control arm bushing. Replaced rear Monroe sensatrac shocks under warranty parts only.
Dec 2014 89900 mi	recall on ignition switch and ignition oddly this car has been owned by myself since showroom and had the same shut off several times reported to Saturn dealer before their demise and this recall. glad my family was never injured. 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

Saturn ION in Florida, United States Mar 2010 - Dec 2011
Dec 2011 90000 mi US $158	Went to start car, it wouldn't turn over, just clicked. Finally turned on after jumping car, needed battery

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Saturn ION in Wisconsin, United States Jan 2014 - Feb 2014
Feb 2014 110000 mi US $100	Wheel bearing is getting terribly loud. I had to fix it. With the low value of the ion, I'm just sticking to one wheel bearing and not replacing the other.

Saturn ION in Florida, United States May 2011 - Sep 2011
Jul 2011 87000 mi US $560	rear wheel bearing bad had to replace entire hub asesembly--other side will need to be replaced soon
Aug 2011 86200 mi US $650	Car began leaking heavily around all doors and windows

Saturn ION in Saskatchewan, Canada Aug 2010 - Oct 2011
Sep 2010 39680 mi	dipstick was popping out. Turned out to be a pinched pcv line on the back of the engine
Oct 2011 50840 mi	loose stabalizer arm knuckle

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Saturn ION in California, United States Oct 2008 - Jan 2010
Nov 2008 55000 mi	Power steering became unoperable for a short trip was advised to take into dealer for safety

Saturn ION in Missouri, United States Nov 2006 - Sep 2016
Jan 2006 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.
Feb 2006 1100 mi	Clutch pedal made a ratcheting sound when depressed - mechanic lubricated ball-and-socket joint at pedal actuator rod. Glove box refused to stay latched. Parts ordered.
Mar 2006 2200 mi	Faulty glove box latch. Replaced with new assembly ordered in February. Clutch pedal squeaked. Lubed assembly. SES came on again around 2800 miles, same condition as 1st entry. Codes reset.
Apr 2006 3300 mi	SES light activated again, same code stored as before. Tech cleared the codes, claims unit works as designed.
Jun 2006 5800 mi	Fuel sending unit shorted, replaced. SES light on again. LF & RF windows rattled when open. Not fixed. Repaired chip in LF rocker panel, repainted rear bumper where trunk meets, installed 3 rubber stops, repainted, adjusted fuel filler door.
Aug 2006 8700 mi	Foam emerged from LF roof driprail. Removed and repositioned foam. SES light again - no codes found. Installed latest PCM calibration, lubed clutch pedal hinge and push rod.
Sep 2006 9750 mi	Foam protruding from LR roof driprail - trimmed excessive insulation that was visible. Later in same month, LR driprail foam replaced.
Oct 2006 11100 mi	Foam in entire right side driprails removed and replaced.
Dec 2006 13500 mi	Brake lamp lit during extremely cold weather. System checked - no problems found. SES light on again - new clutch switch ordered. Replaced uppermost clutch switch. Front pass. seat cover partially loose, r&r seat, secured cover, fasteners.
Feb 2007 16300 mi	Brake lamp lit again during very cold weather - no issues. SES light on again. If PCM sees 8 or more changes in vehicle speed w/o pedal depressed, it will set code..."cannot be helped."
Mar 2007 18000 mi	Squeak emanating from RR seat area - heard when outside temp is ~50F or less. Replaced RR latch, adjusted striker plate. Temporary fix.
Apr 2007 18700 mi	RR squeak returns - Unable to duplicate at this time.
Jun 2007 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).
Jul 2007 22000 mi	Dash crack appeared near auto headlight sensor. Replaced center dash trim. Rental car. Left fuel tank strap loose and dangling. Bolt fell out. Replaced. Car towed to retailer, key stuck in ignition. Lock cylinder binding in housing. Replaced cylinder. Ren
Sep 2007 24000 mi	Foam under RF roof driprail sticks out. R&R foam. Brake pedal squeaks, lubed booster rod. Moisture in headlamps, worse on L side. Given vented headlamp bulletin - working as designed.
Nov 2007 27500 mi	RR seat squeak back again. Replaced RR seat cushion. Pop in driver's seat, at left edge. Seat bottom cover loose at front, adjusted tabs on seat pan and reclipped cover.
May 2008 35000 mi	Steering wheel made a rattle when turned 180 degrees or more. Bad cruise control switch found - part ordered.
Jun 2008 35000 mi	Steering wheel made a rattle when turned 180 degrees or more. Bad cruise control switch found. Wrong part was ordered on 2nd visit, had to return for 3rd visit to get correct ordered and installed.
Dec 2009 56000 mi	RF wheel bearing assembly made droning noise at 25 mph and above.
Jan 2010 56900 mi	Replaced intake camshaft position sensor. Replaced exhaust camshaft position sensor. Worn CPS units caused revs to stay up between shifts. Engine revs failed to drop between 1st and 2nd and 2nd and 3rd gears, SES light activated. Problem traced to failed camshaft position sensors. Retailer removed and replaced intake and exhaust sets under extended warranty.
May 2010 62000 mi	L and R front sway bar links loosened. Dealer replaced clamps, insulators, bushings and link assemblies. Worn intermediate steering shaft replaced, car's front end clunked and popped during turns at low speeds.
Dec 2010 70000 mi US $88	I smelled gasoline while outside the car. Called retailer. Verified there is a TSB on replacing fuel pump module. Local Chevrolet dealer did the work as Saturn no longer exists. RR belt molding was replaced after original shrank and left gap which could have allowed water intrustion. Passenger side visor broke, would not retract against roof.
Apr 2011 75000 mi	Catalytic converter broke internally at ~73,500 miles, replaced and covered under 8/80,000 mile emissions system warranty.
Jul 2011 78000 mi	Driver's side sun visor refused to stay "up" or rest against roof, often dropping into my light of sight and brushing against my head in certain situations. RF belt molding shrank to due long-term weather exposure; it was replaced while car was in shop for non-related body work.
Oct 2011 80000 mi US $530	Front lower control arm bushings and front sway bar end links/bushings were failing. They were replaced.
Sep 2012 92000 mi US $440	Replaced shock absorbers and struts. They were 6.5 years old and the mechanic implied at least one was leaking. I decided to heed the recommendation before it became worse and one or more units failed. Shop said end links bad. Compared prices, found dealer cheaper, went there. They said end links fine, but other parts not. L outer tie rod needed replacing. L outer CV boot torn and leaking, replaced.
Aug 2013 102000 mi US $587	Car leaked coolant; water pump leaked at weep hole. Replaced water pump.
Sep 2013 102000 mi US $387	Front crankcase seal leaked and needed replacement. Power steering assist motor began to fail. Replaced under extended warranty from manufacturer.
Sep 2014 111000 mi US $377	Droning noise from front heard at 25mph and above. Dealer replaced LF wheel bearing.
Sep 2015 120000 mi US $803	Fuel lines corroded, leaked due to age/rust, causing starter to crank longer than usual. Car became harder to start when cold.
Oct 2015 120200 mi US $414	Muffler had hole and began to crumble internally.
Nov 2015 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.
Sep 2016 124000 mi	Traction control failed; may just need a new fuse.

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Saturn ION in British Columbia, Canada Feb 2010 - Jun 2011
Mar 2010 14260 mi	Check engine light showing intermittingly. Fuel injector fault code detected at dealer 4 injectors replaced.

Saturn ION in Newfoundland / Lab., Canada Sep 2009 - Oct 2009
Oct 2009 38440 mi	Engine light was on when turned in, may have been a tiny hole in muffler.

Saturn ION in Maryland, United States Aug 2011 - Dec 2011
Sep 2011 103000 mi US $483	Intermediate Steering Shaft removed and new part installed. stabilizer link bushings removed - new parts installed.

Saturn ION in Ontario, Canada Jul 2010 - Sep 2015
Jun 2011 55180 mi C $574	Hear rattling noise in/near steering column. Similar to when i had steering column replaced a couple of years ago. Tech didn't detect the noise, he inspected steering components and didn't see anything. Still hear it, not too serious yet.
May 2013 78680 mi C $1760	New brakes all around (new pads, rotors, drums and shoes) New control arm bushings (both) New sway bar (right front) coolant flush, new brake fluid, fuel line recall check,
Jun 2013 79360 mi	Check engine light was on. Flashed ecm with new firmware. Made car worse. Will be bringing it in again soon.
Mar 2014 89280 mi C $1100	Replaced both front struts that were serverely needing replacement
Jun 2015 102300 mi C $230	Bushings Flex pipe rusted through

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Saturn ION in Colorado, United States Oct 2007 - Mar 2009
Mar 2008 33000 mi	Loose window regulator. Trunk lid rubbing on deck.

Saturn ION in Illinois, United States Apr 2008 - Apr 2013
Feb 2008 100000 mi US $175	A SOFT GRINDING IN THE RIGHT FRONT. DEALER REPLACED FRONT BEARING WHILE DOING THE 100,000 MILE TUNE UP
Apr 2009 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.
Mar 2010 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.

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Saturn ION in New York, United States Oct 2007 - Jun 2011
Nov 2007 17000 mi US $45	seat cover latches keep popping off , resulting in seat cover coming off seat, seems to be unresolvable intermittently, check engine will come on as well as abs, brake, no codes are stored, so nothing gets done about it
Feb 2008 21000 mi	Struts went bad.
Sep 2009 33000 mi US $100	drivers window not working; found window regulator no good (again) When fueling, pump keeps stopping. Bad tank purge solenoid.
Jan 2010 33400 mi US $100	continual problem with drivers window, got stuck and had to replace regulator 3 times then finally clips that hold glass in place on regulator, will see if this works, 4th time being repaired.
May 2010 34200 mi US $100	check engine light, gas tank needed to be replaced has a built in valve that is defective, wheel hub bearings also no good, making loud noise.

Saturn ION in Michigan, United States Oct 2007 - Dec 2010
Jan 2009 60000 mi US $265	Fixed the dreaded passlock issue with a new ignition and also cleaned the injectors.

Saturn ION in New York, United States Feb 2008 - Jul 2011
Jun 2008 20000 mi	replace passenger side conrtol arm bushing
Jul 2008 21000 mi	Replaced driver side control arm.
May 2009 27000 mi	replace control arm bushing

Saturn ION in Tennessee, United States Apr 2008 - Jan 2016
Aug 2012 86800 mi US $600	I smelled fuel leaking from under the car. The mechanic checked it when they changed the oil, needed a new fuel pump.

Saturn ION in Colorado, United States Oct 2010 - Sep 2014
Mar 2011 52000 mi	correction of a power steering issue that was done under recall. experienced power steering failure several times previously.
Oct 2011 58500 mi	replaced rear shocks
Aug 2012 76000 mi US $230	Ignition column needed to be replaced as the key was stuck in the ignition.
Aug 2013 93300 mi US $900	Replaced front shocks and struts

Saturn ION in Massachusetts, United States May 2013 - Jun 2013
Jun 2013 133000 mi	Many emissions components required replacement.

Saturn ION in Florida, United States Apr 2009 - Feb 2011
May 2009 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.
Jan 2010 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. 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.
Jun 2010 74000 mi US $300	The paint on the hood is now peeling off in streaks. This is an Ion, so it's not caused by how incredibly fast I am driving.
Feb 2011 85000 mi	Paint peeling off hood in strips.

Saturn ION in California, United States May 2009 - Feb 2018
Mar 2011 46000 mi	Connection at the fuel tank hand to be replace per TSB recall. Vehicle had leaking fuel and strong fuel order.
Sep 2017 83500 mi US $425	Replaced the rear shocks
Feb 2018 82600 mi US $600	Replaced the front struts.

Saturn ION in Pennsylvania, United States May 2010 - Jun 2011
Oct 2010 131000 mi US $150	Power steering failed while driving. Upon restarting the car, the power steering restored. Mechanic evaluated problem and replaced a blown fuse.
Dec 2010 135000 mi US $1500	Power steering fails, then reboots when the car is restarted. This is a constant problem. With the repair estimated at over $1500 on a car worth under $3k, we will be buying a replacement car instead of repairing. Common issue on 2006 Ion2
Jun 2011 139000 mi	Head gasket blown and the car is now junked. Steering also never fixed.

Saturn ION in Minnesota, United States May 2008 - Jan 2022
Jul 2013 42000 mi US $150	Lower control arm bushing replacement lower control arm bushing
Aug 2016 58000 mi US $800	Failure of the ECM logic cxircuits.
Sep 2019 58000 mi US $150	L lower control arm

Saturn ION in California, United States Oct 2007 - Apr 2018
Dec 2007 29000 mi	Car would not start a few times. Dealer found no error codes, so dealer did nothing. As an aside, dealer updated engine software.
Feb 2008 31000 mi	Car would not start again. Dealer found error codes. Dealer replaced ignition switch at no charge, since car is still under warranty, and this is a known issue. As an aside, dealer performed 30,000-mile maintenance.
Nov 2009 55000 mi US $500	Check engine light came on. Diagnosis result: engine thermostat was 'barely functional'. Actions taken: Replaced thermostat and flushed radiator. Problem fixed.
Jan 2010 59000 mi US $350	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. Rear shock absorbers leaking fluid. Replaced both shocks. Ride more comfortable now, especially when entering and leaving driveways or going over speed bumps.
Feb 2010 59000 mi US $400	Both shock absorbers leaking fluid. Replaced both. Riding experience improved noticeably after repair.
Mar 2011 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.
Apr 2011 79000 mi US $300	Key stuck. Had to replace gear shifter assembly, ignition cylinder, and ignition housing. Then the steering wheel became stuck and the airbag light went on. Replaced clock spring, too, and now everything runs fine. Lower front control bushings worn out. Had to order part from Detroit. Turns out, the rear bushings need to be repaired, too, but I'm waiting for another time. Rear passengers will still feel bumps when riding.
Sep 2011 85000 mi US $400	Very bumpy ride. Rear passengers get carsick. Bushings/front strut links replaced. Ride quality significantly improved after repair.
Mar 2012 93000 mi US $500	Problem: Engine light flashing and rough acceleration. Error code diagnosed as misfire in cylinder. Coil pack replaced. Repair completed successfully.
Jan 2013 104000 mi US $250	Trunk support bar snapped in half. Trunk unable to stay open. Replacement part required special order. Once repaired, the trunk is good as new. Paint stripped off the rocker/runner area where people step on before entering car. Shop repainted entire area and touched up other scratches elsewhere. Shop matched paint so car still looks good after 100,000 miles.
Feb 2013 104800 mi US $180	Front struts were worn and had to be replaced. Re-lubricated all bushings and related chassis parts. Ride is smoother but you can still hear creaking sound at low speeds.
Jun 2013 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.

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Saturn ION in New York, United States Mar 2010 - Apr 2013
Dec 2012 60000 mi US $250	Evaporative Control Module... Check Engine Light kept coming on...*** Will need to return because now the light is on again and I am getting "Check Gas Cap" all the time.

Saturn ION in Massachusetts, United States Mar 2008 - Feb 2009
Oct 2008 28000 mi	Emergency brake was not operating correctly when released. Found rear brake calipers sticking. Caliper assemblies were ordered and replaced.

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Saturn ION in Ontario, Canada Oct 2010 - Jul 2018
Jun 2011 80600 mi C $300	Shocks were going when I purchased the car at 77 000kms. At about 112,000kms, not longer could safely drive car. Back shocks replaced and fronts need to be done.
Nov 2011 84940 mi	This was the electric steering problem which finally became untenable. Recall.
Mar 2012 94240 mi C $550	Shocks were replaced
Oct 2012 106620 mi C $350	all shocks and front bushings
Apr 2013 119340 mi C $100	Purchased wheel bearing and installed myself Replaced struts, NOT quick struts Left and right control arms Replaced hub/bearing Replaced rotors and pads
Jun 2013 120900 mi	lock down mechanism on sun roof broke on both sides and unrepairable and replacing sunroof is the only way to fix it and not an option. extremely expensive. stupid that GM will not supply individual parts for sunroof and it is a part that wy
Jun 2014 128340 mi	Recall for ignition switch and cylinder. But before they called me in to change it over, the ignition cylinder locked up with the car running and I could not turn it off(had to remove the ignition relay to turn the car off and disconnect the battery).
Jul 2014 130140 mi C $50	Variable valve timing sensor on intake side failed. Replaced.
Sep 2014 138880 mi C $40	Ignition coil cylinder one failed
Jul 2015 153840 mi C $35	Thermostat failed.
May 2016 167400 mi C $46	Failed side mirror adjustment switch.
Jul 2016 171740 mi C $56	replaced cruise set/resume switch. Left front window side molding replaced
Jul 2018 176700 mi C $5000	New clutch etc. installed Gaskets replaced. Alternator seized. Compressor replaced. Tie rods replaced Battery died after 11 years! Both front seat belts replaced.

Saturn ION in Wisconsin, United States - Aug 2007
Aug 2007 20000 mi	passenger window bolt vibrated loose causing the window to fall off track. The 2nd passenger airbag light does not indicate anything when a passenger is in the car.

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Saturn ION in New Brunswick, Canada Nov 2007 - Mar 2010
Apr 2008 22940 mi	Weatherstripping on the rear door ripped. Check engine light was on for a few days, however by the time I was able to bring my vehicle in, the light had already been off for a week and the computer showed no history. Noticed a wobbling noise under heavy breaking. Basic brake maintenance performed to clean out dirt and rust. Replaced rear door weatherstripping.
May 2008 23560 mi	Injectors out of balance, installed 4 new updated injectors and performed reprogramming.
Sep 2008 26040 mi	Both front control arm bushings torn out.
Jun 2009 30380 mi	Left front sway link worn.
Dec 2009 34100 mi C $440	replaced both front sway bar links

Saturn ION in Texas, United States Oct 2007 - Mar 2010
Jan 2008 20000 mi	Emergency brake cable had come loose.

Saturn ION in Arizona, United States Nov 2007 - Sep 2019
May 2008 21000 mi	Car shuts off unexpectantly making right hand turns at slow speeds.
Apr 2009 25000 mi	replaced transmission ignition interlock module - key would not disengage from steering column
Aug 2009 29000 mi	Fuel pump in tank had to be replaced leaking fuel externally
Mar 2010 30000 mi US $70	Exterior door trim fell off car while driving down the freeway
Aug 2011 45700 mi	Electric Servo Steering motor quit working causing steering issues. TSB.

Saturn ION in Arizona, United States Sep 2007 - Nov 2022
Feb 2007 5000 mi	Left front wheel bearing replaced under warranty
May 2007 7000 mi	Could not start due to ignition/key interlock
Jul 2009 34000 mi	Power Steering warning came on and the power steering failed a few minutes later, Car had 1 day left on warranty so no charge for tow or fix
Jun 2013 56000 mi US $431	Ignition frozen with key stuck, could not turn car off.
Dec 2013 59000 mi US $265	The driver's door flew open making a right hand turn. Door would not close. Door latch replaced.
Dec 2014 64000 mi US $80	Dealer serviced coolant which had air pockets causing occasional coolant low warning. Replaced battery
Jun 2015 66000 mi US $138	Sunroof drain clogged, causing interior water leak.
Nov 2016 81000 mi US $210	O2 sensor 1 was the code, in reality my wiring harness was damaged by rodents. O2 sensor was fine.
Dec 2016 82000 mi US $24	Replaced headlights
Aug 2017 86000 mi US $200	Coolant filter tank reservoir was replaced. The sensor was bad but they had to replace the whole unit, Not just the sensor. Ignition switch brake /park key interlock
Nov 2017 87500 mi US $124	Battery replaced
Oct 2018 93000 mi US $90	Exhaust VVT sensor
Feb 2022 116000 mi US $300	Tire replacement
Jul 2022 118000 mi	Battery dead after inactivity of 2 months

Saturn ION in Ontario, Canada May 2010 - Sep 2012
Jun 2010 59040 mi	Swaybar End-link Replaced sway bar end links
May 2011 74400 mi C $359	Wheel Bearings... Driver front wheel bearing failed, causing loud noise and some vibration. Passenger side was replaced at same time for peace of mind. appro $159 per bearing.
Sep 2012 156860 mi C $450	Exhaust camshaft actuator causing transmission to turn to left front axle seal and transmission service

Saturn ION in Saskatchewan, Canada Nov 2006 - Jul 2019
Nov 2006 4960 mi	Driver side mirror cracked occurred while scrapping off ice and snow. Repaired later that week within two hours in spite of having to replace entire unit. Rob Forsyth
Jan 2008 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.
Apr 2008 13020 mi	The cruise control went, apparently a problem on the vehicles was fixed in 2 hours.
Jan 2009 17360 mi	Power steering went out.
Mar 2009 18600 mi	Engine light came on. Took it too shop. Apparently I had a fuel line partly freeze up during very cold -30 Celcius weather. That caused engine light to come on had thawed by the time I got it to the shop.
Mar 2011 31000 mi C $700	Severely cracked window, replaced. Cause unclear. Arrived at a friends after four hour drive, didn't have crack, went out that night and I did. It wasn't a chip but a crack that quickly spider webbed through the glass.
Jun 2011 32240 mi C $55	Would not turn over happened in January. Replaced battery. Happened again, but this time battery fine. Could not replicate problem. Has not happened since that time.
Jan 2012 25460 mi C $150	Engine warning light was on it, appears that it was a false warning caused by a sensor problem.
May 2012 37920 mi C $300	Had to replace carburateur
Jun 2014 55800 mi	Saturn ion ignition recall my key got stuck in the ignition so I got a loaner until the parts came in
Jul 2015 68400 mi C $700	Saturn Ions have a GM recall on the power steering. It goes out while driving
Aug 2016 73020 mi C $2500	Timing chain needed to be replaced

Saturn ION in California, United States Aug 2008 - Jun 2011
Sep 2008 54000 mi US $50	When turning or going over speed bumps, there would be loud noises cluncking.

Saturn ION in Quebec, Canada Dec 2007 - Mar 2010
May 2007 11470 mi	passenger seat belt replace
Jun 2007 13640 mi	passlock replace
Jan 2008 18600 mi	sway bar bushing
Aug 2008 24180 mi	ABS light on and abs action when braking. Left front wheel bearing replaced.
Nov 2008 26040 mi	Front wheel bearing replaced.

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Saturn ION in Alberta, Canada Oct 2007 - Aug 2008
Nov 2007 24180 mi	Changed both lower control arm bushings. Changed HVAC Blower as it was noisy.
Feb 2008 25420 mi	Ignition switch causing no start issue. Replaced ignition.

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Saturn ION in Texas, United States Jun 2012 - Dec 2012
Nov 2012 85000 mi US $375	wouldn't start, starter went out, replaced starter

Saturn ION in Ontario, Canada Jun 2011 - Jan 2015
Oct 2011 110660 mi C $80	Engine light on and car hard to start after refueling but always started. Parts changed so far: Fuel Cap & Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve - problem still there so changed valve assembly, which fixed problem.
Jun 2012 114700 mi C $195	Car need a new key cylinder - key got stuck and car would not shut off.
Dec 2013 127720 mi C $60	Upper stream O2 sensor replaced
Dec 2014 139500 mi	This car has developed a serious fuel economy issue. There is fuel smell present at start up and rough idle. To date the following parts have been replaced: MAF Sensor, Spark Plugs, Coil Pack/Ignition Module, Gas Cap. Car still has issue. A used Engine has been purchased for this car due to a fuel economy issue. The engine has not been installed yet.
Jan 2015 112220 mi	Car had serious fuel consumption issues and has been permanently taken off the road. A/C no longer working

Saturn ION in New Jersey, United States Oct 2007 - Sep 2017
Jul 2013 24000 mi US $133	Freon was recharged.
Jan 2014 23500 mi	Fuel pump module leaking. Replaced free of charge by dealer as part of special recall by General Motors.
Feb 2014 25300 mi US $528	Front struts were replaced.
Mar 2014 26000 mi US $280	Check engine light came on. Air pump had failed and was replaced. Check valve had to be replaced
Jun 2015 30000 mi US $375	Wheel hub assembly was replaced.
Mar 2017 34000 mi US $400	Oxygen sensor replaced. A/C clutch relay replaced.

Saturn ION in Florida, United States Nov 2007 - Mar 2010
Dec 2007 6000 mi US $18	n/a

Saturn ION in Ohio, United States Oct 2007 - Dec 2013
Jan 2007 16300 mi	Noise [minor] - Wind noise from passenger-side door at highway speeds. Retailer re-aligned trim pieces at front/rear door join under Warranty. Squeak from FR Wheel Cover at low speeds. Retailer replaced wheel cover and checked all under Warranty.
Jul 2007 22800 mi	Cruise Control [minor] - CC would not engage in hot weather, Retailer replaced CC switch under Warranty.
Nov 2008 35000 mi	Rattle from driver's side door frame. Shop added a spacer under exterior trim, removing rattle. Shop checked door internals and seals to be sure trim was the source, and tested after repair.Noise is gone, repaired under warranty without hassle.
Nov 2011 63000 mi US $1200	suspension work was somewhat preventative, front sway bushings were sheared and required replacement. hard to assign $ to "reactive" vs "preventative" work, a lot of the labor overlapped
Oct 2013 76000 mi US $800	Replaced stabilizer links and front R wheel bearing (unplanned) O2 sensor had been causing a CEL, replaced. (planned) Confirmed suspected exhaust/muffler leaks, putting that maintenance off until spring.
Dec 2013 78000 mi US $120	Repaired exhaust leak, simple exhaust piping replacement using generic tubing and old heat shields

Saturn ION in Ontario, Canada Jul 2012 - Dec 2017
Dec 2012 91140 mi C $100	Car only needed a new battery.
Mar 2013 92380 mi C $200	The bolt holding passenger rear shock came loose and fell off. Replaced both rear shocks with new ones.
Jun 2013 93620 mi C $340	Loud noise/grinding due to failing front right Hub. It was replaced with a quality part.
May 2014 101640 mi	Car in for new Ignition Switch based on recent Recall.
Dec 2014 108500 mi	The spark plugs need to be replaced in the ION but all 4 are seized in the head (original plugs). This car is still drivable but not as fuel efficient as it could be.
Sep 2015 121520 mi	Crack windshield - replaced and drivers side window dislodged from the track and needed to be re-installed/tracks lubricated.
Mar 2016 127720 mi	Steering linkage stiff - replaced
Dec 2016 139500 mi	Exhaust hangers broke due to rust and flange bolts. New hangers welded and flange bolts added to exhaust which is still in good shape and the original system.

Saturn ION in Maryland, United States Mar 2014 - Sep 2018
May 2014 60000 mi US $400	Control arm bushings replaced. Power steering failure.
Jun 2014 61000 mi	Ignition switch and key cylinder replaced as per recall. The key cylinder would occasionally not fully rotate back to the off position, leaving the key stuck in the cylinder and necessitating the use of the manual release button under the steering column.
Apr 2015 65300 mi US $1000	Both front struts and rear shocks replaced due to significant leaking. Significant fuel leak developed at the fuel pump assembly. Unit replaced.
Jun 2016 83000 mi US $500	Radiator fan failed and required replacement.
Apr 2017 104000 mi US $300	Oil change plus wheel bearing replacement.
Jun 2017 116000 mi US $230	Large emissions system leak reported by check engine light. Inspected and replaced failing evap purge and vent solenoids.
Dec 2017 120000 mi US $74	Cold weather accelerated the death of the battery. It was replaced after refusing to start one cold morning.

Saturn ION in Illinois, United States Jun 2010 - Sep 2011
Jul 2010 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.
Jul 2011 85000 mi US $167	No refrigerant. Replaced valve. Added refrigerant. Applique on driver's side door flew off while driving on highway. Part was replaced.

Saturn ION in Arizona, United States Sep 2009 - Sep 2013
Oct 2009 67000 mi US $600	Fuel vapors coming from rear of car. Dealer replaced leaking fuel pump module. This was a recall item a few months later and I received re-imbursement for the repair
Jun 2010 75000 mi US $80	Gas gauge stopped working. Replaced fuel level sending unit at the fuel pump module assembly.
Dec 2010 88000 mi US $32	Driver door plastic "pillar" applique broke at screw mount; replaced applique.
Jun 2012 112000 mi US $30	Passenger front door trim "belt w/strip" replaced due to heat distortion.
Jul 2012 113000 mi	Electric power assisted steering intermittant. Known problem addressed by TSB.

Saturn ION in Pennsylvania, United States Jan 2008 - Apr 2008
Feb 2008 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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Saturn ION in Pennsylvania, United States Oct 2007 - Mar 2010
Nov 2007 49000 mi US $130	Sway bar bushings and endlink bushing were worn and caused clunking while driving over bumps and back-and-forth steering

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Saturn ION in Vermont, United States Apr 2009 - Mar 2010
May 2009 73000 mi US $35	Ignition switch was bad

Saturn ION in South Dakota, United States Oct 2009 - Jun 2013
May 2012 127700 mi US $800	Ignition system stopped working correctly Catalytic converter was damaged by ignition issue

Saturn ION in South Carolina, United States Jan 2012 - Jun 2016
Feb 2012 65800 mi US $128	Replaced shocks and spring seats
Apr 2012 68300 mi US $78	Radiator fan needed to be replaced.
Oct 2012 73000 mi US $100	Replaced Front Oxygen Sensor and coolant sensor

Saturn ION in Wisconsin, United States May 2008 - Mar 2010
Apr 2008 32000 mi	Had rear cigarette lighter unit replace (just quit working)
May 2008 32050 mi	Blower fan replaced, Sunroof Motor replaced
Jun 2008 33000 mi	Grinding noise shifting into 2nd gear. Mechanic says it's normal on Ions. I drove another Ion same day on their lot. Didn't make the noise. If this is normal, these Ions need to be recalled.

Saturn ION in New York, United States May 2007 - Sep 2014
Sep 2007 21705 mi	AC compressor seized causing belt breakage Dealer replaced compressor and belt under warranty
Aug 2008 28700 mi	Front control arm bushing fell loose from the control arm. Dealer replaced despite being out of warranty
Aug 2011 73000 mi US $93	Control Arm Bushing came loose from its mounting. Replaced control arm
Jun 2013 104000 mi US $75	Stabilizer bar links and bushings replaced due to rattling

Saturn ION in Arizona, United States Apr 2006 - Oct 2013
Feb 2006 20000 mi	noticed a knocking sound when turning. Suspension bushing was bad. Covered under warranty. Now, 6 months later, it is happening again.
May 2006 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.
Jul 2007 41 mi	Just got back from dealer, many repairs done. LF wheel bearing and hub assembly; suspension bushing (for the 3rd time); Intermediate steering shaft, insulator and clamp; concentric slave cylinder; alignment. All covered under extended warranty. Thank

Saturn ION in Ohio, United States Jan 2010 - Mar 2014
Nov 2012 130000 mi US $60	random multiple misfires. Replaced coil pack
Jun 2013 130000 mi US $60	Ignition cylinder failed. Key would not turn. Had to replace

Saturn ION in Michigan, United States - Dec 2006
Jun 2006 17000 mi	Gauges starting "lagging". Speedometer in particular. Also cruise control occasionally not working. ECU update fixed it.
Aug 2006 19000 mi	Window seal on passenger side went bad - window would not roll up properly into the door. Covered under warranty.
Dec 2006 23000 mi	Head was cracked on the motor. Check engine light tipped us off that something was wrong - but car ran pretty well like this for a year. It explained the mysterious dissapearing coolant. Warranty covered $1400 cost.

Saturn ION in Vermont, United States Jan 2010 - Jun 2012
Jul 2010 52000 mi US $600	Replaced sway bar links and wheel bearing - said wheel bearing was in the worst condition they'd ever seen. Rotors were entirely disintegrated piles of rust.

Saturn ION in Arizona, United States Sep 2010 - Dec 2012
Oct 2010 159000 mi US $300	noise from front suspension, replaced bushings and control arms and stabilizer links
Feb 2011 168000 mi US $20	Replaced thermostat

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Saturn ION in California, United States Apr 2006 - Jun 2022
Apr 2006 14000 mi	Ignition Switch Replacement, Car locked key in ignition, no start no electrical
Jul 2011 49000 mi US $236	I paid for the ignition switch replacement though it was replaced not 20,000 miles ago under warranty. The BTSI sensor [$400.00] was covered by GM as it had been replaced 20,000 miles before as well. Update: GM later refunded the rest.
Jul 2014 61200 mi	Recall ignition switch and cylinder. The 2011 repair lasted a little over a year and 3000 miles. I've been diddling a little tab under the steering wheel to get the key to release.
Feb 2016 65000 mi US $381	Bushing on sway bar went out again after less than 30,000 miles. 1st time was under warranty. 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
Jul 2018 69000 mi US $988	Fuel filler neck and vapor recovery system

Saturn ION in Maryland, United States Dec 2011 - Feb 2012
Jan 2012 US $580	Struts

Saturn ION in British Columbia, Canada Feb 2011 - Apr 2015
Jun 2011 112840 mi C $500	One front bearing changed.
Dec 2012 161200 mi C $600	Serviced Catalytic Converter

Saturn ION in Texas, United States May 2009 - Oct 2014
Sep 2013 124000 mi US $50	Replace spark plugs.

Saturn ION in Illinois, United States Mar 2010 - Mar 2015
May 2010 85000 mi US $90	Blinkers inoperative. Replaced wiring harness.
Jun 2011 94000 mi US $600	Swaybar links replaced on both sides.
Jun 2012 115000 mi US $85	Broken windshield wiper transmission.
Jul 2014 145800 mi US $150	Excessive noise at front driver side wheel.
Mar 2015 160000 mi US $250	Fuel line leak near rear driver-side tire. Found excessive corrosion on the line. Replaced with new lines.

Saturn ION in Texas, United States Jun 2013 - Aug 2013
Aug 2013 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.

Saturn ION in Illinois, United States May 2013 - Dec 2013
Jul 2013 75500 mi US $45	Bad oxygen sensor "upstream", means before catalytic converter. Replaced sensor. Had to replace both stabilizer links, and sway bar bushings.
Dec 2013 78000 mi	engine coolant light comes on. Needs new coolant surge tank.

Saturn ION in New Mexico, United States Aug 2015 - Jun 2018
Aug 2016 90000 mi US $890	replaced shocks and struts
Sep 2016 91000 mi US $475	ignition switch lock cylinder replaced during GM recall failed (key will not turn). Found dealer recall 'repair' damaged switch housing to where lock cylinder replacement ineffective, need to replace the entire switch and housing
Jan 2018 102000 mi US $320	Engine light, code 102; thermostat replacement

Saturn ION in Georgia, United States Feb 2013 - Apr 2014
Mar 2013 129000 mi	Would not start in extreme cold. Disconnected white wire from pass-lock system. It now cranks EVERY freezing morning!
Mar 2014 147000 mi US $300	replaced icm and coil

Saturn ION in Pennsylvania, United States Jun 2010 - Jun 2011
Aug 2010 70000 mi US $100	Replaced lower control arm bushings, stabilizer end links and bushings by myself

Saturn ION in Pennsylvania, United States May 2009 - Mar 2013
Apr 2010 59000 mi US $150	p0455 error, can't solve it, put new gas caps still happens. can't find parts that need attention on the car, don't know where to look
Feb 2011 70000 mi US $291	emissions problems suspension problem
Mar 2011 70000 mi US $106	transmission lines leaking
Dec 2011 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.
Oct 2012 92500 mi US $10	cruise control, replaced the up-down switch. it works now.

Saturn ION in Quebec, Canada Sep 2012 - Mar 2017
May 2013 52080 mi C $529	New tire installation
Feb 2014 54660 mi C $35	Does not start, Passlock lignt and other lights flashing.
Aug 2015 57660 mi C $115	Replace Right front Sway bar link
Feb 2016 58480 mi C $50	HVAC Blower fan stop working in low and medium speed. High speed is working. rnReplaced HVAC Blower motor Resistor.
Nov 2016 60240 mi C $125	Replace front Left Wheel Bearing. Replace rear brake cylinder(Right and left).

Saturn ION in Pennsylvania, United States Feb 2010 - Jun 2018
Apr 2010 59000 mi	Took car in for yearly PA. state inspection. Car would not pass state emissions test due to bad gas cap. Dealer service replaced gas cap.
May 2011 64300 mi US $70	Replaced clips that held driver side window to power window track ..took to local glass shop
Jun 2011 65000 mi US $200	Both rear shocks replaced after I noticed one was leaking..car does not bounce so much going over rough roads
Apr 2012 71500 mi US $400	replaced rear drum brake cylinders
Oct 2012 75000 mi US $8	Car was running a tiny bit hot according to temp gauge. Checked to find upper radiator hose was collapsing due to negative pressure in cooling system. Replaced screw on cap on overflow reservoir. Problem solved.
Mar 2013 79000 mi US $262	Replaced both front stabilizer link bars as the y were worn and loose. front end noise going over bumps stopped had both rear shocks replaced as rear end bounced a lot
May 2013 81000 mi US $326	front right wheel bearing was replaced as it was noisy
Feb 2015 93000 mi US $150	Both rear shocks replaced for Pennsylvania state inspection due to leaks.
Nov 2015 99000 mi US $65	Replaced both front end Mcpherson struts and coils Replaced the coolant recovery tank and hose engine supply hose from the tank to the engine. Old one was leaking from the bottom near the sensor. New one came with sensor and cap.
Sep 2016 107000 mi US $174	One of the trunk lid torsion bars that hold up the deck lid when opened snapped on its own. I had to replace both the torsion bars as they work as a set. trunk/deck lid now is able to stay in the open position....
Mar 2017 113000 mi US $266	Emission light on dash was related to a faulty valve from gas tank that traps and hold fumes. Valve replaced and light cleared.

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Saturn ION in California, United States Jun 2009 - Aug 2012
Jul 2009 63000 mi US $100	Slow coolant leak. Dealer replaced water pump.
Oct 2009 75000 mi	Cat convertor flex pipe cracked. Replaced under Federal Emmissions requirement
Dec 2009 80000 mi US $550	Replaced struts shocks
Dec 2011 115000 mi US $300	Crankshaft position sensor failure
Feb 2012 118000 mi US $680	Check engine light was still on after I replaced the crankshaft position sensor myself. Code said I needed to do a CASE relearn. The dealer also found another code indicating the coolant temp was too low. Also replace a failing thermostat.

Saturn ION in Michigan, United States Sep 2016 - Mar 2018
Jan 2017 97000 mi US $1400	fuel and return line replaced - rusted from factory heat shield holding water
Oct 2017 101000 mi US $1000	front bearings replaced
Mar 2018 106000 mi US $88	replaced water pump

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Saturn ION in Ohio, United States - Apr 2007
Apr 2007	I seem to be have a stupid little problem with my gas caps. I am on my third and they keep going bad! I have replaced 2, at a whopping $26 each.

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Saturn ION in California, United States Aug 2013 - Sep 2013
Sep 2013 36000 mi US $1100	Clunking noise from front suspension. Shop diagnosed as needing a new steering yoke. Battery would not hold a charge. Replaced battery.

Saturn ION in Arizona, United States Mar 2004 - Jun 2012
Dec 2004 50 mi	brake light switch adjusted by dealer
Jul 2007 30000 mi	ignition lock cylinder replaced under warranty

Saturn ION in Kentucky, United States Jan 2014 - Dec 2014
Dec 2014 44000 mi	Fuel injector line came loose / or electrical ignition cause a fire. Car was a total loss due to fire.

Saturn ION in Tennessee, United States Aug 2010 - Dec 2011
Sep 2010 48000 mi US $50	Replaced solenoid switch, auto transaxle park/neutral position to fix BTSI system.

Saturn ION in New Jersey, United States Aug 2009 - Apr 2011
Apr 2011 85000 mi	Shocks, Struts, Break Pads and Rotors.

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Saturn ION in New Jersey, United States Dec 2008 - Mar 2010
Jan 2009 56000 mi US $30	Ignition switch defective. Car would not start in cold weather.

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Saturn ION in New York, United States Mar 2008 - Mar 2011
Feb 2010 223300 mi US $160	Mechanism of left windshield wiper was replaced
Oct 2010 242000 mi US $110	Sway bar links had to be replaced replaced alternator clutch pedal replaced

Saturn ION in New York, United States Feb 2008 - Apr 2008
Mar 2008 53000 mi US $340	Ignition control module and coil pack shorted, causing car to misfire under a load. Replaced driver and passenger side wheel bearing/hub assy.

Saturn ION in Missouri, United States Aug 2011 - Sep 2011
Sep 2011 117500 mi US $110	Replaced water pump, thermostat, seals/gaskets, and coolant. Water pump replacement requires specialized tool for removal and install (difficult to obtain). Replaced water pump, thermostat, seals/gaskets, and coolant. Water pump replacement requires specialized tool for removal and install (difficult to obtain).

Saturn ION in Illinois, United States Feb 2008 - Mar 2010
Jul 2008 63000 mi US $380	Humming noise at speed, wheel bearing bad.

Saturn ION in Michigan, United States Apr 2011 - Apr 2016
May 2011 85000 mi	sway bar links-replaced with moog greasable units
Jun 2011 86000 mi US $482	ignition switch would not go to start position. replaced lock cyc and housing it goes into. also could not get steering wheel off so they had to get a new one.
May 2014 107000 mi US $280	wiper transmission needed replaced

Saturn ION in Ontario, Canada Dec 2010 - Oct 2011
Feb 2011 77500 mi C $22	I had the "infamous" no start when the weather was cold. I just recently bought this car and did the research for this issue. It only cost me $22 for a new ignition switch ordered online!!! The repair was easy.
Jun 2011 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.

Saturn ION in Pennsylvania, United States Sep 2011 - Oct 2011
Oct 2011 101000 mi US $2000	This was the SECOND time the trans went!

Saturn ION in Nevada, United States Sep 2010 - Jun 2011
Nov 2010 157400 mi US $51	Rear shocks replaced Replaced A/C connector that melted. Replaced sunroof switch, trunk remote switch. Replaced ignition switch. Replaced driver's side mirror and windshield mounted rear view mirror. Replaced A/C connector that melted, replaced sunroof switch, trunk remote switch, and ignition switch Replaced driver's side mirror and windshield mounted rear view mirror

Saturn ION in Texas, United States Jun 2014 - Apr 2015
Jun 2014 226000 mi US $223	Batt warning light. Tested battery, ok. Bench tested alternator, failed test. Replaced alternator and serpentine belt.
Jul 2014 227000 mi US $400	Heard growling from right front that increased witn speed. Removed wheel, spun bearing by hand. Grittiness and noise confirmed failure. Replaced both sides.
Apr 2015 245000 mi US $117	Starter failed. Checked all fuses, relays, neutral safety switch. Replaced starter.

Saturn ION in Maine, United States Oct 2010 - Jun 2011
Dec 2010 70000 mi US $496	to pass state inspection - front linkage replacement & rear shocks; regular maintenance oil/lube, winterization - fluids & windshield wipers; recent previous repair - transmission serviced for gear slipping & new front tires
Jan 2011	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

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Saturn ION in Virginia, United States Apr 2010 - Jun 2011
May 2010 145000 mi US $400	Clutch Pedal broke in half

Saturn ION in New York, United States Apr 2011 - Mar 2014
Jan 2013 114000 mi US $450	Battery failed. Car would not start without a jump then finally would not start at all. Also catalytic converter failed and had to replce. Had to replace battery also.
Feb 2013 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.

Saturn ION in Texas, United States Apr 2010 - Nov 2016
Jul 2011 72000 mi US $365	Piece of housing around radiator fan broke off and caused damage to fan. Cause of severe rattling and noise. If left as is the damage would have worsen and lead to major radiator damage.
Feb 2014 107000 mi US $2100	Had 4 shocks replaced 4 struts replaced and 4 bushings replaced. Also had the headlights cleaned/buffed.
Jun 2014 112000 mi US $80	Check engine light. Repair shop forgot to put oil cap back on.

Saturn ION in Pennsylvania, United States Jun 2015 - Jul 2017
Apr 2017 145000 mi US $100	Exhaust repair. Quick welding, roughly $100.

Saturn ION in Indiana, United States Jun 2015 - Jun 2018
May 2016 60300 mi US $60	Low Coolant Light stays lite even though there is plenty of coolant. Replaced coolant reservoir tank with built in coolant level sensor. Coolant still stays on.
Jul 2017 65500 mi US $511	Replace shoes, drums, flush brake fluid system
Mar 2018 68200 mi US $500	Stabilizer bar and bushings repaired/replaced

Saturn ION in Maryland, United States Apr 2017 - Apr 2017
Jan 2017 115000 mi US $150	Engine was running poorly, after diagnostics I learned it has developed low compression.

Saturn ION in Pennsylvania, United States May 2009 - Mar 2010
Jun 2009 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.

Saturn ION in Minnesota, United States Jun 2012 - Jul 2014
May 2013 75000 mi US $47	Coolant level sensor went bad. Had to replace coolant reserve tank that includes sensor in it.
Jul 2014 88000 mi	Power window hasn't worked since March.

Saturn ION in Michigan, United States Mar 2017 - Apr 2017
Apr 2017 124000 mi US $1300	Timing belt broke.

Saturn ION in Florida, United States Apr 2013 - Sep 2017
Jul 2013 133000 mi	Sway bar link, control arms and steering end links

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Saturn ION in Michigan, United States Apr 2009 - Dec 2012
Sep 2010 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
Dec 2010 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.

Saturn ION in Tennessee, United States Feb 2008 - Jun 2022
Mar 2010 76000 mi	Saturn had sent me a notice of possible issues with the catalytic converter on my Redline. I had had some of the symptoms that they mentioned. ie SES light comes on for no reason in cold weather. Sometimes a loss of power in cold weather.
Jan 2012 95000 mi US $100	I had a clunking noise coming from the front end of the car. I replaced the swaybar bushings and endlinks. The endlinks were probably fine I figured I'll have them off might as well replace them also. Car runs much better now. On really cold days the car would not start. From visiting saturnfans.com I found the problem was the ignition switch setting off the security mode. Bought replacement switch and installed easily. No problems since.
Jun 2014 119000 mi US $430	The crankshaft positional sensor started to go bad. It would sometimes cause the car to take multiple attempts to start. It never did leave me stranded though.
Apr 2015 127500 mi	Coolant sensor went bad. Replaced the coolant reservoir and that fixed the issue.
Mar 2018 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.

Saturn ION in Nevada, United States Jun 2014 - Nov 2014
Jul 2014 115300 mi	Ignition recall

Saturn ION in Ohio, United States Sep 2009 - Jun 2015
Mar 2010 65000 mi	Flex pipe failed. Covered under 8/80 catalytic converter warranty.

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Saturn ION in Texas, United States Feb 2004 - May 2008
Jan 2004 800 mi	Warranty repair of fuel filler hose.
Apr 2004 2000 mi	Warranty recall fuel filter replacement.

Saturn ION in Arizona, United States Apr 2009 - Sep 2016
Jun 2009 58000 mi US $540	Air conditioner quit blowing cold air when car stopped or idle. Replaced radiator fan.
Sep 2009 60000 mi US $250	New shock absorbers for rear of car.
Oct 2009 61000 mi US $700	Got new struts and shocks for front of the car.
Oct 2011 83000 mi US $213	Car made shuddering, stuttering noise in the area of left front tire when braking or getting up above 60mph. The shop corrected the problem (somewhat) by tightening [something]. Complete correction would cost 1000+; they advised waiting.
Nov 2012 95100 mi US $800	Leak from cracked engine block.
Aug 2013 102700 mi US $750	Engine Block Cracked
Sep 2016 134000 mi	Glitchy transmission, couldn't acceleration above 35 mph, start-and-stop behavior

Saturn ION in Illinois, United States Dec 2009 - Jun 2011
Jan 2010 57000 mi US $600	front bushings and 60,000 check

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Saturn ION in Pennsylvania, United States Jul 2006 - Apr 2012
Apr 2006 42 mi US $110	Replaced left rear shock absorber
Feb 2012 181600 mi US $188	Replaced alternator and drive belt

Saturn ION in Nebraska, United States Feb 2007 - Jun 2011
Feb 2007 62677 mi	Replace back-up light switch-warranty
Apr 2008 75000 mi US $180	Passkey system failure, seems to be common on these vehicle.
Aug 2008 79000 mi US $224	Windshield speckled and sandblasted causing difficulty at night with glare from oncoming traffic.
Dec 2008 81800 mi US $150	Replace windshield wiper drive assy due to breaking during ice accumulation
Feb 2009 82500 mi US $12	Replace headlamp bulb
Mar 2010 94000 mi US $325	Electronic ignition failure totally disabled vehicle requiring tow to shop and replacement of ignition control module. Replaced engine management computer. Car died and had to be towed to shop.
Apr 2010 95000 mi US $550	Replaced cat converter and O2 sensors after reading codes that indicated system had failed. Found converter core loose and blocked, O2 sensor bad.
Apr 2011 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
May 2011 104000 mi US $200	Determined radio output making it to body connector, determined wiring shorting in right door. Repaired wires, repaired radio malfunction.

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Saturn ION in Minnesota, United States Feb 2011 - Jan 2012
Dec 2011 84000 mi US $25	Replaced gas cap - threading was broken

Saturn ION in Quebec, Canada - Mar 2006
Feb 2005 6510 mi	head suspension, bushing change on garanty
Mar 2006 13020 mi	rear suspension, bushing change on garanty

Saturn ION in California, United States May 2016 - Jun 2018
Dec 2017 129000 mi	Just briefly looked at engine, since I had noticed an oil leak, need to take it into the shop for repair but for now it's a very slow leak that looks like it's coming from the valve cover.
May 2018 135000 mi US $90	Oil leak from back near water pump, Mechanic said it would be best to replace water pump at same time. Rough estimate of work was $1200, since leak is still really slow, (I haven't had to put oil in between oil changes) I decided to not have repair done yet.

Saturn ION in Michigan, United States Jan 2009 - May 2012
Feb 2009 34000 mi US $75	Replaced Swing Arm Bushing.
Aug 2009 41000 mi	Sway bar bushings went bad

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Saturn ION in Connecticut, United States Oct 2008 - Mar 2010
Nov 2008 64000 mi US $150	Front Sway Bar Links

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Saturn ION in New York, United States Aug 2011 - Jun 2018
Jan 2015 US $612	Fuel Line leak just in front of Left Rear Tire , 2004 Saturn had a recall GM# 04053 for Fuel Line LeaK; but GM will not cover 2003 Saturn
Apr 2017 148000 mi US $560	Radiator was leaking < also replaced Upper/Lower hoses with Radiator
Apr 2018 148768 mi US $1284	replaced alternator

Saturn ION in Maryland, United States Aug 2017 - Aug 2017
Aug 2017 149000 mi US $250	Windshield wiper transmission replacement. This was the second time needed for this car. It appears to need a new one every 50K.

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Saturn ION in Idaho, United States Dec 2011 - Jul 2013
Apr 2013 110500 mi US $40	Replaced spark plugs and fuel filter. Both were very worn. Noticed immediate performance improvement.

Saturn ION in Ontario, Canada Nov 2011 - Mar 2018
Jan 2012 42400 mi C $470	The flex pipe was leaking that had been replaced two years ago. The cat converter along with flex pipe from Walker was changed. I supplied this part and gaskets, labor was $120 and parts $350.
Jun 2014 52080 mi C $350	Front wheel bearings noisy
Nov 2014 53100 mi C $150	the rattle in the exhaust system was resolved by removing part of the heat shield.
Mar 2015 53940 mi C $200	Loud noise in front end on bumps. Rear end bounce on bumps
Dec 2015 55800 mi C $70	Starter replaced due to disengaguement problem

Saturn ION in Quebec, Canada Jan 2010 - Aug 2010
Mar 2010 68200 mi C $450	Stabilizer link replaced.

Saturn ION in California, United States Sep 2013 - Sep 2014
Jul 2014 203800 mi	Alternator replaced

Saturn ION in Connecticut, United States Nov 2008 - Jun 2011
Oct 2008 109000 mi US $740	original FW bearings replaced
Dec 2008 110000 mi	Passlock problem, dealer offered free repair upon $50 deductible = rejected. Other repair the same day original FW bearings replaced !!760$(tax incl).

Saturn ION in Pennsylvania, United States Mar 2014 - Jan 2018
Jul 2014 166300 mi US $1000	Replace passenger axle, leaking rotted fuel lines leaking fuel, replaced
Jan 2018 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.

Saturn ION in Michigan, United States Sep 2015 - Jun 2018
Oct 2016 181200 mi US $50	Had to replace Heating and AC control panel from the dash.

Saturn ION in California, United States Feb 2009 - Oct 2015
Aug 2009 107000 mi	Suspension Noise most likely sway bar bushing and end links.
Jan 2012 142000 mi US $70	Changed drivers side CV Joint due to bad popping. Problem is solved. Also replaced control arm bushings.
Jan 2013 155800 mi US $500	Manual transmission internal transmission burned up due to slight transmission leak. Driver side wheel bearing was replaced because noise/vibration/and too much free-play.
Aug 2013 157400 mi US $300	Replaced clunking Drivers side CV axle. Replaced Wheel bearing due to noise.
Jun 2014 166000 mi US $350	Replaced tie rod ends, ball joints, sway bar bushings, end-links. Replaced clogged fuel injector and seals.

Saturn ION in Florida, United States Jul 2010 - Jul 2014
Sep 2010 88000 mi US $146	Radiator fan had cracks in it. Had it replaced with a larger after market fan kit.
Dec 2010 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
Jul 2014 104000 mi	Door locks not working properly

Saturn ION in Delaware, United States Feb 2010 - Jun 2016
Sep 2010 109000 mi US $490	Lower control arm bushings worn - car had made clunking, squeaking noises for some time.
Jul 2012 121300 mi US $600	Replaced struts and shocks after 9 1/2 years. No complaints

Saturn ION in Colorado, United States Apr 2016 - Jun 2017
Jun 2017 200000 mi US $150	Windshield wiper linkage assembly had to be replaced.

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Saturn ION in Michigan, United States Jan 2009 - Jun 2010
Feb 2009 58000 mi US $300	Door panel was loose at the bottom of the door frame
Dec 2009 64000 mi US $580	REPLACED FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS

Saturn ION in Massachusetts, United States Oct 2005 - Jun 2017
Apr 2005 29517 mi	Replace right front wheel bearing hub assembly, and reprogram transmission.Under warranty.
Dec 2007 69575 mi US $188	Replace broken left side windshield wiper assembly and motor.
Feb 2009 85400 mi US $8	Replace windshield wiper blades. Check for wind noise coming from the outside of the car. Not found at this time.
Jun 2009 96759 mi US $100	Had the car checked at my repair shop for wind noise. It was not mechanical. Took the car to my auto body shop. The problem was the roof rails. Had to remove front roof rails on both sides. So now the noise is gone but the car doesn't look good.
Dec 2009 100991 mi US $160	Replace ignition switch. Car would not start because of not reading key code. Yellow theft light on.
Oct 2010 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.
May 2012 135000 mi US $282	Replace right front wheel bearing assembly.
Dec 2013 156000 mi US $270	Replace gas line and filter,repair exhaust leak.
Oct 2014 164960 mi US $563	Replaced middle exhaust pipe as it was leaking. Replace both front struts,shocks and two new tires.
Dec 2014 166000 mi US $773	Had to replace shocks and struts.
Jun 2016 181000 mi US $539	Replace Tie Rod on left side.
Oct 2016 183300 mi US $187	Replace sway bar.

Saturn ION in Arizona, United States Oct 2008 - Mar 2010
Feb 2008 51500 mi US $500	Front wheel hub bearings each had to be replaced, which I did myself for parts cost. I also replaced brake pads, rotors were OK so I left them alone.
Jun 2008 55000 mi US $195	AC would not blow cold air. Replaced blower fan, was not the problem. Replaced AC control head, ($45), problem remedied.
Jan 2009 65000 mi US $230	Ignition switch replaced, starter is in bad shape and will require replacement soon

Saturn ION in Florida, United States Apr 2009 - Mar 2010
May 2009 90000 mi US $150	needed new ignition switch, fixed by owner, needed cleaning.

Saturn ION in Colorado, United States Oct 2007 - Dec 2009
Jun 2007 64000 mi US $650	Calipers, Pads, Turn the Rotors, New Brake Fluid
Jan 2008 70500 mi	Ignition Switch, covered by extended warranty
Jul 2008 78300 mi US $550	Oxygen Sensor and Oil Change
Jul 2009 92000 mi US $1000	Struts needed to be replaced. Replaced radiator hoses.
Dec 2009 94000 mi US $750	Transmission was building up pressure and forcing the car to "bang loudly" when downshifting... Dealer replaced fluid and reflashed transmission. After a week problem still occured. Dealer suggested replacing valve body or rebuilding the trans.

Saturn ION in Virginia, United States Oct 2004 - Nov 2018
Aug 2004 5799 mi	Transmission slipping in 2nd gear. Dealer recalibrated. However, issue never completely disappeared.
May 2005 20373 mi	Daytime running lamp/turn signal bulbs were replaced due to manufacturer recall.
Jun 2006 29481 mi US $405	Alignment due to uneven wear on tires.
Feb 2008 51647 mi US $69	Driver sunvisor wouldn't stay up, had to be replaced.
Feb 2009 61406 mi US $46	1st problem with no-start issue. Passlock light & service engine message. Took to dealer, diagnosed but unable to replicate problem.
Dec 2009 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.
Jun 2011 78764 mi US $135	Bulb in the instrument panel burned out & was replaced.
Feb 2012 82500 mi US $345	Wiper transmission failed & was replaced.
Nov 2012 89156 mi US $573	Passlock would randomly fail, refusing to recognize my key & preventing the car from starting in 15 minute blocks, sometimes several times in a row. Ignition switch was replaced at my request based on my own research into this issue. Passlock would randomly fail, refusing to recognize my key & preventing the car from starting in 15 minute blocks, sometimes several times in a row. Ignition switch was replaced at my request based on my own research into this issue. Headlight housing had to be reconditioned.
Jun 2013 92000 mi US $798	Wheel bearings went bad. The front hub assemblies had to be replaced.

Saturn ION in New York, United States - Mar 2007
Mar 2007 35000 mi	Went in for 3000 mile oil change, needed new bushings and tires due to a bubble

Saturn ION in Connecticut, United States Aug 2017 - Mar 2018
Jul 2017 53000 mi US $1800	transmission replaced, because not shifting properly, Still did not shift properly after replacement.

Saturn ION in Alabama, United States Nov 2014 - Jun 2018
Jan 2015 136000 mi US $70	alternator replaced. belt replaced. suspension clunking on bumps. swaybar bushings and end links replaced with Moog parts.
Feb 2015 136000 mi US $90	ball joint rubber boot torn. replaced both control arms.
Apr 2015 136000 mi US $45	intermittent no start. only solenoid click. starter removed and rebuilt. probably bad solenoid.
Jun 2015 136000 mi	key stuck in ignition due to faulty transmission switch. covered by extended warranty.
Aug 2015 137100 mi	check engine light for O2 sensor. code deleted, didn't reappear.
Sep 2015 137000 mi	check engine light for vacuum leak. code deleted, didn't reappear.
Dec 2015 140000 mi US $50	Noise on start. Timing chain tensioner replaced. Noise still there.
Apr 2016 142200 mi	Water in trunk. Rubber plug missing on left side. Air vent sealed with sealant. CV boot leaking. Sealed with tape and zip ties.
Jun 2016 143000 mi US $30	O2 sensor light. Sensor replaced.
Mar 2018 159000 mi	Water leak into trunk. Tried to patch it up with little results. Vibrations. Had to replace pads and rotors.

Saturn ION in Maryland, United States Oct 2013 - Oct 2015
Oct 2015 350000 mi US $700	every 100K new tie rods, control arms, bushings... 4 set.

Saturn ION in Pennsylvania, United States Mar 2010 - Oct 2010
Oct 2010 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.

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Saturn ION in Ohio, United States Mar 2010 - Jun 2011
Apr 2010 57000 mi US $278	coolant display indicator problem, comes on and goes off randomly.
May 2010 57800 mi US $1200	Once the car is put into park the idle will jump up up to 4000 RPMS and held there.
Sep 2010 62000 mi US $1800	Car will idle 1000 RPMS, then jump up up to 4000 RPMS and stay there until car was turned off by key.

Saturn ION in New Jersey, United States Oct 2009 - Dec 2015
Jul 2010 70000 mi US $890	Loud growling noise. Replaced both front wheel hub bearings. Loud growling noise. Replaced both front wheel hub bearings.
Aug 2010 71000 mi US $2300	replaced CVT due to P0700 DTC replaced CVT due to P0700 DTC
Sep 2010 72150 mi US $3000	Found antifreeze leaked into cylinder #4 spark plug cavity. Cylinder head cracked. Replaced with a rebuilt unit. Found antifreeze leaked into cylinder #4 spark plug cavity. Cylinder head cracked. Replaced with a rebuilt unit.
Oct 2010 73000 mi US $55	replaced both rear shocks due to worn out original units.
Jun 2011 83000 mi US $225	found crack in fuel line between fuel filter and engine. mechanic replaced the rusted sections with a comparable brake line tubing.
Dec 2011 88000 mi US $70	Heard some clunking noise from front end. Replaced both side Stabilizer End Links.
Feb 2012 89000 mi US $110	Loud clunking noise from front end when it ran over potholes. Replaced front stabilizer bar bushings.
Sep 2012 99000 mi US $250	The familiar front wheel hub bearing noise occurred. The previous pair that Firestone had installed only lasted two years. This time, I refused to pay Firestone another ripoff $875 and replaced them myself. It went smooth and I saved $625.
Jan 2014 112600 mi US $326	CVT fluid leaks. Dealer replaced transmission output shaft seal. CVT fluid leaks. Dealer replaced transmission output shaft seal.
Mar 2014 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.

Saturn ION in Texas, United States Nov 2009 - Sep 2010
Dec 2009 107000 mi US $374	I replaced the front struts and rear shocks due to the banging on the floor board caused by the traction bar.
Sep 2010 118000 mi	Very high rpm at times, put it in neutral and sometimes shut it off to stabilize. Check engine light a couple of times, code pointed to the throttle advance sensor. Twice bought sensor and found it didn't fit engine. Not fixed when totaled.

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Saturn ION in Delaware, United States Oct 2008 - Sep 2011
Jan 2008 118000 mi US $85	Engine had slight chatter to it. Valves were cleaned and one spark plug replaced.
Feb 2008 127000 mi US $50	Driver's side door lock fell into the door. Charge approx, had other routine maint. done at same time. Roughly 1/2 to 3/4 hour labor.
Dec 2008 152000 mi US $80	Hood latch broke from cable. Cable replaced and latch lubricated. Latch was a problem ever since replacement from front end accident. Not OEM problem.
Mar 2009 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.
Apr 2009 165000 mi US $5	Driver's door jam switch replaced. Self repair. 15 minutes and a $5 part.
Jul 2009 169000 mi	Alternator replaced.

Saturn ION in Nebraska, United States Sep 2014 - Jan 2016
Sep 2014 158000 mi US $800	Radiator fan did broke down and internal temp gauge broke
Jan 2016 US $125	Engine flooded

Saturn ION in Michigan, United States Nov 2010 - May 2017
Jan 2011 82000 mi US $200	driver side wiper transmission needed to be replaced.
Mar 2011 52000 mi US $200	O2 sensor and another sensor.
Nov 2011 60500 mi US $204	Sway bar replacement (2)
Dec 2012 67000 mi US $1400	Typical issue with Ions.

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Saturn ION repairs by problem area

Saturn ION repair cost distribution

2007 Saturn ION

2007 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan

2007 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan

2007 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan

2007 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan

2007 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe

2007 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe

2007 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe

2007 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe

2007 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe

2006 Saturn ION

2006 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan

2006 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan

2006 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan

2006 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan

2006 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe

2006 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe

2006 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe

2006 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe

2006 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe

2006 Saturn ION 2-door

2005 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan

2005 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan

2005 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe

2005 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe

2005 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe

2004 Saturn ION

2004 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan

2004 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan

2004 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe

2004 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe

2004 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe

2004 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe

2003 Saturn ION

2003 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan

2003 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan

2003 Saturn ION 4dr Sedan

2003 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe

2003 Saturn ION 4dr Coupe

Saturn ION Repair Histories