2003-2004 Saturn Ion recall: fuel system, gasoline

General Motors Corp. reported this safety recall on January 5, 2004. It covers about 127,285 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 127,285
reported: Jan 5, 2004
owners notified: Dec 30, 2003
related complaints: 86

Fuel system, gasoline

What is wrong: Certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2.2l 4-cylinder (l61) engines were built with a fuel filter that could corrode prematurely on the exterior surface.
Risk: If corrosion on the exterior surface of the fuel filter progresses to the point of creating a hole in the shell, fuel droplets could form and drop to the ground. If an ignition source is present, a fire could result.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel filter assembly. Owner notification began on december 30, 2003. Owners should contact saturn at 1‑800‑972‑8876.

Recall number 04V003000

Affected vehicles

Saturn Ion 2003-2004 2003 2004

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 86 complaints about fuel system problems.

2003 Saturn Ion 2004 Saturn Ion

Questions about recall 04V003000

Is there a recall on the 2003-2004 Saturn Ion fuel system, gasoline?

Yes. Recall 04V003000, reported on January 5, 2004, covers about 127,285 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 04V003000?

Dealers will replace the fuel filter assembly. Owner notification began on december 30, 2003. Owners should contact saturn at 1‑800‑972‑8876.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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