2003-2004 Saturn Ion recall: power window devices and controls

General Motors Corp. reported this safety recall on January 5, 2004. It covers about 79,204 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 79,204
reported: Jan 5, 2004
owners notified: Dec 30, 2003
related complaints: 58

Visibility: power window devices and controls

What is wrong: Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 118, "power-operated window, partition, and roof panel systems." the power windows and/or sunroof may be operable after the ignition has been turned to the "off" position and the front passenger door is opened.
Risk: If unsupervised children are left unattended in the vehicle and operate the power windows or sunroof, there is an increased risk of injury to the child.
Remedy: Dealers will upgrade the body control module (bcm) calibration. Owner notification began on december 30, 2003. Owners should contact saturn at 1‑800‑972‑8876.

Recall number 04V004000

Affected vehicles

Saturn Ion 2003-2004 2003 2004

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 58 complaints about visibility problems.

2003 Saturn Ion 2004 Saturn Ion

Questions about recall 04V004000

Is there a recall on the 2003-2004 Saturn Ion power window devices and controls?

Yes. Recall 04V004000, reported on January 5, 2004, covers about 79,204 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 04V004000?

Dealers will upgrade the body control module (bcm) calibration. 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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