**the other affected part was speed control.... Aside of the current recall issue having been a problem since I purchased the vehicle in 2005 (which has "been repaired"-I guess so if you call repaired the car trying to start itself, not starting at all, current PCM overload thanks to soo many negative codes being thrown for this worthless piece of junk.) I have filed numerous complaints with the dealership about the throttle body and am constantly and consistently provided the same answer and it is becoming a big problem. You see this car has left me stranded numerous times (to the point where I cannot keep count any longer) because the throttle body is trash. Not one but two check engines lights appear on the dash, the car shakes (literally to the point where it feels like every plastic panel is going to fall off), I cannot travel any higher than approx. 10mph and have to pull over, turn the car off (keys of course become stuck in the ignition due to the faulty switch) and wait until my car is then ready to start and the throttle body wants to operate as it should. I am now filing this complaint as the most recent codes pulling are once again the throttle body and the now the PCM. This part needs to be added to recent recalls. It is not safe to be traveling at 45mph or higher, then the vehicle shuts down and lowers speed to 10mph or less-esp. If you have no where to pull over safely (yes, this has happened to me on more than once.) I have my car back from the recall the car to still wont start, tries to turn itself over & keeps my keys stuck in the ignition. My steering column has been busted open on the bottom in order to release the keys which is ridiculous yet my car is still not functional due to other faulty, crap, junk, trash (whatever you would prefer to list them as in this documentation) parts that I will most likely be expected to pay for yet again.
2005 Saturn Ion engine complaints
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2005 saturn ion. Consumer writes in regards to several recall defects and requests reimbursement for vehicle repairs. *smd the consumer stated the vehicle broke down and had to be towed to the nearest repair factuality, where there kept the vehicle for over two months. After the vehicle was returned, the problems continued. The engine light was on and there was a problem with the ignition switch. Also, the engine vales, timing chain and sway bar links were replaced.
I've made reports of faulty switch ignition problems in 2010 to gm the replaced it with another and I still had issues with it. I also had issues with my windshield wipers which I ended up replacing after I was told they were not at fault. I've been having problems starting the car or either it would cut off while driving and cause problems for me to restart it. I recently took it to a dealership to have the recall issue fixed but I was informed that other issues also occurred and gm refused to fix.
On april 28, I called a dealer in syracuse, ny about getting the recalled ignition switch replaced. Called last week about it. They still haven't ordered it. Three weeks ago I called another dealership, davidsons in watertown, ny. Still haven't been contacted by either of these. How long should we have to wait to get this dangerous situation resolved..
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 saturn ion. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the driver made a sudden turn when the engine stalled and caused a loss of steering control. The driver then traveled down and crashed into an embankment. There were no injuries and a police report was filed at the scene. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 165,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 saturn ion. The contact stated that while turning at approximately 20 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the failure was experienced multiple times. The vehicle has not been repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 200,000.
My car constantly does not start. Also, when I go over speed bumps or hit pot holes my car will turn off.
My daughter was driving to work through a wintry mix precipitation when she lost control, was turned to the right into a guardrail, which heavily damaged the front end and caused her to spin coming to a stop on the road. The damage seems like it should have caused airbag deployment, but the airbag did not, and she struck her head on the steering wheel. She felt as though she hit a patch of slush that pushed her to the right. The vehicle is a total loss and in custody of my insurer. The following day I received in the mail the gm recall 14063 (14v‑047). My concern is that is failure of the ignition switch, causing the engine to stop turning and the airbag to disable could have caused the loss of control, and the subsequent minor neck injury, and the total loss of an otherwise sound vehicle. My insurer was given the recall information and after review decided I should move forward with a claim against the manufacturer, and this avenue is detailed on page two of my recall mailing. Thank you.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 saturn ion. The contact stated that the vehicle suddenly stalled while traveling various speeds. The contact also stated that upon inspection, it was found that the control arms and bushings needed to be replaced. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the failure was confirmed. The stalling issue was not diagnosed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was not available. Updated 06/10/14*lj the consumer stated the vehicle shut off multiple times in 2006. In 2007, the ignition cylinder binded up, engine light illuminated, headlights dimmed,and front end issues. In 2008, all 4 fuel injectors were replaced, noise came from the front end, and front passenger window would not roll up. Replaced both front end sway bushings, insulator and/or front stabilizer shaft a. In 2010, again there was noise coming from the front end. Both left and right hub assemblies, lower control arms and bushings were replaced. In 2013, there was a gas leak. Updated 06/17/2014
When I was pulling out of the parking lot of my job there is a slight dip in the road when exiting the parking lot on to the street and as I was pulling out making a right turn and I went over the bump and my car shut off and I was not aware it had shut off until I was almost at a complete stop. That was the very first time it happen, it shuts off almost every time I hit a bump.
On october 31, and november 1 of 2013 I was traveling approximately 40 MPH and in nearly the same spot the saturn lost complete power and died. Both times I was able to get off the road. After the second incident we had it towed to a garage where they replaced the battery. I did not drive it again and currently it is in storage as I purchased a new car. I drive 350 miles a week to work and need dependable transportation. When the recall came out we realized we may have had trouble with the ignition switch for up to 2 years. There would be times we would shut the car off but would be unable to take the key out. It would take up to a minute before clicking and we could remove the key. That was when it was in the off position.
We bought our 2005 saturn ion used sept. 4, 2012,(87,812) before even could take off lot they had to install an ignition cylinder and cut new key, and the throttle was stuck could press all the way to floor, and would only get up to about 20mph. This was also fixed. (or so we thought). Since our purchase, we still have trouble with the key getting stuck, it not turning off with car still running, or the car won't start, it happens so much that our daughter who drives it just figures that's they way it's suppose to be, because when take back to dealer either it won't do it for them or doesn't do it for a month or so. Now the warranty has ran out so if it happens again they told us we had to take care of, well it happened again today, she parked would not shut off, called dealership, they can't do anything because gm hasn't given them recall yet! Was in accident on jan. 2, 2014 front end air bags did not deploy! Not sure why not!!! This july was coming home and driving down road car just shut off while driving about 30mph and had to manually try to get car off road without hurting car or anyone else's car, after sometime got car to start again and got it home, called dealership their response if happens again bring it in. And still to this date sometimes her throttle will stick, as a parent I'm holding my breath every time she leaves our drive in this vehicle. Please help soon.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 saturn ion. The contact stated that the vehicle would not start intermittently and without any warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where they advised that they were unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 78,000. The current mileage was approximately 103,000.
When the car sits for a day or more it won't crank and needs to be jumped off. The battery and altenator are good and so are the fuses. I have changed ignition relay and no difference. Had car running and would not this morning after sitting for 18 hrs. Batt is totally dead.
June 12-my car received complimentary maintenance. At which point, the car would not start. The body control was replaced. After moving over 1800 miles, the car would not start. June 16-had it serviced again and to my knowledge, the car had been damaged during servicing at dealership ( dropped off foot jack and damaged radiator and AC condenser). June 17-after commuting 80 miles and the passing of 9 hours, the car would not start again. Then after 3 hours, it started ( as I was in an unfamiliar location). June 21-its 8 am and I am about to leave for work, the car would not start. Took the car to the dealership after it started 3 hours later, riding in anti-theft mode. Left the car overnight and had to get a rental. June 24- picked up the car and the dealer could not determine the issue and assumed that it had been absolved. June 30- 7 am. The car would not start again for 4 hours. Took the car to the dealership, could not determine the issue. My car has yet to be fixed and I have been stranded in a number of unfamiliar places. Something is very wrong with the ignition because the power of the car comes on, but the engine will not communicate to come on.
The key sticks in the ignition whenever I try to turn the car off. It takes awhile before I am able to get it out, causing the battery to drain. I have had to replace my battery already. This is a major issue that after doing some research a very common issue for ion owners. With it being so common I don't understand why a recall has not been done. I could have been stranded somewhere because of this.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 saturn ion. The contact was driving approximately 30 MPH, the power steering warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel. A chime sounded inside of the vehicle. There was difficulty steering. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic for inspection. Also, two weeks prior to the failures the engine stalled without warning. The technician was unable to locate the problem. The vehicle was in the process of being taken to an authorized dealer for inspection. The failure and current mileages were 30,000.
1. Events leading up to failure I was getting ready to leave for work. The time of day was 9am. The temperature had been hovering around freezing all night. The vehicle had not been driven since the previous day at around 9pm. I unlocked my vehicle using keyless entry - driver door only. I inserted my key in the ignition, closed the door, pushed the clutch to the floor while fastening my seatbelt. I then turned the key to the start position. The engine did not start - the starter did not engage at all. When I released the key, the security light (an amber "padlock" icon) started flashing slowly - once per second. I then followed the restart procedure for this situation according to the owner manual - simply wait until the light stops flashing, turn the key to lock, then restart. Ten minutes later, the security light stopped flashing and remained illuminated. I then turned the key to lock, and then restarted engine. 2. The failure, how often, its consequences: the vehicle did not start due to a failure of, or a malfunction of, some component of the factory vehicle security system. It has happened a total of three times between the incident date and march 30, 2009. It only seems to occur when the temperature overnight hovers around freezing, or drops below freezing. The consequences of this failure for me have been minimal, but I was very fortunate in each instance to be parked in a safe place, where my prompt egress was not necessary. I am reporting this situation to the odi because of the potential consequences of this failure occurring during normal driving - if I stall the engine in heavy traffic and am not able to restart for ten minutes until the security light stops flashing, I would be in a very dangerous situation, and my vehicle would present a significant hazard to other drivers. 3. What was done to correct: nothing has been done to correct this failure, as my dealership has no current solution.
Unable to turn key in the off position of my 2005 saturn ion while the engine was running. Had to eventually unhook the battery to turn off the engine and have the car towed to a service station where they ended up breaking the key to remove it from the ignition and then replacing the entire ignition lock mechanism.
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 saturn ion. While driving approximately 55 MPH on normal road conditions, the engine lost power. The check engine warning indicator illuminated intermittently on the instrument panel. Roadside assistance was called to the scene and the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer. The technician stated that the failure was related to the ignition control module. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle is in the process of being repaired again. The contact was concerned of the safety risk involved. The failure mileage was 41,000 and current mileage was 61,000.
We have had this problem now going on the 3rd time with our saturn ion. No crank no start, like you cut the power off to the car. No gauges ,no lights no emergency signals. There is a problem with the circuit board in the fuse box, it seems to break contact with in the area that controls this. The first time the dealer changed the part, 2nd time we had no warranty and had to pay $550. Now it has done it again. The first time my wife was driving home at night when it just shut off and there was no lights or emergency signals and she was on a dark highway.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 saturn ion. While driving 50 MPH on an incline the vehicle lost power, the steering locked, and all of the lights on the instrument panel illuminated. The contact placed the vehicle in park, and was able to restart the vehicle. On four occasions the dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. The failure mileage was 54, and the current mileage was 10,087. *ak updated 06/08/07
My 2005 ion 2 was serviced continuously by the saturn dealership since its new purchase. This car has never had a engine incident, overheating, or missed oil change/service and at approximately 35,000 miles the engine service light would activate intermittently. The problem was brought to the saturn technician and deduced to either a gas tank sealing issue or oxygen sensor malfunction. The oxygen sensor was finally replaced on it 48,000 service checkup, yet the light was still active. A complete computer code diagnostic revealed internal misfire issues with the #1 cylinder. The mechanics evaluation was that the engine cylinder or block is warped and causing compression blow by & misfiring. The recommended solution is to change the engine block at a cost of $6, 800. Or work on tearing down the engine at an un-estimated amount. Although I have a 3 year warranty to april 2008, I have exceeded the mileage of this purchased warranty by over 14,000 miles. I am uncertain whether I should go forward with this repair, trade-in the car, or seek my damages through my attorney in los angeles. When I purchased this new ion, my father in law was so impressed that he bought the same model 5 days later at the same dealership. An interesting note is this is our 3rd saturn in the last 11 years. We believe in the brand, love the service & sales departments, but are not sure about its future with our family.
Continuous low RPM causing stall-outs when stopped in traffic. Rpm at low idle is no higher than 650 to 750. Engine always feels like it will stall. Dealer states that "this engine idles at a low RPM" (compared to most cars that idle at 950 RPM).
Dt*: the contact stated there were several problems with the vehicle. While turning the ignition on, the battery light illuminated for 30 seconds. Second, the driver's side window fell off the track and caused the window to fall into the door. Third, there was a grinding noise heard in the motor and the vehicle hesitated. Additionally, the headlight seal around the headlight was broken allowing water to get inside. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and all repairs were made.
Dt: the contact stated vehicle stalled several times at highway speeds. There has been no warning prior to each incident. This was the fourth time she took vehicle to a dealer. Each time the dealership told her the problems was fixed. She did not know what repairs the dealership had done previously. She did not have any other problem with the vehicle. The vehicle is at the dealership now and has not been repaired. *ak updated 01/25/06.
Dt: the contact stated vehicle stalled while driving at any speed. There were no warning lights indicating a problem with the vehicle. The dealer could not duplicate the problem. *ak updated 01/11/06.
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