Tl* the contact owns a 2006 saturn ion. The contact received a recall notice for the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 14v047000 (air bags, electrical system) and 14v171000 (electrical system); however, the parts were unavailable to repair the vehicle. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer could specify when the parts would arrive. The contact had not experienced a failure.
2006 Saturn Ion electrical complaints
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Ihavea2006saturnion ijustgotmynewignitionputinon6/12/14andon6/17/14iwasdrivingdowntheroadabout55mphand thecarturnedoff,iwasabletogettothesideoftheroadsafely,itookittothegmdealerandtheysaiditwastheecmthatcost$873.00,ihaveheardofafewotherpeoplethatthishappenedto.justwonderingifthisisrelatedtotheignition,oriftheydidsomething?
2006 saturn ion. Consumer writes in regards to ignition switch reimbursement.
I first bought my 2006 saturn ion in march of 2013. Three days later I notice that when I would get on the highway my car would sway extremely bad. Our hwy speed is 75. Going 70mph was too much and it would sway a lot. Mind you I was pregnant at the time. The car spun out as I was exiting the highway. I was terrified because cars were right behind me. Thank god I got out of the way before I got hit. You can understand how upset I was due to the fact that I was 4months pregnant at the time. Since then my husband has spun out 5 times driving our car. We've taking it to the mechanics multiple times and they don't even know what to do with it. Our wheel alignments are fine. Also, our key gets stuck in the ignition a lot upon turning it off. So we have to use the button which is in the steering wheel just to get them out. Also, lately the car picks and chooses when it wants to accelerate. Lately I can floor it and the car will still be going 30mph. Also, lately when we go to turn on the car, it takes awhile and makes a sound as if the battery is dead, but then it soon comes on. I have had nothing but problems with this car from the start. I thought this was a good buy, but everyday I regret it and I fear for me, my husband, and my child's safety. Please do something about this issue. Matter of fact just take our cars. We don't need them fixed. Just take them please!
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 saturn ion. The contact stated there were numerous attempts before the vehicle would start. Additionally, the vehicle stalled and the failure recurred five times. There was a recall associated with the federal safety agency campaign id number 14v047000 (air bags , electrical system. The failure occurred after the recall repair was performed. The vehicle was not repaired for the recent failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 79,826.
The steering column assembly (including key switch, turn signal, wiper control, etc.) was loose upon getting the vehicle back from the repairs for the key switch recall. This was not like this prior to the recall repairs and represents sloppy workmanship by dealership employees repairing the vehicle or poor design that won't stay tight. By this being loose, there could be damage to the wires or the wires could come unplugged inside the steering column. This would include air bag wires, key switch wires, etc. There would also be a possibility of fire if this problem isn't corrected as the wires could short out. I believe all the vehicles that have been repaired should be recalled again to check for this problem and repair them if it is found that it is loose.
2006 saturn ion. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle electrical system issues. *smd recently, the emergency brake the consumer stated the check engine light illuminated twice and finally, the fuel injectors were replaced. Recently, the emergency brake light illuminated and stayed on without the emergency brake being pulled. Also, when she pushed the shifter knob, there was a noise in the steering column. There was an issue with the electrical power steering. It would go out and resume normal operation, while driving. *jb the consumer stated she heard a knocking noise, when she drove over a bump and the check engine light illuminated again. Updated 08/06/14
Submission from constituent re 2006 saturn ion safety defect. *smd the consumer experienced a problem with the ignition switch. She was informed, by the dealer, the part was not available.
Tl* the contact owns 2006 saturn ion. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, the power steering failed and the steering wheel became hard to maneuver. Also, the contact mentioned that the key became lodged in the ignition switch and the power window failed to open. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who replaced the ignition switch under the federal safety agency campaign id number 14v047000 (air bags, electrical system). However, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the defects. The approximate failure mileage was 67,000.
I was driving to kids school and as I was turning onto school property my ignition binged and pwr str appeared at exact same moment I lost power steering and ran car up on curb onto lawn. I could have seriously injured if not killed an elementary school kid that day.. I've tried to call about problem since I received a notice for vehicle alert in mail just days b4. But when I called I was told that they couldn't help me after all because it already went out.. What kind of bull is that?
I am the unfortunately owner of a government motors products that is subject to a recall. I have received now 10 notifications in almost 90 days demanding I have this recall performed immediately. In the course of nearly 90 days, I have contacted 5 different dealers and have been told the same thing; ?we will take your name and number and contact you when we can perform the recall?. While I understand with an inferior product, made worse by government intervention into a private business, requires recalls and due to the high volume of cars subject to the recall due to the government picking gm as a company to promote, part production may be limited, I do not understand why I get these letters. I would happily comply with the recall, as a matter of safety, but when the dealer refuses to provide the recall, I cannot comply. The last letter I received was a post card that implied serious consequences could result and even had a date ?as of may 24th this has not been performed.? I am fully aware and I have not spent over 3 hours between calls and letters trying to comply with this pseudo-government demand. Please provide guidance on how to proceed. The last agent at gm I spoke with said that they would continue to mail letters as they are directed by the government to do so. So I ask you, the government agency partially responsible, please stop sending me letters to do what is not possible to do. I am aware of the recall. I have done what I have been instructed to do by each letter I have received and I have been assured my name and number is on a list to contact me when they can provide the recall. Unlike the average american I do have a little bit of common sense and take personal responsibility for my vehicles.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 saturn ion. The contact stated that while attempting to remove the key from the ignition switch, the key was stuck. The contact restarted the vehicle and shifted into drive then back to park where the key could be removed from the ignition switch. The failure occurred on seven occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 96,000 and the current mileage was unknown. The VIN was not available.
The first time it happened, I was driving about 20 MPH in traffic when my saturn ion shut off in the middle of the road. The person behind me was only inches away from hitting me; she had to slam on brakes. I was able to start right back up, but it was very close to causing an accident. The incident with the car shutting off has happened multiple times. Mechanic could not figure out the problem, the problem is still happening, and I'm afraid to drive my vehicle.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 saturn ion. The contact received a notification for recall the federal safety agency campaign id number 14v04700 (air bags, electrical system); however, the part was not available to do the repairs. The manufacturer had not been notified. The vehicle had not experienced the failure.
I was driving the 2006 saturn ion in my neighborhood. I reached the intersection at the end of my street and came to a stop/yield. As I took my foot off the brake to shift to the gas and began steering to turn left, the engine suddenly turned off. The battery light on the dash appeared. I was able to put the car in park, turn off the vehicle, and restart it. I returned home instead of continuing my trip. My vehicle is affected by the recall with campaign id number 14v‑047. I had removed all additional keys from my keyring as recommended in the three recall letters I received, but I still believe that this issue was related to the issue the ignition switch. I have chosen to file this complaint because one of the letters I received from [xxx]of gm asserted that the vehicle was safe to drive as long as there were no additional keys on the keyring. A link to the letter in question is: http://www-odi.the federal safety agency.dot.gov/acms/cs/jaxrs/download/doc/ucm454782/rcorrd-14v047-1697.pdf information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Electrical problem with interior lighting also problem with electrical power door lock (driver side) and power windows, in which all riders feel they are suffocating.due to unattainable natural air.
While at a gas station, I could not get the key out of the ignition. When I finally got the key out of the ignition, I could not get the key to turn and start the vehicle again.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 saturn ion. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign id number 14v171000 (electrical system) but was informed that the parts were unavailable. The dealer was unable to provide an expected date for the part. The manufacturer was not notified of the problem. The contact had not experienced the failure.
2006 saturn ion. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle ignition recall repairs and seeks reimbursement. *smd the consumer stated 2 years ago, the ignition completely froze and the vehicle had to be towed to a local garage. The consumer believed the ignition problem he experienced was related to the current recall. Also, the air bag light illuminated and the moonroof wouldn't close.
2006 saturn ion. Consumer writes in regards to ignition switch recall notice. *smd the consumer stated the vehicle has been at the dealer for 3 weeks, due to lack of parts. Last year, the consumer's wife experienced the exact failure, the vehicle was being recalled for.
2006 saturn ion. Consumer writes in regards to ignition switch recall notice repairs. *smd the consumer stated the key would not turn, to shut the vehicle off.
Car would not turn off when I parked in my drive way, gm took 1 hr ad 1/2 to come to my house. Fortunate it did not happen on the road. The federal safety agency and gm knew of this recall before it happened to me. Why did the federal safety agency not report this? I paid for the repair not knowing of the recall. The media made me aware and I got a refund much later. My car is on its 6th recall. 2 are pending. Again I found out from the media. I called gm, they are taking their time in these repairs. I called gm on 3-18-14 about these 2 current recalls, I feel they are putting me on the back burner to repair them. How many recalls can 1 car have before its considered unsafe??? What are my rights? Is this car a lemon or just an accident waiting to happen/???? Your site says there's another recall for my car for the head lights. That will make a 7th recall. The federal safety agency is suppose protect the consumers . My car makes me very nervous. Gm should have tested more before selling it to the public. I now know why gm stopped making my saturn.
2006 saturn ion. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle sudden acceleration recall notice and requests reimbursement for repairs. *smd the consumer stated when she got in the left turn lane to make a turn, all of a sudden the vehicle took off without applying the gas. Her foot was on the brake and the engine began to race at a high speed. The incident occurred a second time, while at a 4-way stop sign, the engine began racing, with her foot on the brake. The vehicle cut off and the dashboard went black. The third time, it happened, she was pulling into a parking space, and the engine began to race at a high speed, she was unable to stop the vehicle, and eventually she crashed into a wall.
Vehicle's engine shut off while operating, however electrical remains on. Usually happens going over speed bumps at low speeds. Had to turn off and restart engine to operate. Incident occurred 2 times in 2009. Didn't give much thought until it started to recur in 2012. Has happened 3-4 times since. Also key gets stuck when trying to shut vehicle off. The key getting stuck when trying to shut off has occurred almost daily for the past 4 months. Didn't realize the incidents were related until I heard about the saturn recall on ignition switches and heard about similar problems.
Both driver and passenger side forward turn signals have stopped working. Has happened multiple times. Rear turn signals still operational.
There has been at least 4 times that while my car was idling at either a red light, stop sign, or what have you, my car would just shut off after making a rough idling noise. This scared the crap out of me the first time it happened. If I were to shut my car off & turn it back on, it would then go away. It made me weary of driving because you never knew when or where that could happen. The second incident would be my power stewing. My car would "ding" and the power steering light would come on making my wheel stiffen up immediately. Again, if I would turn the car off and then back on again, the problem would stop... For a little bit. Started off at once or twice a week, then once a day maybe, now I can't even go a block from my house without it coming on. Frustrating and dangerous to say the least.
In the first week of march I called my dealership about the ignition recall and was told to wait until I got a recall notice. In mid-march I received a recall notice and was told that the parts were not in and to call at the end of march. I called at the end of march and was told that the parts were not in and I should call the beginning of april. I called the beginning of april and was told the parts were on order and I should call the next week. I called the next week and the parts were not in. Last week I received a notice that I had not responded to the recall notice and received another recall notice this week. When I called today I was told that they had no record of my prior calls and would have to order the parts. Gm is conducting a fraudulent recall and trying to shift the burden of liability to the consumer and shift the burden of proof for any liability to the consumer for not complying with the recall, when the recall is illusory. I want this noted on the record.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 saturn ion. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign id numbers 14v047000 (air bags , electrical system) and 14v171000 (electrical system), however the parts needed to complete the repair were unavailable. The dealer was unable to provide an expected date for when the remedy part would become available. The manufacturer was not notified of the problem. The contact had not experienced a failure. Updated 06/10/14 ma updated 07/03/14
2003 saturn ion. Consumer writes in regards to ignition recall notice. *smd the consumer stated on several occasions, the vehicle would not start. She had to turn the key a certain way, in order for it to start.
2006 saturn ion. Consumer writes in regards to ignition switch recall notice issues. *smd the consumer stated she experienced several incidents over the years, that made no sense, until she received the recall the notice in the mail .
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