The contact owns a 2006 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that the instrument panel and radio were intermittently inoperable. The contact stated that the ignition switch failed to turn to the OFF position as needed intermittently. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving and turning the steering wheel to the right to make a right turn, the steering was significantly wobbly. The contact related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Numbers: 14V171000 (Electrical System) and 14V153000 (Steering). Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing a fuel leak. The vehicle was taken to the Subaru dealer, where it was purchased. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. An unknown Chevrolet dealer was contacted and confirmed that the VIN was not included in a recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that unknown recalls were previously performed on the vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 85,200.
2006 Saturn Ion: fuel leak
102 of the 1,235 complaints about the 2006 Saturn Ion describe fuel leak.
- owner complaints
- 102
- of this car's complaints
- 8%
- typical repair cost reported
- $600
- typical mileage
- 82,000
- recalls
- 1
Fuel leak by model year
What owners say
The year, make, and model of my car has a factory recall for the fuel pump failing. I went to the dealership and they informed me my Vin # wasn't included and their was nothing they could do about it. My vehicle started leaking fuel last week so I dropped the tank and removed the fuel pump. I have done my homework on this including watching several videos on YouTube concerning this issue and I'm 100% positive this fuel pump has failed in the exact location that all the other recalls have and yet my Vin number isn't on the recall according to this GMC service department manager. I am going to have to put a fuel pump in at my expense today because it's my transportation for work but I'm very upset about this situation and GMCs failure to have my vehicle included and having to replace their defected fuel pump. It's very frustrating knowing I'm putting my time and money towards it because I have my hands full trying to replace the house that Hurricane Ida destroyed about a month ago. We need help with this situation because our money is very tight and don't really have it to fix GMCs mistake. I will keep the fuel pump that came out of it along with the receipt for it so anyone can clearly see that I'm not only correct but being shafted on the recall. Thanks have a nice day I'll be eagerly awaiting your response
The car is leaking gas from the gas tank. I see recalls from this year, make and model from this vehicle yet when I put my VIN in it says 0 recalls.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 saturn ion. The contact stated while the vehicle was being inspected by independent mechanic, she was informed that the vehicle had a fuel leak and needed the fuel pump and fuel tank to be replaced. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer had not been informed of failure. The failure mileage was approximately 154,917.
I started smelling gas when getting out of car. Then it got progressively stronger gas smell that lingered on strong an hour after the car had been sitting. So I checked for gas leak on exterior of gas tank and found extreme amount of gas coming from both of the fuel lines of the fuel module on top of tank. This didn't start until the weather has become warm in the 80 s and 90s.
Fuel leak
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 saturn ion. The contact smelled fuel fumes inside the vehicle. Gold star buick gmc (1980 n davis rd, salinas, ca 93907, (831) 240-4859) diagnosed that the fuel tank and fuel pump needed replacement. The vehicle was not repaired because the dealer did not have the parts and the contact was still required to make a partial payment. The contact asked for a rental vehicle, but her request was denied. The contact had to drive the vehicle home with it leaking fuel. The contact was concerned for her safety. The dealer mentioned that there was special coverage for certain parts under a warranty. The manufacturer was contacted, but did not disclose a lot of information due to the fact that the contact was speaking with her attorney. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 45,000.
Leaking fuel and fuel smell.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 saturn ion. The contact noticed fuel leaking underneath the fuel tank of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to andrew chevrolet (1500 w silver spring drive, milwaukee, wi 53209, 1‑414‑228‑6200) where it was diagnosed that the fuel line was rusted and needed replacement. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The failure mileage was 57,000.
The car died while in motion moving down a city street and failed to restart. There's a strong gasoline odor in and around the vehicle and it appears to be leaking fuel from underneath the car.
Engine reduction, serious safety concern, was almost hit by a semi, engine reduction light comes on, lose power and car slows at a high rate causing extreme safety hazard in traffic, must pull off interstate turn car off to reset, happening 2-3 times a day, strong smell of gas, have a leak and it is not covered under the warranty, sooner or later someone is going to be cruising down the interstate and their saturn is going to reduce engine power and they will not have time to get out of the way, they will be plowed down by a semi. Are we going to continue to allow gm to ignore this issue like they ignored the ignition switch probelms until it starts causing deaths, why not solve the issue before the deaths start to occur, it seems the older these year models get the worse this problem becomes. I was forced to put a date, but this is an ongoing problem that is getting increasingly worse with the fuel leak, maybe one day the engine will reduce power at the same time I will get run over by a semi and the car will explode into flames from the fuel leak they are not recalling for my vehicle
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 saturn ion. While driving various speeds, a fuel odor emitted through the vents. The contact also noticed the fuel odor coming from the floorboard. The contact called schmidt chevrolet cadillac (3423 broadway st, mt vernon, il 62864, phone number: (618) 242-5100) and was informed that the vehicle had to be towed if there was a fuel leak. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 200,000.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- General motors is recalling certain model year 2006 chevrolet cobalt and saturn ion vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of arizona and nevada; and model year 2007 chevrolet cobalt, pontiac g5 and saturn ion vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of arizona, california, florida, nevada and texas. The plastic supply or return port on the modular reservoir assembly may crack. If either of these ports develops a crack, fuel will leak from the area. If the crack becomes large enough, fuel may be observed dripping onto the ground and vehicle performance may be affected.
- Risk
- Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel pump module free of charge. A special coverage will be implemented in the same time frame for model year 2006 vehicles registered in alabama, arkansas, california, florida, georgia, hawaii, louisiana, mississippi, north carolina, new mexico, oklahoma, south carolina, tennessee and texas and model year 2007 vehicles registered in: alabama, arkansas, georgia, hawaii, louisiana, mississippi, north carolina, new mexico, oklahoma, south carolina and tennessee. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before february 4, 2010. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438, saturn at 1‑800‑972‑8876 and pontiac at 1‑800‑620‑7668 or at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.
Recall number 09V419000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2006 Saturn Ion fuel leak
Is fuel leak a common problem on the 2006 Saturn Ion?
102 of 1,235 owner complaints about the 2006 Saturn Ion (8%) mention fuel leak. The model year with the most reports is 2006.
How much does it cost to fix fuel leak on the 2006 Saturn Ion?
Owners who mentioned a price put the repair at about $600 (median of 7 complaints that include a dollar amount). Costs vary with mileage, warranty and where the work is done.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2006 Saturn Ion?
There is 1 recall and 1 service bulletin for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2006 Saturn Ion
Power steering loss 206Fuel pump 153Fuel smell 94Loss of power 78Won't start 71Stalling 62Steering lock-up 29Check engine light 25Engine failure 22No deployment 21Door locks 16Airbag light 15Fire or smoke 12Ball joint 8Warning lights 8Adaptive cruise 7Grinding brakes 6Headlights 6
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