Tl* the contact owns a 2007 saturn ion. The contact stated that while parked, a strong odor of gasoline was emitted from the vehicle. The manufacturer was contact and stated that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number: 12v459000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who advised the contact that there was a fuel leak because the fuel pump module failed needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage of the vehicle was 52,002 and the current mileage was 52,602. Updated 11/21/12 *cn updated 11/30/2012
2007 Saturn Ion fuel system complaints
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I noticed an overpowering odor of gasoline present inside and outside the vehicle. Took the vehicle to the dealer for diagnosis and was told the fuel module was leaking gasoline and was also advised that my vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 12v459000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). The vehicle was repaired by replacing fuel module with my out of pocket cost. The failure mileage was approximately 51,000. This manufacturing defect obviously has a great risk of fire or explosion.
My check engine light kept coming on, even the smaller check engine light, I had the throttle pedal replaced because it was throwing codes, then I began to smell gas fumes and really became concerned so I took it to jim butler chevrolet in fenton, mo and they told me that my fuel pump was leaking and there was an issue with my valves, I went online to see if I there were any similar issues from other saturn owners and I discovered that there was a recall on the fuel pump for the 2007 saturn ion, I called jim butlers and told them what I discovered and the person handling my vehicle issue told me that I can't believe everything I find online and that my VIN number was not one of the cars listed on the recall list, yet it was doing the exact same thing as described by other saturn owners. I am very upset at the fact that my car had the same issues as the other saturn's but I had to pay to have mine replaced, I paid $513.00 at a customer friendly repair shop who also found the recall on my car. The shop is holding my old fuel pump in case there was a need to inspect it. I found the recall on which is an official site. I got my report september 3, 2012 the federal safety agency campaign id number is 09v419000. My check engine light is still coming on as I was told that I have issues with my valves, but I can't afford to have that seen too yet. It is really sad when I go to a place that is supposed to be certified in handling saturns and yet when I notify them of a recall on the same issue as my car was having they dismiss me by telling me I shouldn't believe what I read on the internet. My car was a safety hazard while my fuel pump was leaking and that scared me a lot. There is no more gas fumes now that I had to pay to have my fuel pump replaced. I really hope that you take my complaint seriously because the way I was treated was completely ridiculous.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 saturn ion. The contact stated that there was an overpowering odor of gasoline present inside and outside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis where the contact was advised that the fuel pump was fractured and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was contacted and advised him that his vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 12v459000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). The vehicle was repaired for the fuel pump. The failure mileage was approximately 103,000. The current mileage was approximately 104,000. The consumer stated almost immediately after he purchased the vehicle, he started having problem periodically when he applied the brake. The brakes would vibrate strongly and he would have to press the foot brake down all the way to get the vehicle to stop. There would be a brief delay in the brakes working. He took the vehicle to the dealer, but they were unable to find anything wrong. Later in june 2008, he took the vehicle to another dealer to assist with the problem. They were unable t find a problem as well. He continued to have problems periodically with the brakes. A year later, the power steering stopped working. The chimes and warning lights would come on, and the steering wheel would lock up. It was extremely difficult to make turns; especially parking. The consumer stated he had to manually steer the vehicle. The only solution was to turn off the vehicle, and the light would go out. The problem went on for several years, until the consumer received a letter from saturn stating the warranty coverage had been extended due to problems with the electric power steering. The power steering was finally fixed. Updated 11/08/12 updated 11/26/12 *cn updated 12/3/2012
Gas tank/neck part out of ailgenment and smells like something is burning in car.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 saturn ion. The contact stated that fuel fumes were emitted into the vehicle. The contact noticed that the gas gauge read empty. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnose that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance. The failure mileage was 21,000.
Approximately 3-4 weeks ago, I started smelling a strong gasoline smell outside my car when I parked it. The smell was growing stronger (and I could smell it in the cabin itself) so I took it to my mechanic who told me it was the fuel pump. He had printed out the recall and suggested I contact gm. When I contacted the local dealership, I was told they wouldn't/couldn't honor the recall as it was VIN specific. Back to my mechanic who fixed it (and by now I was leaking gasoline) and he advised me to contact gm again as the fuel pump was cracked exactly where the fuel pump involved in the recall was. He gave me the part and I did contact gm but was told by gm that they will not honor the recall, that it was VIN specific. To add insult to injury I was told by the person who called me that she "wanted to assure me that your vehicle is safe to drive, it's not involved in the recall." needless to say, that did not go over well since the reason it's safe to drive is that I had it fixed myself. I will also be filing complaints with my state ag and the bbb. Thank you for your consideration and help in this matter.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 saturn ion. The contact stated that while the vehicle was being serviced by a private mechanic a gasoline smell was being emitted. The mechanic confirmed that the fuel pump had failed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact that their vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 12v459000 (fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump). The failure mileage was 50,000 and the current mileage was 55,000.
Smell of gasoline coming from under rear of vehicle. Took car to dealer to get fuel pump replaced. I see recall for similar problem but only in some states. I see recall has been expanded to hopefully include all states.
Took my car to a gm dealer regarding the scent of gas in back of the car inc. In the trunk. While doing a scheduled maintenance, they didn't find anything. Took my vehicle to a different dealer and the smell of gas had gotten worse. There was no stain in my driveway. Once the gas tank was moved and then removed, the puddling of gas on the top of the tank was prevalent. Looking closer, the plastic was cracked that was apart of the module.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 saturn ion. While parked, the contact noticed a strong gasoline fuel smell. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician stated there was a crack in fuel pump, which needed to be replaced. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign id number: 12v459000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump) but was advised by the manufacturer that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 47,857. ... Updated11/01/12
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 saturn ion. The contact stated that while parked, the smell of gasoline fuel emitted in and outside of the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that the VIN failed to qualify for repairs under the federal safety agency campaign id number:09v419000( fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 51,000 and the current mileage was 52,000.
Fuel pump module is crack, leaking gas may cause a fire. Gas smell within the vehicle and outside the vehicle hazardous to driver and passenger inside vehicle. Gm will not issue a recall for my specific vehicle.
The vehicle smelled heavily of gasoline when parked. The plastic fuel line at the fuel pump connection was cracked. The fuel pump had to be replaced. This is an ongoing issue with this year, make and model of vehicle. There is a recall, but when I contact gm, they tell me that my VIN is not included at this time. This is the same issue and this VIN number needs to be added. Gm tells me that it is up to the federal safety agency, not gm. I appreciate your consideration in this matter.
Vehicle smelled strongly of gas. Brought it to mechanic. There was a crack in the fuel pump module. This is a recall on 2007 saturn ions in other states, but not mine.
I parked my car in my garage and closed the garage door, when I went to leave I noticed a strong smell of gas. My local gm dealership diagnosed it as cracks and pinholes in the fuel lines running from the fuel pump to fuel filter consistent with recall 09v419000, gm will not honor this recall even know my VIN is within the recall breaking points, because I do not reside in one of the selected states and they claim my issue is due to wear.
I noticed that my car would not turn over like normal. Then I began to smell gas and lose mileage. I looked up similar recalls on this site but I did not get such a mailing.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 saturn ion. The contact stated that fuel fumes were emitted into the vehicle. The contact mentioned that after inspecting the vehicle he noticed that there was a fuel leak. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number: 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 45,000 and the current mileage was 50,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 saturn ion. The contact stated that while driving 20 MPH the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop where the mechanic advised that the pump module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the contact's VIN was not included in the recall under the federal safety agency campaign id number: 09v419000, (fuel system). The failure mileage was 88,000 and the current mileage was 95,000......updated 10/17/12 *bf. The consumer stated the fuel pump was squirting fuel adjacent to exhaust. Updated 10/17/2012
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 saturn ion 3. The contact stated that fuel fumes were emitted outside of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnose that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who stated that the vehicle qualified for repairs under the federal safety agency campaign id number: 09v419000(fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump), however repairs or a refund were denied due to the state where the vehicle resided. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 109,000 and the current mileage was 109,654.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 saturn ion. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken for state inspection when the contact was made aware the fuel pump was leaking fuel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The mechanic stated the fuel pump and the fuel tank seal would have to be replaced. There was a recall under the federal safety agency campaign id number: 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump) that may be related to the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 95,358.
My daughter smelled gas while driving her car. She took it to my mechanic who said that her fuel pump was defective but that her vehicle had a safety recall issued for the same problem. The mechanic printed out the recall notice (safety recall 09226). I took the vehicle to the authorized dealer and they would not honor the recall because the VIN was not on the list. Can saturn certify that they never did any parts swaps between factories?
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 saturn ion. The contact stated that as the engine was starting, fuel leaked from the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was contacted and confirmed that the VIN failed to qualify for repairs under the federal safety agency campaign id number : 09v419000 ( fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 46,000 and the current mileage was 47,000.
Vehicle exhibits the exact same issue described below, but because I do not live in these states, my vehicle is not covered under this recall. I fear that my vehicle could start on fire any day now and gm will not care. This is a serious safety hazard to not only me, but other drivers as well. A fuel leak is a serious issue that I feel should not be ignored. 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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 saturn ion. The contact stated that the vehicle developed a crack in the fuel pump port. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who confirmed the failure and stated that the vehicle was unsafe to drive since the failure was considered a fire safety hazard. The dealer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). The failure mileage was 68,000 and the current mileage was 68,980. ..updated 09-21-12
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 saturn ion. The contact stated that fuel fumes were emitted around the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel pump had developed a leak and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number: 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 88,600.
2007 saturn ion 3 manual sedan 1.) fuel pump delivery system recall and has been repaired after a serious fuel leak was detected. 2.)purge flow solenoid- engine light came on after the pump delivery system was detected but was not repaired because it was not included in recall. Car gets very little gas mileage because the fuel to oxygen ratio being off. Every time I go to the gas station I cannot get my car to start. It doesn't matter if I have half of a tank of gas or almost on empty. It takes several tries and only starts after I rev the engine because the fuel to oxygen ratio and the fuel pump floods my car as soon as the fuel pump is engaged. I know that after this happens so many times that it will cause the starter to burn up in my car. 3.) ignition switch- cannot turn key on as if the steering wheel is locked/ cannot turn key off/ take key out and car is still running! Disconnect battery to shut the car off. 4.) electronic power steering- acts as if the power steering has a short. While driving with speeds as little as 15mph in a residential neighbor hood or 70mph on the interstate. The power steering light comes on and all power steering is lost and becomes almost impossible to drive. After shutting the car off and restarting the car the power steering works but shortly after it fails again. This happens every time I drive my car. The first time this happened I was on an exit ramp on the interstate with a very sharp curve. I could barely control the vehicle. Needless to say my children are no longer allowed to ride in this car until it is repaired.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 saturn ion. The contact stated that fumes were emitted into the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel pump had developed a crack and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included on recall the federal safety agency campaign id number: 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 71,214.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 saturn ion. The contact was driving 20 MPH when the fuel tank failed, causing the vehicle to become inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that there was a crack in the fuel tank, which was leaking. The interior of the vehicle was filled with gasoline fumes. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified who advised the contact to take to the dealer for further assistance. The failure and current mileage was 75,000.
Tl* the contact owns 2007 saturn ion. The contact stated that while driving 25 MPH, the contact smelled fuel inside of the vehicle and the check engine light illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer for a diagnostic test. The dealer stated that the fuel module was defective and needed to be replaced. The contact was also informed that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with the federal safety agency campaign 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). The dealer replaced the fuel module. The failure mileage was 103,479.
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