2006 Saab 9-3 vs 2006 Saturn Ion
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2006 Saab 9-3 | 2006 Saturn Ion |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 179 | 1,235 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 146 | 739 |
| Investigations | 4 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 11 | 44 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–23 | 23–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 42,989 mi | 67,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Saab 9-3 | Saturn Ion |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 8 | 544 |
| Electrical System | 13 | 392 |
| Air Bags | 87 | 61 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 | 127 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 10 | 111 |
| Engine | 5 | 41 |
| Power Train | 7 | 36 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 11 | 30 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 8 | 69 |
| Brake problems | 8 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 20 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 132 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 65 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 48 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 13 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 11 |
2006 Saab 9-3
2006 Saturn Ion
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.