2005 Saturn Ion engine problems
22 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2005 Saturn Ion — 4% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 2005 saturn ion. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph, the loss motive power without warning. The contact stated that steering assist and gauges were in operable. The contact coasted to the side of the road and restarted the vehicle. The contact stated…”
filed May 12, 2021
“Tl* the contact owned a 2005 saturn ion. The contact's son observed an orange glare coming from the back of their house. The family ran outside together and discovered that the son's vehicle was on fire. The fire department was down the street, but took twenty minutes to arrive at the scene. The…”
filed Jul 8, 2019
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine problems in other Ion years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 Ion | 34 | 4% |
| 2006 Ion | 41 | 3% |
| 2004 Ion | 23 | 3% |
| 2003 Ion | 20 | 3% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2005 Saturn Ion
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.