85 problems related to electrical system have been reported for the 2003 Saturn ION. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2003 Saturn ION based on all problems reported for the 2003 ION.
Tl the contact owns a 2003 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that the key remained seized in the ignition when the vehicle was shifted into park. The contact stated that the key seized midway while attempting to start the vehicle. The vehicle lost electrical power and took 15 to 20 minutes before starting. The contact stated that there was a click before the key was released. The battery and engine warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The contact called Saturn of memphis (2420 covington pike, memphis, TN 38128) and informed the dealer of the failure. The contact was informed to take the vehicle to jim keras automotive (2000 covington pike, memphis, TN 38128). The vehicle was not taken to a dealer and was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 66,000.
Tl- the contact owned a 2003 Saturn Ion. The contact stated while driving at slow speed, when the vehicle began to stall and another vehicle rear ended her. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The air bags did not deploy. The contact sustained a concussion and back injuries. The contact was taken by an ambulance to seek medical attention and also seek physical therapy. A police report was filed. The vehicle was not drivable. The vehicle was towed to repair shop and was not repaired at that moment. The contact stated the vehicle had the battery was replaced prior to the accident. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer had not been informed of failure. The failure mileage was unknown. Dp.
My key switch doesn't allow me to remove my key when I'm in parked and my transmission strands at times and my car doesn't start all the time when I try to start it I have to sit and wait awhile before it starts again I could be sitting in the drive thru on parked waiting to travel again on th he main roadway.
(manufacturer info) tl the contact owns a 2003 Saturn Ion. While driving 55 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning and lost power completely. The vehicle veered to the right side of the road and came to a rolling stop. The vehicle was able to be restarted. The contact stated that the failure occurred on four separate occasions. The vehicle was repaired in may of 2014 per NHTSA campaign number: 14v047000 (electrical system), but the failure recurred. General motors was made aware of the failures and stated that the vehicle was under a twelve month warranty, which expired in April of 2015. The failure mileage was 112,246.
Tl-the contact owns a 2003 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that the ignition failed to turn off not allowing the key to be removed or that the key is unable to turn the ignition on. The vehicle was serviced under NHTSA campaign number: 14v171000 (electrical) but the remedy failed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.
Takata recalls. . I have a 2003 Saturn Ion I was driving fine hit cruise control button once I was at 55 an my car made a clicking sound started jerking like the cruise control keeps coming on. . . I've turned car off hit brakes which should reset it but it still happens. . The car feels like its down shifting an trying to accelerate on its on the rpms hump real high wen this happens. . You be driving doing 50 mph an all the sudden car jerks like its trying to stop u feel I t in gas pedal also. . .
The contact owns a 2003 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that the gear was stuck in the park position and she was unable to move the vehicle. The power steering light illuminated on the instrument panel. An independent mechanic checked the vehicle and suggested that the failure could be electrical. The technician advised the contact to take the vehicle to a local dealer for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not diagnosed and the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 129,000.
My car feels like a death trap. To start off with only one of my windshield wiper motors work . When I first bought the car from a single individual the passenger side wiper appeared to shake a little more than the driver side. As if it was working a little harder to keep up with the other wiper. . And then less than a month after purchasing vehicle it stopped working all together. Now I only have the driver side wiper that I use. Also when I go to turn on the blinker, go over a railroad track, make a turn iorn vehicle, or sometimes just sitting still. The wiper will start working without me having turnned it on. At first it would just come on for 3 or 4 swipes and then automatically stop again. But now its doing it more frequently and sometimes it will not stop swipping whichis very aggravating causing scratches on my windshield and wearing my one wiper down faster than it should be. Along with these problems my car has also been idleing extremly high upon cranking and while changing gears it acts as if it gets stuck between 1rst 2cd and 3rd. Also when I try to increase speed for passing or to make turns it sometimes just causes it to bog down more instead of increasing my speed it sounds as if its gonna blow up the engine.
The contact owns a 2003 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that the key was stuck in the ignition and was difficult to remove on more than one occasion. The vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign number: 14v171000 (electrical system). The vehicle was taken back and forth to the dealer more than twice and they were unable to remedy the failure. The contact reported the failure to the manufacturer and indicated that the remedy did not repair the vehicle. The vehicle was still at the dealer and was unable to be driven. The dealer stated that the manufacturer would not approve replacing the components. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unavailable.
The contact owned a 2003 Saturn Ion. The contact received a notification for NHTSA campaign number: 14v171000 (electrical system). The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, a fire started under the dashboard. The contact was able to merge to the side of the road and extinguish the fire. A police report was filed, but there were no injuries. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was contacted and, after evaluating pictures sent by the owner, stated that the failure was not related to the recall. The failure mileage was 204,000.
The contact owns a 2003 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that occasionally the key failed to turn while in the ignition. The vehicle was slow to start. The contact had to avoid bumps in the roadway while driving. The lock symbol was displayed. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v171000 (electrical system) and 14v047000 (air bags, electrical system); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who declined to service the recall repairs due to an insurance issue. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact called another unknown local dealer, who informed the contact to place the vehicle in park(p) and restart the vehicle, and the symbol turned off. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was contacted and opened a claim and informed the contact that a technician would be sent to the residence, but the technician failed to show up. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
I received a letter from Saturn today 12/29/2014 with the letter stating December 2014. In the letter it states the following " this letter is intended to make you aware that your vehicle's transmission shifter may not properly transmit an electrical signal that allows the ignition key to be turned counter clockwise past the accessory mode to the "lock" position after the vehicle has been shifted into park. If this occurs, the ignition key cannot be removed from the ignition cylinder without depressing the manual release plunger located on the underside of the steering column as described in the owners manual. A key left in the accessory position for an extended period of time may result in severe battery drain and a possible no start condition.
The contact owns a 2003 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that the front driver side turning indicator failed to illuminate. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The technician was unable to find a failure. No repairs were made to the vehicle. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,000. Updated 7/16/cn.
I just bought a 2003 Saturn Ion 2 and the door locks "all of them" lock and unlock on their own. When I get out of the car and time passes by , "I don't know how much time has to pass between that triggers the doors to unlock but each time I go back to the car all doors have unlocked themselves. . . . . " ". I believe this problem can possibly turn into a deadly issue regarding the life of a consumer and or others " " in the event of an accident who knows if the doors will unlock or open ? I believe that the doors may do just the opposite that the doors may remain locked preventing anyone from being able to get out of the vehicle in the event of fire< accident< or an other emergency.
Ask a mechanic spring 2014, we had the recall on the ignition fixed on my 2003 Saturn. On September 9th my son drove the Saturn to detroit mi. About half way there on I-94, at rush hour, the Saturn lost power and began stopping. He was going about 70 miles/hour and didn¿t have extra keys on the key ring. Luckily, he is strong, Smart and quick thinking. He was able to wrestle the steering column toward an exit, while depressing the clutch and restarting the car. Thankfully it started! if I had been driving the car, I don¿t think I could have done those things. We called the dealership that fixed the car and after numerous calls, they said they were not authorized to tow the car and fix it. Now several weeks later and in response to letters sent to gm executives, they tell us the same thing. I am telling them their fix is not a fix! I don¿t want others injured or dead. Why is this entitled ¿ask a mechanic�? we were told many years ago by a mechanic at the Saturn dealer not to hang extra keys on our ring. This dealer has been gone for many years. Maybe someone needs to ask a current mechanic if this is the right fix for gm vehicles.
The contact owns a 2003 Saturn Ion. While driving 55 mph, the vehicle stalled and failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the failure was due to an electrical shortage. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 100,000.
The contact owns a 2003 Saturn Ion. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v047000 (air bags, electrical system) and NHTSA campaign number: 14v171000 (electrical system ) however, the parts to do the repairs was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
The contact owns a 2003 Saturn Ion. The contact received a notification for recall NHTSA campaign number: 14e021000 (electrical system). However, the part that was needed to remedy the recall was unavailable. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The VIN was not available. The contact had not experience a failure.
The contact owns a 2003 Saturn Ion. After the vehicle was repaired according to NHTSA campaign number: 14v171000 (electrical system), the key failed to turn off the ignition. As a result, the steering wheel locked. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 150,000.
Key came out, but car was still running. Put key back in managed to get turn off engine, however key would not release for over 15min! this keeps happening to me. Scheduled appointment with chapman Chevrolet tempe, az to repair according to recall instructions that I submitted to their customer service dept. They say they will notify me when the parts come in, but it has been approximately one month or more already. I believe my family and my self are in danger of a fatal accident or something; sometimes the car will not surrender the ignition key for in hour. Already had new key made at chapman Chevrolet which makes starting somewhat easier, before, it would take, often times, 10min or more just to get the key to turn. Please help chapman Chevrolet get the parts they need or stop ignoring my request for the honoring of the recall work I requested of them. Im afraid this will not hold up much longer as is.
The contact owns a 2003 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that NHTSA campaign number: 14v171000 (electrical system) was performed however the remedy failed to repair the failure. The contact stated that the key was unable to be removed from the ignition. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 152,000.
Key gets stuck in the accessory position when car is turned off requiring many attempts to get it out.
Tl-the contact owns a 2003 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that the key could not be removed from the ignition once the vehicle was turned off. Contact also stated that the engine continued to run once the key was removed on different occasions. These failure have continued since vehicle was returned two weeks ago for repairs under to NHTSA campaign id number 14v047000 (air bags, electrical system). The vehicle was taken back the dealer, however a diagnoses have not been given. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000. Rg.
Tl - the contact own 2003 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that while driving 5 mph attempting to make a right turn, the vehicle stalled without any warnings and another vehicle crash into the front passenger side wheel causing the axle to brake. A police report was filed and no injuries were reported. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician advised him that the vehicle was included in recall NHTSA campaign number: 14v171000 (electrical system) and that the part will be order. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 81,011. Pm.
The contact owns a 2003 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that while driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled after the battery light illuminated. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 186,495.
I purchased my Saturn and a day later, I was having trouble with the ignition. The key wouldn't roll over. After a few days ,I found that if I rock the key back & forth or up & down, sometimes it would start or if I would rock the steering wheel it would let me start the car; by doing this, the key broke off, I still have enough of the key to get it to start. Also, when I go to turn it off, sometimes it won't! or it will, but I can't get the key out. So I restart the car, put it in gear and then into park again, until it will allow me to take the key out. A year ago I had to have one portion of the ignition replaced, because when I'd go to start it,, it would make a noise, but would not start. I do not know why they did not fix the entire ignition at the time. I have had no trouble with the engine. But, something is keeping the a/c heater fans from working. I was living in another state at the time, and apparently their service practices could use some upgrading. I am now living in another state and in hopes that I get better service here. Thank you for listening.
Was driving on wet road approaching an intersection. Before entering the intersection the light turned green and traffic started moving. I slowed down to let the tuck in front of me pick up speed. As I approached a black pickup backed into traffic causing multiple cars to stop in front of me. I pushed on my breaks but could not stop causing me to strike the truck in front o me with the front of my car. Upon impact my air bag did not deploy and my head struck the steering wheel. I recently received the ignition recall notice, but the letter said parts were not available.
2003 Saturn Ion. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle recall information. The consumer wanted to know what is the proper procedure for getting the recall taken care of.
The contact owns a 2003 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that NHTSA campaign numbers: 14v171000 (electrical system) and 14v047000 (air bags, electrical system) had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for repair. The dealer stated that part was not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact had not experienced a failure. The VIN was not available. Updated 8/11/cn the consumer stated the vehicle was repaired. Updated 08/20/2014.
The contact owns a 2003 Saturn Ion. While the vehicle was parked and cold, it failed to start. The contact had to wait approximately 15 minutes for the vehicle to start. The failure only occurred when the vehicle was cold. The failure recurred constantly. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 60,000.
The contact owns a 2003 Saturn Ion. The contact received a notification for recall NHTSA campaign id number: 14v047000 (air bags, electrical system). The dealer and the manufacturer were contacted numerous times and they had no idea when the parts would be available for the repairs. The repair was not taken care of in a reasonable amount of time. Contact had not experienced a failure.
The contact owns a 2003 Saturn Ion. The contact stated received notification of NHTSA campaign id 14v047000 (air bags , electrical system), however the part needed was unavailable to perform the repair. The dealer informed that the part would not be available until two months. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Tl-the contact owns a 2003 Saturn Ion. The contact received the recall notification related to NHTSA campaign id number 14v047000 (air bags, electrical system). The contact stated that repairs was not taken care of in a reasonable amount of time. The dealer indicated parts are not available. Contact had not experience a failure. The manufacturer has been contacted. Rg.
Letter from senator toomey on behalf of a constituent re gm recall ( attn: aubrey yanzito can be reached by email: aubrey_yanzito@toomey. Senator. Gov, fax at 717-782-4920 or phone: 717-782-3951 or mail). The dealer informed the consumer, they wouldn't be able to replace the defective part until April 2014. The consumer wanted to know if gm was responsible for paying for a rental vehicle, until the vehicle could be fixed.
The contact owns a 2003 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that while driving various speeds, smoke emitted from the radio. Upon inspection, it was found that the radio wires were burnt. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 150,000.