general problems of the 2004 Saturn ION - part 1

The car doesn't always want to release the key. I have to stick my finger up in the column to push the little button to release it which is not convenient at all. It seems to do it if the wheels aren't completely straight. But still even with the steering wheel straight, sometimes it wont come out if its on a slight hill. Ive had a new key made and it makes no difference, no check engine light and auto technician said the ignition looks fine. Ive read tons of reports like this on the 2004 Saturn Ion 2-why isn't this being addressed?.

The contact owns a 2004 Saturn Ion. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, excessive force was needed to maneuver the steering wheel on several occasions. The power steering assist warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that he replaced the electric power steering motor; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was not taken to a local dealer or independent mechanic for additional diagnostic test or repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

Power steering sticks. I take a 55mph curve and the steering wheel doesn't come back to center. It wants to take me off the roadway.

The contact owns a 2004 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle loss power steering without warning. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle and the vehicle operated as intended. Additionally, the windows rolled up and down independently. The contact also stated there was an abnormal fuel outside the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed. A dealer was not contacted however, the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact was referred to the local dealer to have the vehicle diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 172,639.

We have been having trouble removing the key from the ignition the past few days. As I was making a left turn the steering wheel locked then made a loud popping sound. Now the steering wheel just spins in a complete circle and does not turn the wheels. I was in motion in a parking lot.

Tl- the contact owns a 2004 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that the vehicle's steering would become difficult to maneuver intermittently, then suddenly function properly. The contact took the vehicle to the dealership (vera Cadillac located at 300 s university dr, pembroke pines, FL 33025 phone number: 954) 417-8998 ) who were unable to identify the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was not aware of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 244,000. Gl.

I recently bought a 2004 Saturn Ion 1 from a private party. I was not aware that there is a recall on the the elecrtic power steering assist. The dealer in my area says the recall has expired and they are refusing to fix it. I bought this car may 2019 used every dollar I had to buy it. Im a single mother of 4, I live in a small town there is nothing for jobs here. I work part time at a fast food resturant and can barley afford to feed my family. I just spent 2000. 00 on this car and cant risk driving it now that this is an issue. I have kids to get back and forth to school and a job to report to everyday I need my car fixed ASAP.

Tl the contact owns a 2004 Saturn Ion. While driving, the power steering assist warning indicator illuminated and the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The vehicle was driven without power steering ability to the contact's residence. The contact called schumacher Chevrolet of denville (located at 281 us-46 e, denville, NJ 07834, (973) 644-7584) to schedule an appointment and was informed that the part was not available. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The contact stated that the VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 14v153000 (steering). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 17,800.

Tl- the contact owns a 2004 Saturn Ion. . The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v153000 (steering). The contact stated while going reverse, check power steering warning message was illuminated. The vehicle seized and the engine failed to restart. The contact has not notified local dealer. The vehicle has not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer has not been informed of failure. The failure mileage was 147,000. Dp.

The steering wheel just stopped. It stiffened up as if the car was turned off while I was driving nearly causing me to crash. I took the car to the dealership to ask them to consider repairing the problem based upon the fact that there are so many (400,000 Saturn Ions on the road) complaining of the same problem. GMC told me that since the vehicle has no recall; they could not repair my car.

While on a neighbor hood driving at approx. 35 mph I steering while was difficult to turn and then locked itself in straight position. It is parked next to home on city curb side.

The power steering stops working while you are driving without notice . When you are truning it is hard,also the bearing and struts are also very ruff. Almost had a wreck when turing.

I purchase this car on 04/12/2018 from a local dealer, everything worked fine, until 2 days later. I was driving on the highway when suddenly the steering became hard to turn. I then parked the car for a few day when I started it up steering worked alright for about a half minute, the stopped working again.

The contact owns a 2004 Saturn Ion. After starting the engine, the power steering sensor remained illuminated and the steering wheel became very difficult to turn. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed. The local dealer (pellagrino Chevrolet in westville, NJ) was notified of the failure and a service appointment was scheduled. The manufacturer was also notified and the contact was informed that the vehicle was previously serviced in November of 2011 per an unknown recall. The failure mileage was 98,000.

Tl the contact owns a 2004 Saturn Ion. While driving various speeds, the power steering suddenly malfunctioned and the steering wheel became very difficult to turn in either direction. In addition, "power steering" displayed on the instrument panel. The failure was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were not notified. The failure mileage was 111,000.

No power steering at low speed or after more than 5 minutes driving. Very hard to steer. No control of the car.

After stopping at an intersection and preparing to turn left, the car could not steer to the left. As he car drifted forward the steering became easier and the car was able to negotiate the turn. As the car picked up speed, the steering appeared to be normal until approaching another 90 degree right hand turn (1/2 mile away from the stop in which it was hard to turn). Not knowing what was happening with the vehicle, he slowed down to negotiate the right hand turn and the car failed to steer right leading him straight thru and into an oncoming vehicle. This vehicle was in the shop one week after we purchased it to have the ignition switch replaced. After having the ignition switch replaced the problem with the steering occurred. There was much damage done to the car and our insurance picked up the cost of the other drivers damages. This was our sons first car and a terrible experience. The car was towed by gm to a dealership that deamed the car safe. He said that the steering shaft was rusty which caused the accident. We had a claim thru gm due to the steering recall and they denied us since the dealership that looked at the car deemed it to be safe. We took it to another garage that told us that it is not safe and not to put our son back in it until we speak to you about how to move forward. The vehicle can be replaced, but our son cannot!!! he was very lucky that the accident was not more severe. We will not put him or anyone else back in that car if nothing is done to prevent it again. We don't feel that it's our financial responsibility to have the parts replaced. Please let us know if there are any options available to us in regards to this situation. We are dissatisfied with gm and the dealer that said the car was safe. Our sons life is at stake and the poor decisions of the dealership and gm have created a potentially critical situation. Thanks.

The contact owns a 2004 Saturn Ion. While pulling out of a gas station at approximately 1-5 mph, the power steering malfunctioned and caused the contact to use significantly more effort to move the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to an independent dealer or mechanic. The vehicle was repaired according to NHTSA campaign number: 14v153000 (steering) approximately one year prior to this incident. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.

Tl-the contact owns a 2004 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph, the steering became inoperable and making grinding noise. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle has not been diagnosed or repaired. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v153000 (steering) the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. Tw.

The contact owns a 2004 Saturn Ion. While driving approximately 20 mph, the ability to steer seized without warning. The contact had to maneuver the vehicle to the side of the road to a complete stop. The vehicle was driven to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 82,348.

The contact owns a 2004 Saturn Ion. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 14v047000 (air bags, electrical system), 14v171000 (electrical system), and 14153000 (steering); however, the parts to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

Talked to service dept of anthony Chevrolet on 12/12/2014 about the recall on my Saturn was told it would be about 7-10 days to get the part and they would call to make apt to repair the steering. Called back after about 1 month and not hearing back was told there was a supply problem. I stopped by the service dept today 2/16/2015 and was told gm would not send them the part for some reason and I would need to go to a dealer in a different town for this recall. Per the letter I received I could take my Ion t o any gm dealer to have the recall work performed. I do not have the time to take the car out of town to have the recall work performed. Please advise what I'm to do.

Was on way home car started going to the right and when tried to correct it car wouldn't turn left kept going into a tree and car is now damaged. Over two months ago gm sent out somebody to look at car this was around October 15 and have not heard a word back from anybody. Which isn't a surprise because the accident happened September 13 and we were given the run around from the beginning. Appointments made and not kept, phone calls transferred from one person to another all with different answers and responses. My question to you is when is somebody going to contact us and give us some answers? I took the car in for the first call back and had no problems but this is ridiculous, not only has nothing been done or said but the air bags didn't even go off but the car had to be towed away and the adjuster you sent out said he didn't know why as we were told it was because it was between the censors. I wasn't born yesterday but didn't say anything was waiting for the report. Still waiting, I know we live in a rural area but three months is a little long to wait don't you think?.

My name is michele jones. I own a 2004 Saturn Ion. I have owned it for about 5 years. There has been many recalls including power steering recall that we had repaired 08/28/2014 1. 5 yrs ago and 15,000miles. The problem is back. The problem has been back for a while. I got hold of gm dealer and gm themselves and they told us they did recall now its our problem. The issue is you loose power steering and my daughter is the one that drives the car and she is only 100 lbs and when the car looses power steering she can not control the car. This is a real safety issue and I need help resolving this issue. We have filed complaint with many deptartments please someone help. The dealer is st jay auto Buick GMC 500 memorial drive st jaohnsbury, vt 05819 802-748-1355 my info is michele and richard jones 2503 beebe road, newport, vt 05855 802-766-8029 or 802-323-3594 VIN# 1g8av12f74z107717.

While traveling approximately 15 mph to make a turn, the steering suddenly stopped and was unable to complete the turn. The vehicle's driver side front tire struck the curb and went up on the curb. This resulting in serious damage to undercarriage. (axle broke). Had knowledge of the recall and the local dealership has not had the parts to fix the steering/ignition.

2004 Saturn Ion. Consumer writes in regards to ignition switch and power steering recalls. The consumer is seeking reimbursement in the amount of $ 730. 22 for the replacement of the ignition switch and power steering.

Ignition recall. Took car to keyes GMC woodland hills CA 2 times and they changed ignition but did not fix problem. Now they want $500 to fix "shifter". I think it is still key ignition. Made complaint to gm #71-1332640395. Called gm twice 866 790-5700 for decision and no reponse.

07/06/2014 - as I was driving in a parking lot, I, all of a sudden, heard the warning sound and noticed that my steering wheel got stiff making it much more difficult to steer. I looked at my dashboard to see "pwr str" flashing on my dashboard. I pulled up on the side of the lot, parking perpendicular to the lines in the parking lot as it was impossible to turn into a parking space with my steering wheel problem. This power steer issue came up again today (07/26/2014) as I was driving home in a fairly busy street. I was able to pull over onto the shoulder this time. But this problem has happened to me 4-5 times in a span of 20 days.

The contact owns a 2004 Saturn Ion. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 mph, a chime sounded and followed by a complete loss of power steering. The warning indicator also illuminated during the steering malfunction; however, the contact continued to drive the vehicle. After the vehicle was turned off and restarted the vehicle operated normally. There was a related recall under NHTSA campaign id number 14v153000 (steering) however, the part was unavailable. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 75,000. Updated 8/19/cn.

Took my Saturn in yesterday for the recall on the ignition switch-got a phone call from the dealer saying that the housing for the switch also needs replacing, but gm will not cover it and I need to pay for that part and the labor. The switch can not be replaced unless this housing is replaced, but now they want me to pay for it even though the recall says this should be at no cost to me. I called gm and they are saying that the housing is not covered in the recall. According to the recall information, I should be able to get reimbursed for having to replace the switch, but first I had to replace it again, which is what I was trying to do. What can I do about this? it does not make since to me. Have me do the recall and then attach a charge for it because you can not do it unless you replace something else. Is the not a problem of a "causal part"? if this not a problem for your agency, please refer me to an agency that can handle this. I am currently awaiting more information from the gm dealer, fremont Chevrolet. As of now, they have my Saturn torn apart and are "thinking" of what they can do for me.

The contact owns a 2004 Saturn Ion. The contact received a notification for recall NHTSA campaign id number 14v153000 (steering) and stated that the vehicle was not serviced under the recall because the remedy part was unavailable to perform the repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the problem. The contact had not experienced a failure.

My car war just repaired for the recall ignition, however, it is still not working right. Not only that, but the power steering is going off and on. The power steering went off twice on my way home after I picked it up from the dealer, almost causing an accident. I had to pull to the side of the road twice. I contacted the dealer, but they show nothing on the power steering. This is the only vehicle my family has, and I'm afraid to drive the car. Iit is not safe! I have had files open since 2008 about the power steering, and other issues. Saturn is aware of the issues. I have had to have the power steering replaced twice.

The contact owns a 2004 Saturn Ion. While driving at various speeds, the power steering suddenly malfunctioned and became difficult to turn. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 124,000.

My Saturn has had problems with the a/c unit the dial has gotten to were it won't work and the defrost doesn't work. It has been like that for about 7 yrs. My has car has cut off on me twice. Once this year and last year. Now the most recent one was on April 25 2014. It was around 3:30 pm. Here in richmond va it was a really bad thunder and lighting storm. I started to smell a burning smell, the brakes were acting strange I was able to stop at stop light and while I was a red light I heard a high pitched beeping sound and the warning lights came on. My car was towed. And the henrico county beat aaa to pull it to royal chevy. The cops had my placed at impound lot. And I finally did it towed to royal chevy on April 26 2014. Royal chevy has agreed to pay for my rental. I saw on this website there are 10 recalls on here and gm has only told me about 2 of the recalls not of the other 8.

I was driving along and suddenly, the power steering stopped working. Was in the passing lane moving back into the travel lane when without warning there was no power steering. No alarms went of warning me something was not working properly. I was able to get off the highway but had a harder time making turns on the side streets. I have never before heard of the problems that are suddenly affecting y car.