Fuel Pump problems of the 2006 Saturn ION - part 2

2006 Saturn Ion. Consumer states in June 2011 the vehicle developed a strong odor of gasoline the consumer took the vehicle to an auto care center, where he was informed of a recall. The consumer then contacted Saturn customer service and was informed that general motors would be releasing recalls in a batch and they were waiting for the parts. The consumer took the vehicle to a local dealer and was informed the vehicle was not covered under warranty for a fuel leak. The consumer approved the repair estimate of $500 for the replacement of the fuel pump, because evidence showed fuel was leaking from the pump. Saturn advised the consumer to contact them, once he received the recall letter so he could be reimbursed, but until then, there was nothing they could do.

The contact owns a 2006 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that there was a crack in the fuel pump, resulting in a strong odor of fuel inside of the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). The vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic where the fuel pump was replaced. The failure mileage was 72,000. Updated 08/11/lj.

The contact owns a 2006 Saturn Ion. While driving approximately 35 mph, the contact smelled a fuel odor inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they detected a significant amount of fuel leaking consistently. The technician stated the fuel pump module would need to be replaced. There was a recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump). The VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 59,000.

The contact owns a 2006 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that the smell of fuel was excessive inside the garage. The contact noticed NHTSA campaign id number: 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline, delivery:fuel pump). The contact called the manufacturer regarding the recall who stated that the VIN was included in the recall but the vehicle was registered in state not covered by the recall. The manufacturer stated that they would call with a decision regarding a recall in 24 hours. The contact had not received a return call from the manufacturer. The contact called the dealer regarding the recall. The dealer stated the manufacturer had to confirm the recall before they could perform a remedy repair. The contact stated the manufacturer had not responded in a timely fashion to the safety issue that could cause a fire. The failure mileage was 124,400.

The contact owns a 2006 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to a local mechanic for routine maintenance. The contact was advised that there was a fuel leak caused by a faulty fuel pump. There was fuel leaking from the fuel tank and dripping down the side of the vehicle. The manufacturer was contacted and stated there was no recall for the vehicle and provided no further assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 60,000.

There was a special policy that involved a gm recall of 53,000 chevy cobalt, pontiac g5 and Saturn Ion models for a fuel leak because of a faulty modular reservoir assembly on the fuel pump module that cracks. Within that recall were specifically 2006 and 2007 Saturn Ions. The recall included alabama, arkansas, California, florida, georgia, hawaii, louisiana, mississippi, north carolina, new mexico, oklahoma, south carolina, tennessee, and texas. This is exactly what happened to my car. I was driving and I gradually smelled gasoline. An independent mechanic confirmed there was a gas leak. This was a big safety concern because the car could have exploded if someone threw a lit cigarette out of the window from another car while I was driving on the highway. I brought the car to the chevy dealership and the service department confirmed it was the fuel pump module and that my VIN wasn't covered under the recall. I called Saturn to complain about it. Then they called the dealership and then Saturn called me back and told me that based on the information they have gathered, it was not a defect. A fuel pump module typically lasts the life of the car and doesn't crack. This was clearly a defective part, especially considering that they acknowledged the defect in 53,000 other 2006 Saturn Ions. Saturn should clearly compensate me for this repair and acknowledge that this is a much wider safety issue than they originally openly admitted to.

1. No special events leading up to failure 2. Needs new fuel pump module kit due to cracks in plastic tubing. Car leaks flammable gas vapor at this time-could lead to liquid leakage. 3. Local mechanic has ordered new fuel pump module kit to fix problem.

The contact owns a 2006 Saturn Ion. While driving approximately 65 mph, the vehicle was filled with a fuel odor. The smell was coming from the rear of the vehicle and there was a fuel leak under the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician stated the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.

There is a very strong smell of fuel in the cab of the vehicle and outside the vehicle. The fuel pump seems to have a leak.

I own a 2006 Saturn Ion and it has a crack in the fuel pump which is leaking fuel and I'm being told that my VIN is not eligible for the recall that is for this exact problem in the fuel pump.

2006 Saturn Ion. Consumer states vehicle is leaking gas from the fuel pump the consumer was informed his vehicle identification number was not included in the recall.

The contact owns a 2006 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that there was a fuel leak from the fuel pump area. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact told that the vehicle was not included in recall 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump) and would be responsible for repair costs. The contact called the manufacturer and verified the information the dealer stated. The failure mileage was approximately 78,000.

The contact owns a 2006 Saturn Ion. While the vehicle was parked, the contact smelled a strong odor of fuel outside of the vehicle. Also, she observed fuel leaking from the fuel tank onto the ground. There was a recall under NHTSA campaign id number 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The contact scheduled an appointment with an authorized dealer for diagnosis. The failure mileage was approximately 29,750.

Nhtsa campaign id number: 09v419000. Fuel leakage. I had the same exact problem with my 2006 Saturn Ion but yet it is not covered under the recall due to it being registered in colorado. I had to replace the part myself at $400. I saved the original fuel pump just in case you decide to add colorado to the recall list for this. Why would the same exact problem that is listed in the recall not be covered due to a different state. I think this is unfair.

The contact owns a 2006 Saturn Ion 2. The contact stated that the fuel pump was leaking. The contact was told there is a recall for the fuel pump on the vehicle under NHTSA campaign id number: 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). The manufacturer advised that the vehicle was not included in the recall. The VIN was not accepted. The failure mileage was 26,500 and the current mileage was 27,432.

A week ago I started to get the smell of fuel inside the. Car. I got so bad after a week that you can smell it as you get out of the car. The car started to miss and jerk while I was driving. I took it to my mechanic and said it was the fuel pump. My mechanic is charging me $310. 00 for the pump, and $120. 00 for labor.

Fuel pump cracked, leaking fuel- in missouri.

The contact owns a 2006 Saturn Ion. While the vehicle was being service by a local mechanic, the contact was advised that the vehicle exhibited a fuel leak. The contact stated he had previously smelled gasoline intermittently from the rear of the vehicle but did not inspect further. The contact was able to locate a recall for the failure (NHTSA campaign id number: 09v419000: fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump) but was advised by the dealer that his VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 91,000.

The contact owns a 2006 Saturn Ion. While driving approximately 25 mph, the contact smelled a strong odor of fuel inside of the vehicle. The failure would occur at any given speed; and when the vehicle was stationary. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they stated the failure was related to the fuel pump. The contact experienced similar failures as mentioned in the recall defect under the NHTSA campaign id number 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump). The VIN was excluded from the recall. The vehicle was not repaired for the malfunction. The failure mileage was 91,000.

Car was slow to start. Took the Saturn Ion to dealership for check up. Mechanic smelled gasoline and noticed leakage. Upon mechanic inspection of part, found cracks in fuel pump and leakage from fuel tank. Mechanic replaced fuel pump and tank at my expense. Car was bought new in 2006 and has 54,000 miles. Dealer refuses to honor recall because VIN number does not match current recall list.

Smell of gas coming from the car. Upon further investigation supply/return line from top of fuel pump has developed a crack. Replaced fuel pump to resolve issue. There is a recall already for this however it's only effecting 2 states. Nhtsa 09v419000.

Over the nine months that I drove the vehicle after purchase, a strong smell of gasoline continually entered the cabin while the car was being operated and could be smelled outside of the vehicle as well. The car also gradually became harder to start, turning longer than normal. The odor continued to get stronger and more frequent until I discovered via an online search that there had been a recall involving the fuel pump cracking for the same model and year in arizona and nevada. I called Saturn to verify that my vehicle was not involved in that recall since I was not the original owner. I took the car to be fixed where after an inspection of the fuel system where a leak was found coming from the top of the tank, it was determined that the fuel pump module needed to be replaced. The final cost for an aftermarket pump, initial inspection, and labor came to $657 dollars. I had a pre-purchase inspection on the vehicle before purchasing. The mechanic noted that there was a fuel stain on the tank, but he believed it to be inactive and leftover from possible prior work done on vehicle. So pump failure may have began earlier than the stated mileage.

After going out to dinner key would not come out of ignition. This is the second time this has happen since owning car. First time it happen was on 10/21/07 (mileage 22,006). I took car to Saturn dealer. Ignition was fixed on 10/22/2007 ignition replaced no charges cover by dealer warranty. Second time it happen was on 3/31/2010 took car to Saturn dealer next day 4/01/2010 9 am. (mileage 37,369) they did not have part so I was charged shipping charges ($15) to get part to Saturn dealer. Extended warranty we purchased cover parts & labor. They replaced shifter assembly. Shifter assembly was causing key to stick to ignition dealer claims. Our car was returned on 4/02/2010 at 3 pm. . My Saturn Ion 2006 has had several problems recently 1/30/2010 (mileage 35,987)the car had been smelling like gas inside & outside of car I took to dealer was told fuel was leaking from fuel pump they replace fuel pump module. Extended warranty we purchased covered cost labor & parts. A month later we received a notice from Saturn about the fuel pump problem. We are afraid that these problems will reoccur. Car is well taken care of, dealer is only one who services car.

After experiencing lower fuel economy and a smell of gas we had the car checked at an independent garage. The determination was a cracked fuel port on the modular reservoir of the fuel pump, causing a gas leak. We had the modular assembly replaced at our own expense before finding out there was a recall being started. We have the old part in our possesion.

I smelled gasoline after I would exit the vehicle since I bought it in sept. Of 2009. Investigated the cause and found gasoline coming down the side of the gas tank. Removed gas tank, and found that the plastic supply or return port on the modular reservoir assembly was cracked and leaking fuel. I did some research and found that in oct. Of 2009 there was a recall for 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. My car is a 2006 but the car was originally sold in the state of FL and I purchased the car from a Saturn dealer in nc but they had purchased it at an auction in FL earlier in the 2009 year. By build date my car was very close to being a 2007. I contacted gm and they informed me that my car was not covered by this recall. An oem fuel pump assembly was purchased and installed by myself.

2006 Saturn Ion, 49000 mi. Fuel pump leak. Nhtsa campaign # 09v419000. No dealers are aware of this gm recall # 090226. How long is it going to take to start getting reimbursements? repairs are over $600. 00.

Fuel pump leaking on 2006 Saturn Ion as described in campaign id 09v419000 gm recall 090226. Gm and Saturn would not cover this as stated in the report for the exact same problem. I only received a discount on the part. Fuel pump and fuel fitter replaced.

The contact owns a 2006 Saturn Ion. She smelled a strong odor of fuel in and outside of the vehicle. Upon further inspection she noticed a puddle of gasoline outside of the fuel tank. Her vehicle identification number was excluded from recall campaign id number 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline;delivery;fuel pump). The vehicle was in the process of being towed to an authorized dealer for inspection. The failure mileage was 71,000. The current mileage was 72,500.

Emissions light would come on, smell of gasoline, car would suddenly reduce to half power while driving. Would have to pull over and get out, remove the gas cap, let the fumes out, and car would restore to normal power. This went on for a year and one half. Saturn agency could not find the problem. Finally Saturn did some sort of bypass and problem ceased but car drove sluggishly. Few months passed without any problem. Two weeks ago strong odor of gasoline. The fuel pump was leaking and was replaced. Car has significantly more power with new fuel pump however this week the emissions light came on again and has stayed on but no loss of power experienced as of yet. Slight odor of gasoline again.

The contact owns a 2006 Saturn Ion 3. While parked she smelled a strong odor of fuel inside and outside of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician stated the failure was contributed to the fuel pump line. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for the replacement of the fuel pump. The failure mileage was 55,200. The current mileage was 55,778.

Fuel leak due to failed fuel pump seals. Fuel pump didn't fail, but the seal failed. Had to replace the complete fuel pump and assemble. Fuel was leaking from the fuel tank along with gas fumes around car. None dealer mech. Stated that the seal shouldn't fail. Also none dealer mech stated the car was a bomb on 4 wheels.

Smell of gas at back of car on passenger side. Took vehicle to have oil changed and they found gasoline leaking. Saturn dealership pointed out one of the fuel lines had cracked. I bought the car 2 months before the problem was discovered. Had to replace the entire fuel pump assembly. This was a recall on the 2004 Ion. Did they really fix the problem from the 2004 or does the 2006 have the same problem. Phone interview (August 4, 2009): the complainant indicated that the fuel tank had not been removed previously as far as she knows. The repair invoice indicates that the fuel pump was leaking and was replaced.

The contact owns a 2006 Saturn Ion2. The contact stated after parking the vehicle he notice there was fuel leak all around the vehicle. After checking his vehicle and speaking with a technician he was told the failure occurred from his fuel pump leaking and needed to be replaced. He went to a dealer to purchase the fuel pump. The fuel pump was not available and had to be ordered he did not notify the manufacture as yet in regards to the fuel leak. The failure mileage was 58,000. Bl.

The contact owns a 2006 Saturn Ion. A mechanic at a local repair facility repaired the fuel tank at an expense of $310. 00. , due to a crack. Several weeks after the repair she smelled a strong odor of gasoline. The vehicle was taken back to the repair facility for inspection. The technician was in the process of repairing the fuel pump plastic seal. She was advised that her vehicle identification number was excluded from recall # 09v419000(fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). The failure mileage was 43,000. The current mileage was 46,000.

Fuel pump has a crack where hoses connected to pump. Saturn has issued a recall for certain years but does not cover mine even though the info I found on your website supports that they should.