Air Bag On-off Switch Problems of Saturn ION - part 1

I have had intermittent issues with my passenger airbag light coming on and off. My vehicle has about 65,000 miles on it and I do not feel safe driving it with passengers. My gas cap light is on and off as well, and now, water is pooling on the floor for no reason after a dealer looked at my car. I have reported my airbag case to gm, as well as to the NHTSA hotline. I feel like airbag issues should be covered in all vehicles, particularly if there is no evidence of a crash. I do not have an airbag on/off switch, so I have no way to turn it on/off. My concern is that it may deploy for no reason, possibly injuring my passengers. All of my issues are on the passenger side of my car. (reported by friend of vehicle owner) no documentation other than case number info given to gm. Specific date just sept 2015.

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Within 2 months of having the first recall on the ignition switch repaired the airbag light on the dashboard will illuminate at random times. Some times it will stay on after starting the car and turning off at some point into the drive, or it will illuminate while driving, stay illuminated for a period of time and then shut off. Had the second recall that still impacted the key being able to be removed which required the gear shift to be replaced less than a year after the ignition switch was replaced. Since the second repair the air bag light illuminates more frequently. See many others have had the same issue since have the repairs completed. The air bag light never illuminate prior to recalls being repairs.

The contact owns a 2007 Saturn Ion. Shortly after the vehicle was repaired according to NHTSA campaign number: 14e021000 (electrical system: ignition switch), the air bag indicator illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer who stated that the illumination was not related to the recall repair. The failure mileage was 68,000.

After having the recall for the ignition switch problem completed, I began to have the "seatbelt warning" light stay on or "on and off" intermittently. The problem has occurred when starting the vehicle and while driving. At the same time the digital display on the radio began to flicker and become unreadable. I believe this is a serious problem and have seen other complaints for the same problem. My understanding is gm has refused to attribute the problem to the recall work or new ignition switch. I never had this problem until the recall word was done. Investigation is warranted in this case as it could be life threatening. It's not just a coincidence!.

Couple months ago I brought my can to gm because of the ignition switch recall. Last week I got a call from gm that my car was done and ready to be pick up. I noticed that the power of my car wasn't there, the passanger window was going down (when I dropped it off at gm it wouldnt go down), and my car charger wasn't working (when I dropped it off it the car was charging my phone same charger same phone). 2:00am today I hit a deer on my way to my parents house (im okay but dont know about the deer) but the air bags didn't deploy.

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I don't feel safe in this vehicle, I have experience how dangerous it could be if the ignition switch does malfunction. I fear for my safety and my families safety the air bags does not work and there is electrical issues with the windows. I don't know why geico insurance didn't find this car not to be an safety issue?.

The contact owns a 2003 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the power steering would suddenly malfunction making the steering wheel very difficult to turn. Also, the contact indicated that after the ignition switch was replaced due to the NHTSA recall campaign number 14e021000 (electrical) the air bag sensor light had illuminated and the horn would not operate. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 66,000.

2006 Saturn Ion. Consumer writes in regards to ignition switch and power steering recall notices. The consumer stated after the new ignition was installed, she proceeded to drive home. While driving, the steering mechanism lights lit up and a bing sound was heard. The consumer returned to the dealer, where they informed her, about a recall regarding the steering.

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2004 Saturn Ion. Consumer writes in regards to ignition switch recall notice information. The consumer was informed, the parts were not available.

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2005 Saturn Ion. Consumer writes in regards to the ignition switch recall and seeks reimbursement for repairs. The consumer stated after the recall was performed, the shifter had to be replaced, because the consumer was unable to remove the key from the ignition switch.

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Letter from senator nelson on behalf of constituent re his mother's Saturn Ion that has been recalled, due to ignition switch default. The consumer was informed, the parts were not available. The consumer was getting the run-around regarding the availability of parts.

2005 Saturn Ion. Consumer writes in regards to ignition switch recall. The part was not available to complete the recall. Also, the consumer was involved in an accident, and the air bag did not deploy.

While we we're stop at a stop sign, a vehicle crashed into us while making a turn. Our Ion air bags didn't deploy and now ignition switch will not turn off. We had Ion fix and also the recall on the power steering has been fix, but still has the problem of ignition switch not turning off. This is a problem with many Ions and it alarms me as to safety!.

The steering column assembly (including key switch, turn signal, wiper control, etc. ) was loose upon getting the vehicle back from the repairs for the key switch recall. This was not like this prior to the recall repairs and represents sloppy workmanship by dealership employees repairing the vehicle or poor design that won't stay tight. By this being loose, there could be damage to the wires or the wires could come unplugged inside the steering column. This would include air bag wires, key switch wires, etc. There would also be a possibility of fire if this problem isn't corrected as the wires could short out. I believe all the vehicles that have been repaired should be recalled again to check for this problem and repair them if it is found that it is loose.

Saturn Ion ignition switch has been replaced twice & my car still does the key sticks, doors won't unlock but now after dealer did work the air bags off and misfire #3 cylinder & shifter loose & shifter handle jiggles out of place. Timeline: may 7 2014 ordered ignition switch mark christopher Chevrolet may 18 key stuck ignition doors wouldn't unlock - finally able pull key out but car was still running without key towed to mcc car not safe to drive, may 19 4:35pm received call from service manager stating car is there & part still back ordered. From may 19 2014 until July 27 they had my car. But June 4th stopped by dealership after receiving a parking ticket on my plate #. The dealership told me my car was never towed to them. . Following day they called said it was there. I kept calling for updates over next 2 months no one called me back that was because service writer quit & my paperwork car etc was lost again. My car is in worse condition now . I'm perplexed at situation that gm allows dealerships give customer car was allegedly repaired back in worse condition where is the moral compass I really feel unsafe & scared I may cause an accident & hurt some innocent person because of my car not being fixed properly. Mcc has acknowledged car isn't fixed right they backordered shifter because they say that's the new problem stemming from ignition switch recall. . . . It's been painful and tiring struggle plus my car is worth nothing now 7502. 00 3 months ago kelly blue book. . . . Now they won't even give me 3000. 00 I'm almost ready to give up & just take the loss of money because they don't care about me, you or anyone on the road . . . Having a congressional investigation did nothing but insight the dealerships to become rude & accuse customers of "wanting 10years cars fixed for free" quote from the service manager at mcc. Very condescending & disrespectful.

2007 Saturn Ion. Consumer writes in regards to ignition switch recall notice. The consumer was involved in an accident, and the air bag did not deploy.

2005 Saturn Ion. Consumer writes in regard to concerns about ignition switch recall.

2006 Saturn Ion. Consumer writes in regards to ignition switch recall notice. The consumer stated the vehicle has been at the dealer for 3 weeks, due to lack of parts. Last year, the consumer's wife experienced the exact failure, the vehicle was being recalled for.

I had the ignition switch replaced about 4 months ago prior to the recall announcement. The air bag light had been going on and off ever since I bought the car. It was found at that time that a add on passive kill switch relay had been placed in the air bag relay location. Not long after the key would not come out of the ignition and the car could not be turned off which is when I took it to an auto repair shop who replaced it with another ignition. Now, the air bag light has been coming on while driving and then going off again. It looks like gm is still selling the faulty ignitions. I have received the recall notice. It says however that they do not have the working parts with no indication of when this deadly part can be replaced. What is one to do? yes, I saw their statement that we should park the car until the repair can be made - when ever, if ever, they bother to have the parts. How do I get around until then??? have there been any other reports of the issue that I reported on this site prior of the alarm going off at random times - no strong winds, trucks going by or persons around the vehicle even though I do not set the alarm on? I had to disconnect the battery until I got it to the shop days later but since it was not doing it then they could not find the issue. I suspect the entire electrical system in the Ion is faulty.

2004 Saturn Ion. Consumer writes in regards to ignition switch recall notice issues, air bag malfunction and several other vehicle problems. The consumer stated her daughter was involved in 3 accidents. Her daughter lost power and the vehicle stalled. When her daughter hit the other vehicle, the air bags did not deploy. Her daughter was injured. Also, the consumer had difficulty steering the vehicle.

2003 Saturn Ion. Consumer writes in regards to ignition switch recall. The consumer found it unacceptable that gm allowed the cover-up for so many years.

2003 Saturn Ion. Consumer writes in regards to ignition switch recall problems. The consumer began having problems with the ignition from the time, the vehicle was purchased. She took the vehicle to several dealers, but no was able to find a problem. Since, the recall was issued, the consumer is seeking reimbursement for the diagnostic fees.

2006 Saturn Ion. Consumer writes in regards to ignition switch recall notice issues. The consumer stated she experienced several incidents over the years, that made no sense, until she received the recall the notice in the mail .

The contact owns a 2007 Saturn Ion. The contact received NHTSA campaign number 14e021000 (ignition switch). After the vehicle was repaired under the recall the contact stated that he had not experienced these failures until the recall repair was performed. The contact stated that the "air bag" warning lights were illuminated intermittently. The contact stated that the horn blows without being depressed and the doors did not lock when the vehicle was shifted into drive. The failure recurred multiple times. The contact notified the dealer of the failure and was advised that the remedy for the recall did not have anything to do with the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 87,000.

My daughter was driving to work through a wintry mix precipitation when she lost control, was turned to the right into a guardrail, which heavily damaged the front end and caused her to spin coming to a stop on the road. The damage seems like it should have caused airbag deployment, but the airbag did not, and she struck her head on the steering wheel. She felt as though she hit a patch of slush that pushed her to the right. The vehicle is a total loss and in custody of my insurer. The following day I received in the mail the gm recall 14063 (14v-047). My concern is that is failure of the ignition switch, causing the engine to stop turning and the airbag to disable could have caused the loss of control, and the subsequent minor neck injury, and the total loss of an otherwise sound vehicle. My insurer was given the recall information and after review decided I should move forward with a claim against the manufacturer, and this avenue is detailed on page two of my recall mailing. Thank you.

The contact owns a 2007 Saturn Ion. The contact stated while driving in reverse approximately 2 mph there was a sudden increase in acceleration and the vehicle crashed into a brick wall. The air bags did not deploy. The ignition key independently released from the switch prior to the crash. In addition, the front driver's side seat belt unexpectedly detached which caused the driver to strike the dashboard. The contact sustained injury to the chest and head. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was destroyed and towed to the dealer. The contact stated the failure was a related to the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 14v047000 (air bags , electrical system). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact did not receive the recall notice until after the incident occurred. The approximate failure mileage was 27,600.

2007 Saturn Ion. Consumer writes in regards to several ignition switch replacement recall notices. The consumer stated she received the first recall notice in early March. Another month went by, and she received another letter. A few days ago, she received another letter. When she contacted the dealer, she was informed the parts were not available.

2006 Saturn Ion. Consumer writes in regards to ignition switch recall and seeks reimbursement for repairs.

In early January my mother was involved in a serious car accident while driving a 2003 Saturn iron. "I had no control over the car and it all happened so fast" my mother said. She hit a telephone pool then proceeded to roll down over a small hill and flipped, coming to a rest on a concrete divider. When responders arrived her ignition was off and the air bags did not deploy. She was hanging upside down for almost an hour until they were able to cut her out of the car. I have contacted gm and they confirmed that her car is part of the recent ignition switch recall. Please take the recall serious, it could save your l life, and others!.

2004 Saturn Ion. Consumer writes in regards to ignition switch recall notice and requests reimbursement for repairs. The consumer stated he/she experienced issues with the vehicle, prior to the recall being issued, but was always told the vehicle was not under warranty. The consumer was almost involved in several accidents, due to the defect. The ignition switch was eventually replaced.

2007 Saturn Ion. Consumer writes in regards to ignition switch recall notice. The consumer was involved in a one-car accident on December 13, 2013, totaling the vehicle. The consumer stated a vehicle in front of her braked, so she braked. However, the consumer hydroplaned and hit a wire fence in the middle of 2 highways. It tore the bumpers off the vehicle, damaged the front and rear windows, and sliced the tired. There was a large dent on top of the vehicle. Even after all of the damage, the air bags did not deploy. The consumer was injured. The consumer stated the key was in the ignition switch. However, it was already in the off position. Also, prior to the accident, the brakes would go all the way to the floor. However, the dealer was never able to duplicate the problem.

The contact owns 2003 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 mph, the vehicle stalled as the key was slightly touched by the contact. The vehicle was able to be restarted and the contact later discovered that the key could not be removed from the ignition. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number 14v047000 (air bags, electrical system) and stated that the ignition switch and lock cylinder was replaced under the recall however, the failure was recurring even after the recall repairs. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 123,000.

2003 Saturn Ion. Consumer writes in regards to ignition switch recall notice and seeks reimbursement for previous repairs.

2006 Saturn Ion. Consumer writes in regards to ignition switch reimbursement.

2004 Saturn Ion. Consumer writes in regards to ignition switch recall notice issues. The consumer stated the vehicle would not start. The problem has been going on for years. According to the latest invoice, the technician found the key binding in the housing. The ignition cylinder was replaced. The battery was replaced 3 times.