Front Suspension Lower Control Arm Problems of Saturn ION

Saturn ION owners have reported 5 problems related to front suspension lower control arm (under the suspension category). The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Front Suspension Lower Control Arm problem of the 2004 Saturn ION

Failure Date: 04/14/2016

The contact owns a 2004 Saturn Ion. While driving 25 mph, the front passenger side wheel became lodged into the wheel well. Upon further investigation, the contact noticed the front lower control arm failed. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, but was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was not aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 125,000. The VIN was not available.

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2 Front Suspension Lower Control Arm problem of the 2007 Saturn ION

Failure Date: 05/28/2010

2007 Saturn Ion. Consumer states several problems with vehicle the lower front lower control arms and front sway bar links had to be replaced on both sides. The mechanic stated there were pieces of the control arm laying on the frame. Updated 11/19/10. Updated 11/19/jb.

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3 Front Suspension Lower Control Arm problem of the 2007 Saturn ION

Failure Date: 04/21/2010

The contact owns a 2007 Saturn Ion. While the vehicle was being repaired by the dealer, the contact complained of a noise underneath the vehicle. The contact was advised that the drivers side lower control arm bushing and the rotors needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The current mileage was 22000. The failure mileage was 16000. Updated 08/11/10. Updated 08/18/10.

4 Front Suspension Lower Control Arm problem of the 2006 Saturn ION

Failure Date: 05/19/2009

The contact owns a 2006 Saturn Ion. While driving approximately 5 mph he encountered a bump in the driveway. There was also a loud rattling noise outside of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician stated the failure was contributed to both front lower arm bushings. The vehicle has not been repaired at this time. The failure mileage was 26,000. Updated 2/22/10 updated 05/13/10.

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5 Front Suspension Lower Control Arm problem of the 2004 Saturn ION

Failure Date: 06/23/2006

2004 Saturn Ion right front tire worn down to metal. Then right front lower arm broke into causing a crash. No corrections were done. Saturn CO. Said it wasn't a faulty part. Said part broke when hitting a the curb. Curb was hit because no control of steering.


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