Steering Problems of Saturn ION - part 1

After I did the recall several years ago, the problem came back. The key will not come out of the ignition. It's happened many times.

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Power steering went out. I was driving and I was on the freeway and the steering wouldn't move like it should. It became very hard to steer so I exited off the highway and pulled in to a store barely missing the sign. I call a friend and had the car towed home and looked at. I was told the eps went out. The next time I started the car it said power steering on the odometer. The dealership said the recall was closed out already. But I still have no ability to steer the car. It sits unrepaired and I undrivable.

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The contact owns a 2006 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that the instrument panel and radio were intermittently inoperable. The contact stated that the ignition switch failed to turn to the off position as needed intermittently. Additionally, the contact stated while driving and turning the steering wheel to the right to make a right turn, the steering was significantly wobbly. The contact related the failure to NHTSA campaign numbers: 14v171000 (electrical system) and 14v153000 (steering). Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing a fuel leak. The vehicle was taken to the Subaru dealer where it was purchased. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. An unknown Chevrolet dealer was contacted and confirmed that the VIN was not included in a recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that unknown recalls were previously performed on the vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 85,200.

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While driving the car has issues with power steering when turning the wheel either direction the steering will lose power steering and jerk the opposite direction turning. I have almost been in numerous accidents now the worst going 75 on highway passing semi around a corner and it jerked and almost sent me right not the semi. This has happened numerous times as I was passing vehicles. Its not a steady no power steering it will do it out of the blue and anymore it's more times than not and again only when turning the wheel. It's scary. Our VIN # isn't specified with the recall but has serious power steering issue. No warning lamps or anything like that. We have not had this vehicle inspected yet by a dealership. As far as the incident date it's not one specific date. It does this every day the car is driven.

I have the power steering column issue that still needs to be fixed as advised by GMC of port richey, FL where I was promised my replacement vehicle even 10 or 20 yrs later if I bought another one. If on my walking tape recorders and contact lens, I pull off my brake peddle flat lining at least twice without crashing however he would grant me whatever 2 vehicles on the lots I chose as long as I had insurance. However, I do not have the money for the tow and corporates to include the police will not listen too. Please, contact me immediately for a more rapid communication please at 862-266-3530 or 727-377-4999.

The contact owns a 2007 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering column became inoperable, and the steering wheel locked up. The contact stated that the power steering warning light was illuminated. The contact stopped the vehicle and turned the vehicle off. The contact stated restarted the vehicle and was able to safely drive to her destination. The contact stated that the failure had occurred twice within six months. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000.

The contact owns a 2003 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced a loss of power steering assist. The contact restarted the vehicle to correct the failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the dealer confirmed that there was no recall associated with the VIN. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 173,000.

The contact owns a 2006 Saturn Ion. The contact stated while exiting a driveway and making a turn the steering wheel became without any warning. The contact checked the power steering fluid, but the vehicle had power steering fluid. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 90,000.

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.

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Power steering intermittently fails at random and steering wheel suddenly becomes immovable nearly causing serious accidents and endangerment to myself, my family, and others drivers on the roads.

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It says I have 0 I repaired recalls. I have had the powers steering fail 2x. More importantly, the ignition cylinder locks up and I can’t get my keys out. I have to wait most times after turning the car off - for 3-5 minutes through a series of clicking noises in the ignition before the key will release. It is concerning because sometimes I have to get out immediately and the keys don’t release. The car automatically locks itself and if I don’t roll the window down- I become locked out. It yesterday had a issue with ignition all together and I wonder if it’s related. I was made aware again there were many recalls on this issue and hoped to get it repaired. However it now states there are none unrepaired. I’m wondering if it is a ongoing problem with the vehicle, it’s repair parts etc and if it’s just not been addressed because it’s so old that so few are left on the road. Thank you. This is a increasing problem and a daily or every time I drive it issue now. I worry too the power steering will just go out in the interstate.

I will drive a short distance and my power steering goes out. Where my milage is there was a message that said pwr str.

The contact owns a 2005 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the power steering malfunctioned, and the steering wheel became very difficult to turn in either direction. During the failure, the power steering message was displayed. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The local dealer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was not contacted. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under the NHTSA campaign number: 14v153000 (steering) but the failure occurred. The failure mileage was 167,000.

We purchased this vehicle recently. 1 week later we discovered loss of power steering assist while attempting to parallel park. We spoke with the seller (repair shop) and they discovered the recall notice 14v153000: loss of power steering assist. When I attempted to schedule a recall service at a gm dealership it was shown that this vehicle already had this particular recall service performed on the vehicle. 1. Power steering assist 2. Loss of control of steering. 3. No (issue is intermittent) 4. No (original recall was performed though; it is happening again) 5. No warnings.

Rack and pinion is going bad, my mechanic said it's a common issue in these vehicles. When going around a corner it will want to float the opposite way, the steering will eventually get tight my mechanic said until I loose all steering. I am a single mother and have already replaced the whole front end on this vehicle pretty much. I know I've read so many others experiencing the same issues with their Saturn Ion, so I wanted to make it aware that this should be a recall and fixed before someone who knows nothing about vehicles ends up in a severe accident due to this big issue. Also the key don't want to come out most of the time. An there is an issue with the car not wanting to come out of park sometimes. Not to mention it eats ball joints like crazy every other month I'm replacing the ball joints in this car. If I could afford another vehicle trust me I would but I can't even save for a new car due to all the repairs I've made. It's just frustrating that so many people are having this issue and no mechanic wants to do the rack and pinion job with out charging a fortune.

My power steering kept cutting out. (been doing this for about 2 years now) while I was driving today the worst situation happened. I went to turn at an intersection and mid turn the power steering message appeared and my steering wheel tightened and straightened back out a little bit. I was trying to get into the turn lane but to avoid an accident I sped up to merge with the farthest lane and unfortunately I popped a tire and bent the rim. This needs to be addressed before someone gets killed. To be honest im scared to drive my own car after today.

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 2007 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the power steering was inoperable. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the power steering functionality returned after the vehicle was restarted. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA campaign number: 14v153000 (steering) which he linked to the failure however, the VIN was not included in the recall. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 139,000.

Difficult to steer or turn steering wheel.

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 2007 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that while driving the steering wheel was very difficult to turn in either direction. The abs and traction control warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed nor repaired. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 14v153000 (steering). Neither the manufacturer nor dealer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 127,000.

I slightly was going off the curve to the right I turned the wheel to get straight the steering went out I lost control I mashed breaks and nothing stopped the car veered to the right crashing into a utility pole, flipped and the front driver tire, hub and axe came completely off it was not struck by the pole. I was on a county road I be]believe that the suspension went out as well I know the steering did I had no control.

Steering errors.

Tl-the contact owns a 2005 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that when the key is in the ignition the vehicle steering wheel would move uncontrollable without warning. The vehicle was towed to the dealer by roadside assistance left at the dealer glenn h. Wright, bs 1517 w garvey Ave n, west covina, CA 91706 (626) 962-6061 for 6 days without any diagnose test begin done. The vehicle was not repaired. However, the faulkure recurred and the vehicle is unsafe to drive. The contact mention NHTSA campaign number: 14v153000( steering) as a possible solution to the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but no further assistance was taken the contact was provided a case number which at this time is unable. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000. Ck.

Tl the contact owns a 2007 Saturn Ion. While driving approximately 25 mph, the steering seized and the power steering indicator illuminated. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact to call the dealer. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 121,000.

Tl the contact owns a 2003 Saturn Ion. While driving at low speeds and parking the vehicle, the steering wheel seized. The contact also mentioned that the key would not eject out of the ignition. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures and informed the contact that the vehicle was repaired per an unknown recall and the recalled part would not be repaired again. The failure mileage was 138,000.

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 2007 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that the key became stuck in the ignition and was unable to be removed. The vehicle was not diagnosed by a dealer. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign numbers: 14v171000 (electrical system), 14v153000 (steering), and 14v047000 (air bags, electrical system). The contact did not recieve any recall notifications, but stated that the vehicle was experiencing failures related to the recall campaigns. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing and repairs. The results were not disclosed. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The failure mileage was not available.

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 2007 Saturn Ion. While driving at low speeds or when making turns, the steering wheel became difficult to steer and the power steering warning indicator illuminated. While in traffic, the contact powered off and restarted the vehicle. Afterwards, the vehicle operated normally. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 221,000. The VIN was not available.

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 power steering suddenly stopped working.

The same exact issue with the steering creating the 2014 recall has occurred again with this vehicle. It has very low mileage and is not driven that much. So the fact that the recalled part that was replaced by gm is once again having issues is distressing. The power steering went out during a local drive, less than 5 miles. There was a recall in 2014. Recall number: 14v153000. Recall date: 03/31/2014. Component: steering:electric power assist system. This should be monitored to determine if the replacement part is also defective.