2005 Saturn Ion fuel system problems
Owners reported fuel system problems in 27 complaints for the 2005 Saturn Ion, 4% of the complaints on file.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 27 4% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 115,000 miles 20 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 0
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When fuel system problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 2 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 0 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 0 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 0 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 3 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 8 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 2 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 1 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 0 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 1 |
| 200k+ miles | 3 |
What the data shows
Of the 20 fuel system complaints that report mileage, the median is about 115,000 miles, and 10% were reported before 60,000 miles.
None of the fuel system complaints mention a crash, fire, injury or death.
What owners wrote
Upon driving the indicator lights illuminated the dashboard. Consumer stated that the fuel gauge did not indicate how much gas was in the vehicle. The speedometer failed. Consumer contacted saturn, they checked the vehicle three times but the problem recurred.
This car leaks fuel when filled and you can smell fuel coming from the car at all times. The check engine light is on and the code indicates that fuel is evaporating from the tank. This make and model has been recalled in several southern states where the fuel evaporates more quickly due to the temperature. The problem is worse as the temperature increases. Mr. Goodwrench and GM refuse to correct this problem without charging for their own diagnosis.
Other problems reported for the 2005 Saturn Ion
- Steering 270 complaints
- Electrical system 232 complaints
- Engine 37 complaints
- Air bags 34 complaints
- Lighting 31 complaints
- Cruise control 18 complaints
- Drivetrain & axles 16 complaints