2003 Saturn ION 1 review from North America
"Another typical General Motors poorly designed, engineered and assembled automobile"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The front end bushings were squeaking and have been lubricated and then finally replaced.
The steering made a rubbing noise and has been lubricated twice.
Ignition switch failed on a very cold morning and needed to be replaced.
Clutch switch was poorly adjusted, causing intermittent starting problems.
Car had blown several turn signal bulbs which has now been corrected under a vehicle recall.
There is wind noise coming in from the left side of the car at highway speeds.
General comments?
Other than the price, there is very little to be excited about with this car.
I can live with all the little flaws because I only purchased an Ion 1 and knew that I was basically getting what I paid for. I would be very upset if I had spent more money and purchased an Ion 2 or Ion 3 and had all these problems.
Recommended Reviews:
  | The 2004 Saturn Ion is stylish and affordable, yet odd and misleading |
| I will never buy a Saturn or GM ever again |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model Year | 2003 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.2 Ecotech Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 5/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 70 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 24000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Saturn SL |
| Date of Entry | 10th April, 2005 |