NHTSA recall 04V003000
Fuel system, gasoline
Saturn Ion
Reported Jan 5, 2004127,285 vehicles affectedGENERAL MOTORS CORP.Maker’s number 03068Built Jun 1, 2002 – Sep 30, 2003
The defect
Certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2.2L 4-cylinder (L61) engines were built with a fuel filter that could corrode prematurely on the exterior surface.
The risk
If corrosion on the exterior surface of the fuel filter progresses to the point of creating a hole in the shell, fuel droplets could form and drop to the ground. if an ignition source IS present, a fire could result.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel filter assembly. owner notification began on december 30, 2003. owners should contact saturn at 1-800-972-8876.