2003 Infiniti G35 vs 2003 Saturn Ion
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2003 Infiniti G35 | 2003 Saturn Ion |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 532 | 756 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 140 | 498 |
| Investigations | 0 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 15 | 43 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–20 | 24–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 87,000 mi | 72,178 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Infiniti G35 | Saturn Ion |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 220 | 381 |
| Steering | 1 | 139 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 67 | 58 |
| Visibility | 68 | 33 |
| Exterior Lighting | 54 | 31 |
| Engine | 62 | 20 |
| Power Train | 22 | 55 |
| Air Bags | 17 | 49 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 79 | 81 |
| Check engine light | 34 | 9 |
| Loss of power | 12 | 23 |
| Oil consumption | 8 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 7 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 7 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 5 | 0 |
2003 Infiniti G35
2003 Saturn Ion
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.