2004 Chrysler Sebring vs 2004 Saturn Ion
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2004 Chrysler Sebring | 2004 Saturn Ion |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 220 | 898 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 75 | 525 |
| Investigations | 0 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 21 | 51 |
| Fire reports | 12 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–24 | 23–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 42,000 mi | 70,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chrysler Sebring | Saturn Ion |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 23 | 331 |
| Steering | 8 | 345 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 52 | 33 |
| Air Bags | 32 | 52 |
| Power Train | 23 | 60 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 20 | 27 |
| Suspension | 26 | 19 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 36 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 51 | 41 |
| Hesitation / surging | 23 | 9 |
| Airbag warning light | 11 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 9 | 7 |
| Rust / corrosion | 9 | 20 |
| Clunking / rattling | 7 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 6 | 9 |
| Overheating | 6 | 0 |
2004 Chrysler Sebring
2004 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.