2005 Jaguar X-Type vs 2005 Saturn Ion
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2005 Jaguar X-Type | 2005 Saturn Ion |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 25 | 573 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 47 | 584 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 31 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–20 | 23–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 46,000 mi | 62,085 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Jaguar X-Type | Saturn Ion |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 0 | 265 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 227 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 34 |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 | 31 |
| Power Train | 2 | 28 |
| Engine | 0 | 22 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 0 | 21 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 18 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 0 | 62 |
| Stalling | 0 | 46 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 30 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 26 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 11 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 6 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 5 |
2005 Jaguar X-Type
2005 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.