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2006 Mercedes-Benz C230 vs 2006 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.

Metric2006 Mercedes-Benz C2302006 Saturn Ion
NHTSA complaints1161,235
Recall campaigns54
Service bulletins (TSBs)60739
Investigations12
Crash reports644
Fire reports07
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)21–2223–26
Median reported incident mileage74,161 mi67,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentMercedes-Benz C230Saturn Ion
Steering6544
Electrical System6392
Fuel System, Gasoline2127
Fuel/propulsion System1111
Air Bags2661
Engine3041
Power Train2836
Engine and Engine Cooling2330

Symptoms owners describe

Check engine light2520
Stalling869
Loss of power865
Misfire / rough idle50
Shifting problems50
Steering problems0132
Won’t start048
Airbag warning light013

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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.