2007 Saab 9-3 vs 2007 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 | 2007 Saab 9-3 | 2007 Saturn Ion |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 155 | 876 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 165 | 835 |
| Investigations | 3 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 38 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–22 | 23–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 64,220 mi | 66,778 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Saab 9-3 | Saturn Ion |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 4 | 408 |
| Electrical System | 12 | 215 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 130 |
| Air Bags | 65 | 65 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 79 |
| Engine | 18 | 34 |
| Suspension | 24 | 17 |
| Power Train | 3 | 19 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 10 | 38 |
| Rust / corrosion | 8 | 18 |
| Clunking / rattling | 7 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 6 | 0 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 5 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 97 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 41 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 24 |
2007 Saab 9-3
2007 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.