Power steering goes out approximately 10 to 15 minutes into driving with warning bell and error "pwr str" on the dash indicator. When I restart the car, power steering returns for another 10 to 15 minutes and fails again. This will continue as long as I drive the car.

- Yuba City, CA, USA

Driving 2007 Saturn Ion recently, on interstate 25 and the steering power light came on, I was traveling at about 70 miles an hour and the steering wheel stiffened rapidly. I was able to guide the car to the shoulder of the interstate and look in the manual for help. I did what the manual instructed, by turning the steering wheel both directions several times to loosen the grip. On a four hour road trip I had to stop several times to "loosen the steering wheel". nearly caused on accident once I was back in my hometown, driving 25 miles an hour and the steering wheel tightened again and it was quite hard to redirect the car.

- Greeley, CO, USA

Turn on car and within 2 minutes the power steering goes out while driving. The power steering light comes on. There is a "special warranty" that cover those with less than 100,000 miles. With the number of complaints on the power steering and the dangers associated with the power steering going out while driving, this should be a recall. My car is currently being fixed and I don't feel that I should have to pay to fix something defective when the GM should fix it. I need to know who I need to talk to for a resolution!

- Cincinnati, OH, USA

While driving on the expressway a warning light came on informing loss of power steering. Was able to get to the next exit and called for assistance. Problem still occurs on a daily basis. Lack of power steering has caused moderate cosmetic damage to the vehicle. Quite concerned about upcoming winter months and navigating treacherous conditions without the assistance of power steering. Price of labor and part for a known and well documented faulty part is unreasonable for average Saturn Ion owner.

- North Tonawanda, NY, USA

Approximatley 3 weeks ago the power steering in our 07 Saturn Ion just went out while my wife was driving. The power steering light also came on. She was traveling at approximately 45 mph and was fortunately able to maintain control. Upon doing some research we found the complaints in regards to the system. Since that initial occurence the car is now constantly losing the power steering. It obviously appears electrical as the power steering is this model is electric. I have checked all fuses and connections and all are intact. It goes out constantly now while driving. The car was primarily for our college age daughter who now is uncomfortable driving it and I am uncomfortable allowing her to drive as well.. based on the number of complaints filed and the obvious problem with the sister models I believe this warrants a recall. I also own an 05 Saturn Ion and have not had issues but am concerned about it. Thanks for your consideration.

- Green Cove Springs, FL, USA

I was driving through the neighborhood at approx. 15 mph when the alert chime, pwr steering display and the actual power steering went out. The car jolted as if I had been rear ended and I had to pull over. Luckily no one was on the road; steering was difficult. I managed to turn around, headed home and turned off the engine. When I restarted the engine, power steering was fully functional. I drove to the store as originally intended and it went out again as I was turning into the parking lot. Same issue - fully functional when I turn the car off then back on then goes out as I am driving. I researched this online and have read multiple complaints regarding the same issue. Is this mechanical failure being recalled? it doesn't sound like it is a vehicle maintenance issue. Someone needs to issue a recall on the power steering.

- Yuma, AZ, USA

Power steering warning light and alarm sounded followed by an immediate loss of poser steering. Restarting the car reset the power steering but only for a couple minutes. At low speeds the vehicle is "extremely" difficult to steer.

- Justin, TX, USA

Power steering failed without notice while driving. Upon restarting car, power steering restored, but this happens every couple of days.

- Louisville, KY, USA

Power steering goes out approximately 10 to 15 minutes into driving with warning bell and error pwr stg on the dash indicator. When I restart the car, power steering returns for another 10 to 15 minutes and fails again. This will continue as long as I drive the car.

- Lacey, WA, USA

Driving down the highway and the power steering light came on, all of sudden, could not steer car at all. Had to pull over in traffic. When I turned car off and waited a minute and then turned it back on it seemed to work fine.

- Lincoln City, OR, USA

The contact owns a 2007 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that the vehicle exhibited a beeping followed by the power steering failed. The contact stated that the wheel was almost impossible to turn. The vehicle had to be turned off and restarted several times before the steering returned. The vehicle was not inspected. The failure and current mileages were 50,000. The steering has gone out 5 more times since the September incident. Updated 11/03/2011

- Little Egg Harbor, NJ, USA

The key stuck in the ignition switch, in the run position. I could not shut the car off. I had to disconnect the battery from the computer assembly to shut the car off. Fortunately, at the time, the car was under warranty. If I would have had to pay for the repair through the dealer, the cost would have been in excess of $500. I am filing this complaint because, now, a year later and after the car is out of warranty, it is displaying the same symptoms (difficulty removing key from ignition after shutting engine off) as were experienced before the ignition lock assembly failed last time. This problem, after much on-line research, is an issue with Saturn from 2005-2007. As most individuals noted that they experienced the same problem, six months or more after replacing the ignition lock cylinder, through their dealership. Mechanics are noting that the assembly is faulty, in that each time the key is turned small bits of metal from the key are flaking off into the assembly, causing it to lock up, typically in the on position. Thankfully, for me, this incident occurred close to home. This vehicle is no longer under warranty and the repair I am again anticipating will take replacement of the ignition lock assembly. This is something I will be doing myself or seeking the services of a 'shade tree' mechanic, as I do not have the funds to take the vehicle to a GM dealership for repair. Given the number of complaints listed on-line through edmonds and other consumer complaint sites, I feel that GM should be taking responsibility for the faulty parts and a recall should be issued. This poor engineering should not be an out of pocket expense for any consumer. The consumer also stated the power steering failed. The dealer informed the consumer, the steering column needed to be replaced. The consumer learned a recall had been issued. However, GM informed him, the vehicles with electric power steering was covered. The consumer disputed that, saying his vehicle did have electric power steering. Updated 09/29/14

- Cloivs, CA, USA

The contact owns a 2007 Saturn Ion. The contact was attempting to exit a parking space but the steering wheel would not budge. The power steering warning light was illuminated at the time of the failure. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for inspection or repairs. The current failure was 116,000.

- Villa Rica, GA, USA

My wife was driving the car through town approx. 25-30mph when the dash dinged and showed that there was a problem with the power steering on dash. Car became very hard to turn putting her in potential danger. Once car is turned off and on the problem seems to get reset fro a brief moment.

- Roanoke, IN, USA

While traveling on the interstate at 55 miles per hour, an alert displayed on the dash: "pwr str." The wheel jerked and I immediately took the nearest exit. It was very, very difficult to turn the wheel at all around the curve. Since this was the first time this has ever happened to me, I drove slowly and cautiously to the closest auto repair shop. After hooking my car up to their computers, they saw that it was the power steering assist motor that needed to be replaced. I was so grateful that they noticed there was a recall on this part, until I noticed that it said "Canada only." With a little research, this is clearly a common problem with the Ion and it needs to be recalled in the us.

- Tampa, FL, USA

Prior to warranty expiry GM repaired bearings on steering rods at no cost. After warranty expiry rattling started on right front sway bar. Independent inspection showed rod end could be rattled by hand when on hoist. Failure appeared imminent. Sway bar connecting bearings were replaced at owner's cost. Could have caused control problems if these pieces of junk were left uncorrected.

- Regina, ND, USA

The driver owns a 2007 Saturn Ion. The contact stated while driving at a low speed, the steering wheel seized. The vehicle was turned off and upon restarting it the steering wheel began to function normally. The failure continued to recur intermittently. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 54,000.

- Bradenton, FL, USA

Power steering failure on my Saturn Ion 2007. While driving down the freeway the powersteering light came on and failed to engage. It has been disengaging for the last two weeks.

- Woodbury, MN, USA

2007 Saturn Ion, bought used 2 months ago. 47K miles. Power steering failed many times while parking car, especially parallel parking. Last week, an audible alarm sounded, and the message read "power steer"or "pwrsteer", cant remember which, and alarmed (dinged) all the way home. Had absolutely no power steering on winding road. Manual states to have repair facility check auto. Steering fluid was full. Next time we started the car to drive it to repair facility, alarm didn't sound and steering seemed fine. Ion was checked for "codes" and none were found on code reader, and tech was unable to duplicate problem. Still have problems with steering when trying to parallel park. No alarm or total loss of power steering again, yet.

- Germantown, MD, USA

My power steering just fails on me while driving. It is very dangerous and I cant believe nothing is being done about this. I called Saturn and there is a special warr. If you have less then 100,000 miles. I have 112,000 so I have to pay for it. I don't see why when all these people are reporting the same problem.

- Sylmar, CA, USA