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2003 Saturn Ion Repair Question


Topics covered: Gas, Fuel filter, Corrosion.
Mileage: 70,000 miles.

Asked on February 17, 2013

Saturn Ion Gas Problem

My car is leaking gas on the left rear side is it a gas tank leak or a gas line leak
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Replied on February 17, 2013

I can't see the leak so I need a lot more details pics etc.

Tiny Answered by saturntech9 (expert)
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Replied on April 10, 2013

Recall ID # 49016 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Hide Details
Recall Date:
JAN 05, 2004
Model Affected:
2003 Saturn ION Quad Coupe
Summary:
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.2L 4-CYLINDER (L61) ENGINES WERE BUILT WITH A FUEL FILTER THAT COULD CORRODE PREMATURELY ON THE EXTERIOR SURFACE.
Consequences:
IF CORROSION ON THE EXTERIOR SURFACE OF THE FUEL FILTER PROGRESSES TO THE POINT OF CREATING A HOLE IN THE SHELL, FUEL DROPLETS COULD FORM AND DROP TO THE GROUND. IF AN IGNITION SOURCE IS PRESENT, A FIRE COULD RESULT.
Remedy:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL FILTER ASSEMBLY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON DECEMBER 30, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876.
Potential Units Affected:
127285
Notes:
GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Read more: http://www.motortrend.com/cars/2003/saturn/ion/recalls/#ixzz2Q1iA0dZM

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