Saturn Recall 04V-547: Exterior lighting – turn signal

Affected: 2003–2004 Saturn Ion. Filed with NHTSA on November 16, 2004, covering about 178,798 vehicles.

The problem

Certain passenger vehicles have a condition in which the turn signal lamp and daytime running lamp (drl) on either front side can stop working because of loss of contact between the bulb and socket.

The risk

If a front turn signal lamp is inoperative, others May react more slowly to a turning vehicle and a crash could occur.

The fix

Dealers will replace the drl/turn signal bulb on both the left and right front side and inspect for and add a drl jumper kit if not present. The recall began November 17, 2004. Owners should contact Saturn at 1-800-972-8876.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign04V-547 (04V547000)
Manufacturer number04095
ManufacturerGeneral Motors, LLC
ComponentExterior lighting › Turn signal
Report dateNovember 16, 2004
Owners notifiedNovember 17, 2004
Vehicles affected178,798
Initiated byNHTSA investigation

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the lights

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 04V-547 repair free?

Yes. Saturn dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the drl/turn signal bulb on both the left and right front side and inspect for and add a drl jumper kit if not present. The recall began November 17, 2004. Owners should contact Saturn at 1-800-972-8876.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 178,798 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.