Watch CBS News

GM Knew About Defects Yet Failed To Issue Recall On 335k Saturn Ions

DETROIT (WWJ/AP) - Government documents reveal General Motors knew about power steering failures -- and yet-- waited years to recall nearly 335,000 Saturn Ions for power steering failures.

This after the automaker received thousands of consumer complaints and warranty repair claims.

Additionally, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration did not seek a recall of the 2004-2007 compact cars even though it opened an investigation more than two years ago.

The government's auto safety watchdog found the problem caused 12 crashes and two injuries.

The documents were posted on the NHTSA's website Saturday.

TM and © Copyright 2014 CBS Radio Inc. and its relevant subsidiaries. CBS RADIO and EYE Logo TM and Copyright 2014 CBS Broadcasting Inc. Used under license. All Rights Reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. The Associated Press contributed to this report.

View CBS News In
CBS News App Open
Chrome Safari Continue
Be the first to know
Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting.