1991 SAAB 900
0 recalls, 15 complaints - 1 TSBs
No recalls found for this vehicle.
Complaint Statistics
15 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP | 2 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY | 2 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | 1 |
| AIR BAGS | 1 |
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | 1 |
| SUSPENSION:FRONT | 1 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 1 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE | 1 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS | 1 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Jul 20, 2003
Incident date: Jul 20, 2003
91 SAAB 900S REPLACED FUEL TANK TWICE.ALL THREE TANKS LEAKED GASOLINE.*AK
EQUIPMENT
Jul 20, 2003
Incident date: Jul 20, 2003
91 SAAB 900S REPLACED FUEL TANK TWICE.ALL THREE TANKS LEAKED GASOLINE.*AK
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
May 31, 2002
Incident date: May 24, 2002
SEAT BACK ON BOTH FRONT SEATS HAVE FAILED. RECLINING MECHANISIM DOES NOT RETURN THE SEAT BACKS TO THE CORRECT POSITION. THE POSITION OF THE SEAT BACK IMPAIRS THE DRIVERS ABILITY TO OPERATE THE VEHICLE CORRECTLY. I HAVE LOCATED TWO CABLES ON BOTH SEATS THAT HAVE SNAPPED AND ARE THE CAUSE. THESE ARE ... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Apr 16, 2002
I AM TOLD THAT THESE FAILURES OCCURRED IN THIS YEAR MODEL SAAB--CRACKED FUEL TANK. *AK
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jan 9, 2001
Incident date: Sep 9, 2000
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Jun 22, 1999
Incident date: Aug 1, 1997
REAR BRAKE LIGHT SHORTED. MJS
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE
Mar 1, 1999
ECU SYSTEM DESIGN NEEDED TO BE CHANGED TO ILLIMINATE STALLING CONDITIONS.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Feb 24, 1999
THE DESIGN OF THE EMISSIONS SYSTEM CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO STALL AND EXPERIENCE IDLE PROBLEMS.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Nov 2, 1998
WHEN APPYING THE ABS BRAKES THE PEDAL INTERMITTENTLY BECOMES HARD AND RESISTS APPLICATION. WHEN THIS OCCURS, THE VEHICLE VEERS TO RIGHT OR LEFT, CAUSE UNKNOWN. DEALER CLEANED CONTACTS WITHIN THE ABS COMPUTER SYSTEM WHICH DID NOT REMEDY THE PROBLEM. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. AK
STRUCTURE:BODY
Sep 14, 1998
Incident date: Jul 1, 1997
FAULTY PAINT.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Jan 28, 1997
WHEN APPLYING THE ABS BRAKES ON WET PAVEMENT THE PEDAL WILL TRAVEL TO THE FLOOR CAUSING EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK
SUSPENSION:FRONT
Aug 28, 1996
Incident date: Jul 1, 1996
VEHICLE MAKES CREAKING NOISE WHEN TURNING AND GOING OVER LARGE BUMPS AT SLOW SPEED. *AK
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Sep 26, 1995
AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT WILL ILLUMINATE INDICATED SOME SORT OF MALFUNCTION. OWNER STATES NO PROBLEM. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT
AIR BAGS
Sep 11, 1995
AIR BAG LIGHTS CONTINUE FLASH ON & OFF. TT
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
May 5, 1995
Incident date: May 5, 1995
VEHICLE VEERS TO THE RIGHT WHEN BRAKES APPLIED, DEALER CAN NOT LOCATE PROBLEM. TT
EPA Fuel Economy, 1991 SAAB 900
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 17.0 | 22.0 | 19.0 | Regular | $3,300 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 26.0 | 21.0 | Premium | $3,650 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 26.0 | 22.0 | Regular | $2,850 |
| 2.1L 4-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 17.0 | 20.0 | 18.0 | Regular | $3,450 |
| 2.1L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 24.0 | 20.0 | Regular | $3,100 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1991 SAAB 900
1 manufacturer communications from 1 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 071000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE | 1 |
234
Sep 2, 1997
071000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
INFORMATION ON INSTALLING LARGER FUEL SYSTEM NON-RETURN VALVES. *TT
NHTSA Safety Investigations, SAAB 900
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE01018
Opened: May 24, 2001 , Closed: Aug 9, 2001
INADVERTENT AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT
ALLEGED THAT THE PASSENGER-SIDE FRONTAL AIR BAG DEPLOYED INADVERTENTLY WITHOUT A FRONTAL CRASH.
DP00008
Opened: Sep 25, 2000 , Closed: Nov 19, 2001
DEFECTIVE WATER PUMP PULLEY
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SQ98022
Opened: Oct 29, 1998 , Closed: Nov 4, 1998
STOP SALE NOTICE
SAAB ISSUED A TSB ANNOUNCING A RETAIL DELIVERY STOP ON ALL 1999 SAAB'S.THE TECHNICAL SERVICE BROADCAST ADVISED THE DEALER TO CHANGE THE BANJO BOLT ON THE POWER STEERING RACK ASSEMBLY
SQ98023
Opened: Oct 29, 1998 , Closed: Nov 24, 1998
STOP SALE NOTICE
SEE RESUME FOR DETAILS.
SQ98018
Opened: Oct 9, 1998 , Closed: Oct 27, 1998
NEW WHEEL BOLTS
saab issued a tsb informing dealers about a new wheel mounting bolt.If the issue is loosening of the lug nut, this could lead to bolt fatigue and the potential for a wheel separation.
EA94011
Opened: Feb 28, 1994 , Closed: Feb 28, 1995
FUEL PUMP FAILS/TANK LEAKS
There is no summary currently available
PE93102
Opened: Dec 8, 1993 , Closed: Apr 21, 1994
SEAT BACK RECLINER FAILURE
There is no summary currently available
PE93087
Opened: Oct 5, 1993 , Closed: Feb 28, 1994
FUEL PUMP FAILS/TANK LEAKS
There is no summary currently available
PE89008
Opened: Oct 21, 1988 , Closed: Jan 26, 1989
BATTERY CABLE GROUNDING
There is no summary currently available
EA87024
Opened: Sep 28, 1987 , Closed: Jan 7, 1988
FIRES
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DP87018
Opened: May 29, 1987 , Closed: Oct 7, 1987
SAAB 900 FIRES
SAAB 900 FIRES
DP82009
Opened: May 20, 1982 , Closed: Dec 6, 1982
BURNED OUT TRANSMISSION DUE TO OIL LEAK
BURNED OUT TRANSMISSION DUE TO OIL LEAK IN REAR DIFFERENTIAL
SAAB 900 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the SAAB 900 across all model years (1979, 1998).
44
Total Recalls
552
Total Complaints
12
Investigations
32
Reported Crashes
29
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
SAAB 900 - Year by Year
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| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 1999 | 0 | 4 | View |
| 1998 | 3 | 26 | View |
| 1997 | 3 | 27 | View |
| 1996 | 3 | 78 | View |
| 1995 | 7 | 159 | View |
| 1994 | 8 | 88 | View |
| 1993 | 0 | 8 | View |
| 1992 | 0 | 25 | View |
| 1991 (current) | 0 | 15 | |
| 1990 | 0 | 21 | View |
| 1989 | 2 | 34 | View |
| 1988 | 2 | 18 | View |
| 1987 | 2 | 12 | View |
| 1986 | 2 | 18 | View |
| 1985 | 1 | 5 | View |
| 1984 | 1 | 4 | View |
| 1983 | 1 | 2 | View |
| 1982 | 1 | 1 | View |
| 1981 | 2 | 1 | View |
| 1980 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1979 | 4 | 2 | View |