1995 SAAB 900
7 recalls, 159 complaints - 51 TSBs
02V308000 Nov 14, 2002
AIR BAGS
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE AIR BAG ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU) IS DESIGNED TO SENSE AND DISCRIMINATE FRONTAL IMPACT EVENTS, COMMAND AIR BAG AND SEAT BELT PRETENSIONER DEPLOYMENTS IN A TIMELY MANNER, AND PERFORM CONTINUOUS DIAGNOSTICS OF THE AIR BAG SYSTEM IN THE VEHICLE. DUE TO THE POSSIB... Read more
Consequence
IF THIS MOISTURE COMES INTO CONTACT WITH THE ELECTROLYTE FROM THE CAPACITOR, IT FORMS A HIGHLY CONDUCTIVE MATERIAL THAT COULD CREATE AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CIRCUIT. THIS ELECTRICAL SHORT COULD TRIGGER THE AIR BAGS AND SEAT BELT PRETENSIONERS.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW AIR BAG ECU. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 4, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT SAAB AT 1-800-955-9007.
98V038000 Feb 24, 1998
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPERLY AIMING THE HEADLIGHTING SYSTEM WERE OMITTED. THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Consequence
IF THE HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES ARE REPLACED, CUSTOMERS MAY NOT BE ABLE TO PROPERLY AIM THE HEADLIGHTS.
Remedy
OWNERS WILL BE SENT AIMING INSTRUCTIONS, AND DIRECTIONS FOR AFFIXING THESE INSERTS TO THE OWNER GUIDES. IF AN OWNER SO DESIRES, A DEALER CAN AFFIX THE INSERTS IN THEIR OWNER GUIDE FOR THEM.
97V046000 Mar 21, 1997
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Defect Description
CORROSION AROUND THE ZINC-COATED THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER BUSHING CAN CAUSE THE THROTTLE LEVER TO BIND.
Consequence
THIS BINDING CAN RESULT IN THE THROTTLE PLATE NOT RETURNING TO THE CLOSED POSITION WHEN THE THROTTLE PEDAL IS RELEASED AND A SUBSEQUENT LOSS OF THROTTLE CONTROL.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ZINC-COATED THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER BUSHING WITH A NICKEL-COATED BUSHING AND BOLT.
96V008000 Jan 23, 1996
STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Defect Description
THE STEERING COLUMN SHAFT WAS INCORRECTLY INSTALLED IN THE VEHICLE CAUSING THE COLUMN TO BE OUT OF ALIGNMENT.
Consequence
IF MISALIGNED, AN ALUMINUM CONNECTING PIECE CAN FAIL DUE TO FATIGUE, RESULTING IN A LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE STEERING COLUMN ALIGNMENT TO ENSURE THAT NO MISALIGNMENT EXISTS. IF A MISALIGNMENT IS FOUND, THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THE STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY AS A UNIT.
95V066000 Mar 29, 1995
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE
Defect Description
UPON STARTUP, A VOLTAGE DROP TO THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE CAN CAUSE A MALFUNCTION WHERE ENGINE SPEED FLUCTUATES FROM 600 TO 3,000 RPM FOR UP TO 30 SECONDS BEFORE NORMAL ENGINE IDLE OF 900 RPM.
Consequence
UNEXPECTED MOVEMENT OF THE VEHICLE MAY CAUSE THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL AND INCREASE THE POTENTIAL OF A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW REVISED ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE.
95V068000 Mar 29, 1995
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Defect Description
IT IS POSSIBLE TO MOVE THE SHIFT LEVER INTO THE REVERSE GEAR POSITION, REMOVE THE IGNITION KEY, AND STILL HAVE THE TRANSMISSION IN NEUTRAL, OR, TO ACCIDENTLY DISENGAGE REVERSE BY STRIKING THE GEAR LEVER.
Consequence
IF THE PARKING BRAKE IS NOT APPLIED, THE CAR CAN ROLL FROM ITS ORIGINAL PARKED POSITION INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE TRANSMISSION LINKAGE COMPONENTS AND COMPLETE A SPECIALLY DEVELOPED SERVICE ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE THAT WILL ENSURE THAT WHEN THE SHIFT IS MOVED TO THE REVERSE POSITION, THE REVERSE GEAR IS ACTUALLY ENGAGED.
94V226000 Nov 18, 1994
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
Defect Description
ONE OR MORE OF THE ARC WELDS CAN BE MISSING ON THE SEAT BACK FRAME RECLINER.
Consequence
THIS CAN RESULT IN A SEAT BACK FALLING BACKWARDS UNDER A LOAD.
Remedy
BOTH FRONT SEAT BACKS WILL BE INSPECTED WITH THE USE OF A HOOK TO PULL BACK THE SEAT BACK UPHOLSTERY. FOR ANY SEAT WITH MISSING WELDS, THE SEAT BACK FRAME/RECLINER WILL BE REPLACED.
Complaint Statistics
159 total complaints
11 crashes 5 fires 2 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION | 10 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 7 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 6 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP | 6 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | 5 |
| AIR BAGS | 5 |
| VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR | 5 |
| EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 4 |
| SEAT BELTS | 4 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE | 4 |
AIR BAGS
Apr 30, 2012
Incident date: Apr 29, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 SAAB 900S CONVERTIBLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE SITTING AT A TRAFFIC STOP WHEN SHE NOTICED FUMES COMING FROM THE UNDER THE HOOD. MINUTES LATER, THE AIR BAGS SUDDENLY DEPLOYED INADVERTENTLY AND WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACT... Read more
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Aug 6, 2010
Incident date: Jul 25, 2010
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 SAAB 900S. THE CONTACT HEARD AN ABNORMAL NOISE FROM THE SEAT BELT AND IMMEDIATELY, THE SEAT BELT FAILED TO RESTRAIN THE CONTACT. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THE SEAT BELT RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY HAD FAILED AND WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTUR... Read more
SUSPENSION:FRONT
May 14, 2009
Incident date: May 13, 2009
1995 SAAB 900 LEFT FRONT COIL SPRING BROKEN. THE BOTTOM HALF OF A TURN BROKE OFF AT A SHALLOW ANGLE SOME TIME AGO. THE BROKEN OFF SECTION STAYED IN THE RING AROUND THE STRUT AND MADE A LOUD THIN METAL RATTLE. IT SOUNDED LIKE SOMETHING IMPORTANT WAS ABOUT TO FALL OFF. *TR
SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS
May 14, 2009
Incident date: May 13, 2009
1995 SAAB 900 LEFT FRONT COIL SPRING BROKEN. THE BOTTOM HALF OF A TURN BROKE OFF AT A SHALLOW ANGLE SOME TIME AGO. THE BROKEN OFF SECTION STAYED IN THE RING AROUND THE STRUT AND MADE A LOUD THIN METAL RATTLE. IT SOUNDED LIKE SOMETHING IMPORTANT WAS ABOUT TO FALL OFF. *TR
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Sep 15, 2008
Incident date: Aug 22, 2008
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 SAAB 900. THE CONTACT STATED THAT IT IS POSSIBLE TO MOVE THE SHIFT LEVER INTO REVERSE WHILE THE KEY IS REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION AND THE TRANSMISSION IS STILL IN NEUTRAL. HE CAN ALSO ACCIDENTALLY DISENGAGE THE REVERSE GEAR BY STRIKING THE GEAR LEVER. THE DEALER STATED T... Read more
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Aug 18, 2008
Incident date: Aug 16, 2008
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 SAAB 900 CONVERTIBLE. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS SITTING IN THE VEHICLE WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING, THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG SUDDENLY DEPLOYED. THERE WERE NO WARNINGS PRIOR TO THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED BY THE DEALER. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WER... Read more
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Sep 26, 2007
Incident date: Jan 1, 1996
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 SAAB 900. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD ROLL BACKWARDS AND FORWARDS NUMEROUS TIMES UNLESS THE PARKING BRAKE WAS APPLIED. WHILE IN A PARKING LOT, THE VEHICLE ROLLED BACKWARDS INTO AN INTERSECTION AND STRUCK A STOP SIGN. SHE HAS TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER... Read more
Crash
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Jun 8, 2007
Incident date: Jun 8, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 SAAB 900. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE REVERSE GEAR IS ENGAGED, THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTS OUT OF GEAR. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE REPAIR SHOP TO HAVE THE GEAR REPAIRED, BUT THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO REMEDY THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT FOUND RECALL # 95V068000 (P... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Dec 21, 2006
Incident date: Dec 17, 2006
CONSUMER WAS DRIVING AND TIMING CHAIN SNAPPED CAUSING THE IMMEDIATE LOSS OF POWER AND CONTROL OF VEHICLE. CONTACTED SAAB USA AT 1-800-955-9007 AND SPOKE WITH SUPERVISOR LEMONT. CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THAT SAAB DOES NOT COVER COSTS INVOLVED IN REPLACEMENT OF TIMING CHAIN BUT ONLY FOR THE BELT AT VERY... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 30, 2006
Incident date: Apr 29, 2006
WE WERE DRIVING ON I-680, HERE IN OMAHA, WHEN WE SUDDENLY LOST POWER. EVERYTHING WENT DARK FOR A SECOND AND THEN STARTED UP AGAIN. A FEW SECONDS LATER IT DID IT AGAIN, THIS TIME WE DID NOT REGAIN POWER AND HAD TO PULL OFF THE ROAD. THE ODD THING IS THAT, ALTHOUGH WE HAD NO ABILITY TO ACCELERATE... Read more
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Nov 23, 2005
Incident date: Oct 4, 1996
TIMING BELT ON 1995 SAAB BROKE DESTROYING THE ENGINE. *TS THERE WAS A COOLANT LEAK, THE SUN VISOR FELL OFF, THE BATTERY WENT DEAD, THE MOLDING WAS PEELING, THE SRS LIGHTS FLASHED, THERE WAS AN AIR VALVE PROBLEM, CENTER MUFFLER ROTTED AND LEAKED, THE WATER PUMP LEAKED, THE DRIVER'S SIDE TURN SIGNAL... Read more
PARKING BRAKE:INDICATOR LIGHT
Nov 23, 2005
Incident date: Oct 4, 1996
TIMING BELT ON 1995 SAAB BROKE DESTROYING THE ENGINE. *TS THERE WAS A COOLANT LEAK, THE SUN VISOR FELL OFF, THE BATTERY WENT DEAD, THE MOLDING WAS PEELING, THE SRS LIGHTS FLASHED, THERE WAS AN AIR VALVE PROBLEM, CENTER MUFFLER ROTTED AND LEAKED, THE WATER PUMP LEAKED, THE DRIVER'S SIDE TURN SIGNAL... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
Nov 23, 2005
Incident date: Oct 4, 1996
TIMING BELT ON 1995 SAAB BROKE DESTROYING THE ENGINE. *TS THERE WAS A COOLANT LEAK, THE SUN VISOR FELL OFF, THE BATTERY WENT DEAD, THE MOLDING WAS PEELING, THE SRS LIGHTS FLASHED, THERE WAS AN AIR VALVE PROBLEM, CENTER MUFFLER ROTTED AND LEAKED, THE WATER PUMP LEAKED, THE DRIVER'S SIDE TURN SIGNAL... Read more
TIRES
Nov 23, 2005
Incident date: Oct 4, 1996
TIMING BELT ON 1995 SAAB BROKE DESTROYING THE ENGINE. *TS THERE WAS A COOLANT LEAK, THE SUN VISOR FELL OFF, THE BATTERY WENT DEAD, THE MOLDING WAS PEELING, THE SRS LIGHTS FLASHED, THERE WAS AN AIR VALVE PROBLEM, CENTER MUFFLER ROTTED AND LEAKED, THE WATER PUMP LEAKED, THE DRIVER'S SIDE TURN SIGNAL... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Nov 23, 2005
Incident date: Oct 4, 1996
TIMING BELT ON 1995 SAAB BROKE DESTROYING THE ENGINE. *TS THERE WAS A COOLANT LEAK, THE SUN VISOR FELL OFF, THE BATTERY WENT DEAD, THE MOLDING WAS PEELING, THE SRS LIGHTS FLASHED, THERE WAS AN AIR VALVE PROBLEM, CENTER MUFFLER ROTTED AND LEAKED, THE WATER PUMP LEAKED, THE DRIVER'S SIDE TURN SIGNAL... Read more
STRUCTURE
Nov 23, 2005
Incident date: Oct 4, 1996
TIMING BELT ON 1995 SAAB BROKE DESTROYING THE ENGINE. *TS THERE WAS A COOLANT LEAK, THE SUN VISOR FELL OFF, THE BATTERY WENT DEAD, THE MOLDING WAS PEELING, THE SRS LIGHTS FLASHED, THERE WAS AN AIR VALVE PROBLEM, CENTER MUFFLER ROTTED AND LEAKED, THE WATER PUMP LEAKED, THE DRIVER'S SIDE TURN SIGNAL... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Nov 23, 2005
Incident date: Oct 4, 1996
TIMING BELT ON 1995 SAAB BROKE DESTROYING THE ENGINE. *TS THERE WAS A COOLANT LEAK, THE SUN VISOR FELL OFF, THE BATTERY WENT DEAD, THE MOLDING WAS PEELING, THE SRS LIGHTS FLASHED, THERE WAS AN AIR VALVE PROBLEM, CENTER MUFFLER ROTTED AND LEAKED, THE WATER PUMP LEAKED, THE DRIVER'S SIDE TURN SIGNAL... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 23, 2005
Incident date: Oct 4, 1996
TIMING BELT ON 1995 SAAB BROKE DESTROYING THE ENGINE. *TS THERE WAS A COOLANT LEAK, THE SUN VISOR FELL OFF, THE BATTERY WENT DEAD, THE MOLDING WAS PEELING, THE SRS LIGHTS FLASHED, THERE WAS AN AIR VALVE PROBLEM, CENTER MUFFLER ROTTED AND LEAKED, THE WATER PUMP LEAKED, THE DRIVER'S SIDE TURN SIGNAL... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:LINKAGES
Aug 11, 2005
Incident date: Jul 22, 2005
ON JULY 22, 2005 I WAS DRIVING MY '95 SAAB ON THE A1 MOTORWAY IN UNITED KINGDOM. I WAS USING THE CRUISE CONTROL AT 70 MPH (POSTED SPEED LIMIT) I HAD NEVER USED THE CRUISE CONTROL IN THIS VEHICLE BEFORE. (MANUAL TRANSMISSION) THE INCIDENT HAPPENED DURING RUSH HOUR HEADING TOWARD LONDON. AS I HAD TO ... Read more
Crash
1 injured
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Aug 5, 2005
Incident date: Jun 13, 2005
NHTSA ID#: 95V068000 RECALL ISSUED 3/20/95 FOR MANUFACTURING DATES AUG 1993 - SEP 1994 WAS DETERMINED NOT TO BE APPLICABLE FOR MY CAR, [XXX] BUT IT SHOULD HAVE APPLICABLE BECAUSE THE RESULT OF THE DEFECT IS EXACTLY WHAT HAPPENED TO MY CAR. ADDITIONALLY, NHTSA ID#: 95VO68000 SHOULD HAVE BEEN APPLICA... Read more
Crash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE
Aug 1, 2005
Incident date: Jul 2, 2005
DT: THE CONSUMER STATED THIS VEHICLE IS HAVING THE SAME PROBLEMS AS MENTIONED IN RECALL 95V066000 CONCERNING IGNITION MODULE FAILURE. CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS HAVING PROBLEMS AFTER STARTING UP. THE MOTOR WAS IDLING HIGH AND THE RPMS WERE ALL OVER THE PLACE. HAD THIS PROBLEM FOR ABOUT 3 WEEKS. THE CA... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
Jul 23, 2005
Incident date: Jun 9, 2005
TIMING BELT CAME OFF THE PULLEY WHEN I ATTEMPTED TO START THE CAR. MAJOR DAMAGE TO ENGINE. ENGINES NEEDS MAJOR OVERHAUL. NO SUPPORT FROM SAAB NA ON THIS ISSUE ALTHOUGH THE TIMING BELT WAS INSTALLED BY A SAAB RESELLER.
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Jul 19, 2005
Incident date: Jul 19, 2005
DT:CONTACT STATES: WHEN HE SHIFING HIS CAR IT IS POSSIBLE TO MOVE THE SHIFT LEVER INTO THE REVERSE GEAR, REMOVE THE KEY, AND STILL HAVE RANSMISSION IN NEUTRAL OR TO ACCIDENTALLY DISENGAGE REVERSE BY STRIKING THE GEAR LEVER. THIS HAPPENED ABOUT 10 TIMES , MAKING THE CAR ROLL. HE HAS CITED A RECALL ... Read more
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE)
May 24, 2005
Incident date: Apr 25, 2005
NHTSA RECALL BULLETIN MODEL 95 SAAB 900 CAMPAIGN NO.95V068000 SPOKE TO SAAB AT 800 955 900 (FILE#14566) ON 5/12 AFTER CAR WAS DIAGNOSED BY SPORTS AND SPECIALIST A SAAB DEALER IN PRINCETON NJ .THE WRITTEN INVOICE #13983 STATESAR WILL NEED NEW SHIFTER LINKAGE AND CLUTCH CUSTOMER DECLINED BOTH S... Read more
AIR BAGS
Feb 2, 2005
Incident date: Feb 2, 2005
I WAS DRIVING MY SAAB 900 CONVERTIBLE AND WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD THE PASSANGER AIRBAG DEPLOYED. I IMMEDIATLY PULLED OVER AND AS I WAS CHECKING TO FIND OUT WHAT THE NOISE WAS THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYED. THE AIRBAG BROKE MY WINDSHIELD AND IMMEDIATLY AFTER THEY DEPLOYED THE SRS LIGHT CAME ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sep 1, 2004
Incident date: Sep 1, 2004
RECALL 95V066000 CONCERNING ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT. DUE TO THE VIN THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR RECALL REPAIRS. HOWEVER, BASED ON THE SYMPTOMS IN THE DESCRIPTION OF THE DEFECT THIS VEHICLE WAS HAVING THE SAME PROBLEMS AS MENTIONED IN THE RECALL. CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, WHO T... Read more
STRUCTURE
Jun 3, 2004
Incident date: Mar 1, 2003
NAR 03-24-2003 MR WHILE THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED, THE VEHICLE PULLED TO THE LEFT. THE CONSUMER SUSPECTED THERE WAS A PROBLEM IN THE STEERING. WHEN THERE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED, THERE WERE NO ABNORMALITIES FOUND IN THE STEERING SYSTEM. THE PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN IDENTIFIED BUT THE CONSUMER IS AFRAID... Read more
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
May 17, 2004
THE AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS LOCKED PERMANENTLY. THE DOORS WILL NOT OPEN. DRIVER HAD TO ESCAPE THROUGH THE SUN ROOF. CONSUMER HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALER, WHO STATED IT COULD BE REPAIRED FOR $2700.00 BY INSTALLING A NEW COMPUTER.*AK
STRUCTURE
Apr 22, 2004
Incident date: Feb 15, 2003
BOUGHT CAR WITH UNDISCLOSED PROBLEMS. TRYING TO RESOLVE THIS WITH SELLER WITHOUT SUCCESS.
Crash
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Apr 22, 2004
Incident date: Feb 15, 2003
BOUGHT CAR WITH UNDISCLOSED PROBLEMS. TRYING TO RESOLVE THIS WITH SELLER WITHOUT SUCCESS.
Crash
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Apr 22, 2004
Incident date: Feb 15, 2003
BOUGHT CAR WITH UNDISCLOSED PROBLEMS. TRYING TO RESOLVE THIS WITH SELLER WITHOUT SUCCESS.
Crash
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Apr 22, 2004
Incident date: Feb 15, 2003
BOUGHT CAR WITH UNDISCLOSED PROBLEMS. TRYING TO RESOLVE THIS WITH SELLER WITHOUT SUCCESS.
Crash
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Apr 22, 2004
Incident date: Feb 15, 2003
BOUGHT CAR WITH UNDISCLOSED PROBLEMS. TRYING TO RESOLVE THIS WITH SELLER WITHOUT SUCCESS.
Crash
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jan 26, 2004
Incident date: Jan 24, 2004
AT ABOUT 1000 A.M. ,MY DAUGHTER JENNIFER AGE 19 WAS DRIVING MY 1995 SAAB 900SE CONVERTIBLE ON THE NYS THRUWAY FROM ALBANY TO OUR HOME IN UTICA , NY WHEN SHE WAS APPROACHING THE HERKIMER T-WAY EXIT. SHE WAS GOING TO EXIT THE T-WAY THERE , SO SHE STARTED TO SLOW DOWN. SHE TOLD ME THAT WHEN SHE STEPPE... Read more
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Sep 29, 2003
Incident date: Feb 6, 2003
I OWN A 1995 SAAB 900 SE WITH A MANNUAL TRANSMISSION. I WOULD GUESS AS A SAFTEY FEATURE, THIS VEHICLE REQUIRES THE SHIFT LEVER TO BE IN THE REVERSE POSITION TO REMOVE THE KEY. THIS INSURES THAT THE VEHICLE DOES NOT MOVE WHEN NOT OCCUPIED IF THE PARKING BRAKE HAS NOT BEEN ENGAGED. ON MY VEHICLE TH... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Jul 28, 2003
Incident date: Jul 20, 2003
WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH THE VEHICLES PASSENGERS AIR BAG DEPLOYED INADVERTENTLY. THE DRIVER EXITED THE VEHICLE TO LET THE SMOKE CLEAR. WHEN THE CONSUMER GOT BACK INTO THE VEHICLE AND DROVE ABOUT 40 YARDS THE DRIVERS AIR BAG DEPLOYED. THE SEAT BELTS ALSO LOCKED . *AK *NLM
AIR BAGS
Jul 28, 2003
Incident date: Jul 20, 2003
WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH THE VEHICLES PASSENGERS AIR BAG DEPLOYED INADVERTENTLY. THE DRIVER EXITED THE VEHICLE TO LET THE SMOKE CLEAR. WHEN THE CONSUMER GOT BACK INTO THE VEHICLE AND DROVE ABOUT 40 YARDS THE DRIVERS AIR BAG DEPLOYED. THE SEAT BELTS ALSO LOCKED . *AK *NLM
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 30, 2003
Incident date: Jun 30, 2003
1995 SAAB 900 SE STALLS UPON COLD START AND ALSO CUTS OFF (STALLS) WHILE DRIVING. VEHICLE IS TOTALLY TUNED AND ALL THROTTLE, FUEL INJECTORS ARE CLEAN ETC. I CONTACTED DEALER AND SAAB WEB-SITE TO INQUIRE ABOUT RECALL 95V066000 BUT I WAS TOLD THIS WAS NOT APPLICABLE TO MY VEHICLE.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
Jun 16, 2003
Incident date: Jun 12, 2003
WHILE DRIVING, THE FAN BELT BROKE, WHICH CAUSED THE ENGINE TO SEIZE. THIS WAS THE THIRD FAILURE UNDER 50,000 MILES. *AK PH *JB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Jun 4, 2003
ENGINE SPROCKET AND BALANCE CHAIN FAILURE. *MR *PH
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
Feb 25, 2003
Incident date: Jan 1, 2003
THE ALTERNATOR FROZE, WHICH CAUSED THE TIMING BELT TO BREAK.*JB *TS
AIR BAGS
Feb 20, 2003
Incident date: Nov 18, 2002
SAAB REFUSES TO FOLLOW UP ON A CONFIRMED (MEDIA-PUBLISHED) RECALL ANNOUNCED IN NOV 2002 (3 MONTHS AGO) CONCERNING RANDOM AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT. SAAB CORPORATE REFUSES TO SPECIFY VINS OR GIVE ANY PLANNED RESOLUTION, AND THE SAAB DEALERS CONFIRM THAT MY CAR IS LIKELY TO BE AFFECTED, BUT NO ONE WILL TAKE ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Feb 11, 2003
Incident date: Feb 11, 2003
I AM CONTACTING YOU REGARDING SAAB CARS USA INABILITY TO NOTIFY ME OF A TIMING BELT RECALL RELATING TO CERTAIN PULLEYS. PURSUANT TO A CONVERSATION WITH MR. GRANT HESSMAN OF SAAB CARS USA (SAAB COMPLAINT # 1-57069705), I WAS NOTIFIED THAT SAAB WILL NOT PAY FOR THE PART NOW THAT IT HAS BEEN BROUGHT T... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Nov 8, 2002
Incident date: Oct 21, 2002
THE ENGINE CUT OFF WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPING, WHICH WAS CAUSED BY TIMING BELT FAILING. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE DETAILS. TS
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Nov 6, 2002
Incident date: Jun 2, 2002
NO SUMMARY. DT
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Nov 4, 2002
Incident date: Mar 1, 1998
THE SHIFT LOCK RELEASE PROBLEM IS THE LATEST IN A LONG SERIES OF PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR. IT WILL COST APPROXIMATELY $800 TO REPAIR THIS PROBLEM. WE HAVE NOT HAD THE AIR CONDITIONER REPAIRED YET. THE NEUTRAL SAFETY SWITCH REPLACEMENT WAS $500. THE MASTER CYLINDER WAS REPLACED BECAUSE THE DEALERS... Read more
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Nov 4, 2002
Incident date: Mar 1, 1998
THE SHIFT LOCK RELEASE PROBLEM IS THE LATEST IN A LONG SERIES OF PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR. IT WILL COST APPROXIMATELY $800 TO REPAIR THIS PROBLEM. WE HAVE NOT HAD THE AIR CONDITIONER REPAIRED YET. THE NEUTRAL SAFETY SWITCH REPLACEMENT WAS $500. THE MASTER CYLINDER WAS REPLACED BECAUSE THE DEALERS... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
Nov 4, 2002
Incident date: Mar 1, 1998
THE SHIFT LOCK RELEASE PROBLEM IS THE LATEST IN A LONG SERIES OF PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR. IT WILL COST APPROXIMATELY $800 TO REPAIR THIS PROBLEM. WE HAVE NOT HAD THE AIR CONDITIONER REPAIRED YET. THE NEUTRAL SAFETY SWITCH REPLACEMENT WAS $500. THE MASTER CYLINDER WAS REPLACED BECAUSE THE DEALERS... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:LINKAGES
Aug 16, 2002
Incident date: Aug 12, 2002
WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATES.*AK
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Aug 5, 2002
Incident date: Jun 1, 2002
WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY AND WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING THERE IS VIBRATION COMING FROM UNDERNEATH VEHICLE. SHIFT LEVER LIGHT APPEARED ON THE DASH PANEL, AND THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK
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EPA Fuel Economy, 1995 SAAB 900
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 26.0 | 21.0 | Regular | $2,950 |
| 2.3L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 26.0 | 20.0 | Regular | $3,100 |
| 2.3L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 26.0 | 21.0 | Regular | $2,950 |
| 2.5L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 17.0 | 24.0 | 20.0 | Regular | $3,100 |
| 2.5L 6-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 16.0 | 23.0 | 19.0 | Regular | $3,300 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Midsize Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1995 SAAB 900
51 manufacturer communications from 45 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS | 5 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 5 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 4 |
| 061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 3 |
| 102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION | 2 |
| 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 2 |
| 162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | 2 |
| 111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY | 2 |
130089009
Sep 1, 2013
061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
850
Mar 13, 2001
140000 AIR BAGS
SUBJECT REGARDING REPLACEMENT OF SRS WIRING HARNESS. *TT
8111984
Jan 1, 2000
138200 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW
INFORMATION ON REPLACING CONNECTING TAB ON ELECTRICALLY HEATED REAR WINDOW. *TT
8112156
Jul 1, 1999
160000 STRUCTURE
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT IRRITATING ROAD AND WIND NOISE PENETRATING INTO THE CABIN THROUGH THE COVER AT THE TOP OF THE B-PILLAR. *TT
8112099
Jul 1, 1999
162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
CONCERNS WITH CRACKS IN SOFT TOP COVER FOIL STRIP. *TT
831
Jun 3, 1999
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
NOTIFICATION TO STOP PERFORMING PROCEDURE OUTLINED IN SI-831-1823 TO ADDRESS A COMPLAINT OF REAR DOORS DUFFICULT TO OPEN FROM OUTSIDE ON MODELS UP TO W2019950. *TT
8542143
Jun 1, 1999
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
ADDRESSING CONCERNS WITH VARIOUS TYPES OF NOISES HEARD FROM THE A/C SYSTEM. *TT
8111988
Feb 1, 1999
162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
ON SOME VEHICLES, THE SOFT TOP (TONNEAU) COVER LATCHES MAY NOT OPEN FULLY OR FAST ENOUGH WHEN THE SOFT TOP COVER IS BEING OPENED. *TT
850
Nov 3, 1998
140000 AIR BAGS
SRS (AIRBAG) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES MISSING FROM WORKSHOP INFORMATION. *YC
3719008ED2
Nov 1, 1998
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
INFORMATION ON DELETING DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS AT CUSTOMER' REQUEST. *TT
3832062
Nov 1, 1998
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SERVICE INFORMATION DESCRIBING FAULT DIAGNOSIS OF REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTION FOR ANIT-THEFT ALARM. *YC
3719008ED2
Nov 1, 1998
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
INFORMATION ON DELETING DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS AT CUSTOMER' REQUEST. *YC
4322024
Nov 1, 1998
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
IMPROVED BUSH AND GEAR LINKAGE. *YC
980728870
Oct 29, 1998
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
ADDRESSING CUSTOMER COMPLAINTS OF NOISY A/C. *YC
3512028
Sep 1, 1998
126000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN THAT THE SEAL AROUND THE FRONT DIRECTION INDICATORS / LIGHT CLUSTER CAN COME LOOSE. *TT
3512028
Sep 1, 1998
126000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
CONCERNS WITH LOOSE SEAL AROUND FRONT DIRECTION INDICTORS. *YC
3632027
Sep 1, 1998
132000 VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
CONCERNS WITH NUTS ON REAR WINDOW AND WINDSHIELD WIPER ARMS COME LOOSE. *YC
440
Aug 4, 1998
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
REMANUFACTURED AISIN AW TRANSMISSION, NO REVERSE AND / OR ERRATIC SHIFTS. *YC
231
Jul 28, 1998
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
ADDRESSING ENGINE NOISE COMPLAINTS. *YC
641
Jul 10, 1998
010000 STEERING
COMPLAINTS REGARDING NOISY OR HARD TO OPERATE TELESCOPIC STEERING ACTION. *YC
3671771
Jul 1, 1998
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
CONCERNS WHEN ANTENNA FAILS TO GO UP / DOWN COMPLETELY ON VEHICLES WITHIN V2037949 AND V7010251. *YC
8521878
Jul 1, 1998
221200 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
SUBJECT REGARDING FRONT SEAT BACKREST DIFFICULT TO TIP FORWARD. *YC
8111923ED2
May 1, 1998
162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
M95 VEHICLES UP TO AND INCLUDING VIN W7008292 HAVE A NEW SPARE PART FOR SOFT TOP ( TONNEAU ) COVER DRIVE UNIT. *YC
7311821
Mar 1, 1998
020000 SUSPENSION
EXPERIENCING NOISE FROM FRONT ASSEMBLY, FAULT DIAGNOSIS HINTS. *YC
3911902
Mar 1, 1998
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN OF BATTERY, DISCHARGING THROUGH LIGHT SWITCH IN LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT. *TT
3911902
Mar 1, 1998
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT CONCERNING BATTERY, DISCHARGING THROUGH LIGHT SWITCH IN LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT. *YC
8111923
Mar 1, 1998
162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
ON VEHICLES UP TO AND INCLUDING VIN W7008292 THERE IS A NEW SPARE PART FOR TONNEAU COVER DRIVE UNIT. *TT
3811932
Feb 1, 1998
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
INFORMATION ON ADDRESSING CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF LOW OIL LEVEL. *TT
2601803ED2
Jan 1, 1998
062300 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
SERVICE INFORMATION ON AGING COOLANT HOSE. *TT
383
Sep 8, 1997
116200 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE
TECHNICAL SERVICE / WARRANTY BROADCAST FOR PREPARING ALARM ECM FOR WARRANTY RETURN. *TT
8111711
Sep 1, 1997
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SERVICE INFORMATION REGARDING POOR ADHESION BETWEEN REAR WINDOW AND TOP FABRIC. *TT
870
Aug 13, 1997
138120 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT
TECHNICAL SERVICE BROADCAST ON CORRECT INSTALLATION OF FAN SPEED CONTROLLER. *TT
211
Feb 4, 1997
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
TEMPERATURE SENDING UNITS FOR REPLACEMENT CYLINDER HEADS FOR VEHICLES WITH 4 CYLINDER ENGINE. *JD
210
Feb 1, 1997
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
CYLINDER HEAD BOLT TIGHTENING TORQUE. *JD
870
Feb 1, 1997
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
ELECTRONIC ANTIFROST THERMOSTAT. *JD
811
Feb 1, 1997
135200 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR
ADDRESSING COMPLAINT OF WATER LEAKS FROM AREA AROUND DOOR MIRROR. *JD
100
Feb 1, 1997
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
NEW ESSENTIAL SPECIAL TOOL: TERMINAL REPAIR KIT. *JD
01/970731
Jan 1, 1997
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
ADJUSTMENT OF BEARING TENSION. *TW
524
Jan 1, 1997
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
PEDAL RAISING KIT. *JD
10/960716
Oct 1, 1996
162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
IMPROVING TOP STACK OPERATION BY INSTALLING NEW STYLE FIFTH BOW LATCH MOTOR RACKS. *TW
12/950653
Dec 1, 1995
061110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
REPLACING CAMSHAFT DRIVE BELT AND WATER PUMP. *SD
11/95381
Nov 1, 1995
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
LOW OIL LEVEL MESSAGE ON SAAB INFORMATION DISPLAY. *SD
10/950619
Oct 1, 1995
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
CORRECTING A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF A RATTLING NOISE FROM THE SYNCHROMESH SLEEVES. *SD
10/950629
Oct 1, 1995
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
SERVICE KIT HAS BEEN DEVELOPED TO ADDRESS A CUSTOMER COMPLIANT OF ENGINE VIBRATION IN DRIVE AT IDLE. AFFECTS 1994095 900 MODELS WITH 4 CYLINDER ENGINES AND AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.
06/950590
Jun 1, 1995
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
NOISE FROM THE RIGHT-HAND A-PILLAR AREA MAY BE CAUSED BY A BRACKET COMING IN CONTACT WITH EITHER THE INNER FENDER OR FIREWALL. *TW
CAMP406
Jun 1, 1995
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
IT HAS BEEN DETERMINED THAT A NUMBER OF 1994 900 5-DOOR MODELS AND 1995 900 CONVERTIBLE MODELS EQUIPPED WITH V6 ENGINES THE BELT TENSIONER MAY NOT BE PROPERLY ALIGNED. AS A RESULT, THE BELT COULD BREAK OR JUMP OFF THE TENSIONER, CAUSING E
DET914995
Jun 1, 1995
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
IMPROVED CYLINDER BLOCKS. *TW
DET914995
Jun 1, 1995
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
IMPROVED CYLINDER BLOCKS. *TW
05/950581
May 1, 1995
136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
NEW WINDSHIELD WASHER NOZZLES HAVE BEEN DEVELOPED THAT PROVIDE ADJUSTABILITY TO THE WASHER STREAM. *TW
05/950579
May 1, 1995
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
CORRECTING COMPLAINT O EXHAUST VIBRATION CAUSED BY BROKEN CATALYST SUPPORT BRACKET. *TW
12/940529
Dec 1, 1994
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
SEAL ON GEAR SELECTOR SHAFT MAY LEAK. *TW
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
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 1999 | 0 | 4 | View |
| 1998 | 3 | 26 | View |
| 1997 | 3 | 27 | View |
| 1996 | 3 | 78 | View |
| 1995 (current) | 7 | 159 | |
| 1994 | 8 | 88 | View |
| 1993 | 0 | 8 | View |
| 1992 | 0 | 25 | View |
| 1991 | 0 | 15 | View |
| 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 |