1992 SAAB 9000
4 recalls, 32 complaints - 7 TSBs
99V109000 May 6, 1999
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. MOISTURE CAN ENTER THE AIR BAG INFLATABLE RESTRAINT ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE (ECM) AND CAUSE CORROSION ON PORTIONS OF THE ECM PRINTER CIRCUIT BOARDS.
Consequence
THIS CORROSION CAN POSSIBLY CREATE OPEN CONNECTIONS IN CIRCUITS WHICH CONTROL THE RESTRAINT DEPLOYMENT, POSSIBLY CAUSING INADVERTENT AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE EXTERIOR OF THE ECM. IF THERE IS NO INDICATION OF MOISTURE, A COVER WILL BE INSTALLED OVER THE ECM. IF THERE IS INDICATION OF MOISTURE, THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THE ECM AND INSTALL A COVER OVER THE NEW ECM.
95V067000 Mar 29, 1995
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Defect Description
MOISTURE CAN FOLLOW THE ELECTRICAL HARNESS AND ENTER THE PRESSURE SWITCH CONNECTOR CAUSING CORROSION AND MALFUNCTION OF THE SWITCH.
Consequence
THE CORROSION CAUSES A DETERIORATION OF THE ELECTRICALSWITCH CONNECTION AND CAN RESULT IN FALSE ILLUMINATION OF ABS AND/OR THE BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS AND/OR THE LOSS OF POWER ASSISTANCE BECAUSE OF NO HYDRAULIC PUMPOPERATION. LOSS OF POWER ASSIST INCREASES THE DRIVER'S BRAKE PEDAL EFFORT REQUIRED FOR S... Read more
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS TO THE ABS PRESSURE SWITCH TERMINALS FOR CORROSION AND INSTALL A SHRINK HOSE TO THE WIRING HARNESS TO AVOID MOISTURE ENTERING THE CONNECTION. PRESSURE SWITCHES WITH CORRODED CONNECTORS WILL BE REPLACED.
94V126000 Jul 8, 1994
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Defect Description
DURING LOW ENERGY FRONTAL IMPACT COLLISIONS, THE FRONT CROSSMEMBER CAN CONTACT THE METAL TUBING PORTION OF THE COOLER HOSE ASSEMBLY; AND/OR THE HOSE ASSEMBLY CAN BREAK AND LEAK OIL ONTO THE HOT EXHAUST MANIFOLD OR THE TURBOCHARGER.
Consequence
OIL LEAKING ON THESE HOT ENGINE SURFACES CAN IGNITE AND CAUSE A VEHICULAR FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A PROTECTIVE COVER WHICH WILL PROTECT THE COOLER AND HOSES FROM OTHER STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS IN LOW ENERGY FRONT IMPACTS.
94V029000 Feb 3, 1994
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Defect Description
THE FUEL FILLER AND TANK VENTILATION HOSES MAY DEVELOP CRACKS UNDER THE SECURING HOSE CLAMPS, RESULTING IN FUEL LEAKAGE.
Consequence
FUEL LEAKS MAY RESULT IN A FIRE IF AN IGNITION SOURCEIS PRESENT.
Remedy
THE FUEL FILLER AND FUEL VENTILATION HOSES WILL BE REPLACED WITH NEW HOSES. THE FIVE SECURING HOSE CLAMPS WILL BE REPLACED BY A NEW TYPE WITH A SHIELD THAT PREVENTS DAMAGE TO THE HOSE WHEN TIGHTENED.
Complaint Statistics
32 total complaints
1 fires
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY | 4 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) | 4 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP | 3 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS | 2 |
| POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS | 1 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING:FOG LIGHTS | 1 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP | 1 |
| VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM | 1 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 1 |
POWER TRAIN
Oct 9, 2006
Incident date: Jun 3, 2005
ALL I HAVE TO SAY IS I HAVE HAD THIS CAR FOR OVER A YEAR. IT HAS BEEN ABSOLUTELY THE WORST CAR I HAVE EVER PURCHASED IN MY LIFE.. I HAVE HAD ABOUT SEVEN.. AND WOULD NEVER BUY A SAAB. THE TRANSMISSION WENT AT ABOUT 100,000 MILES. TWO MONTHS AGO THE ABS BRAKES FAILS. THE STEERING IS MAKING ALL KINDS O... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Oct 9, 2006
Incident date: Jun 3, 2005
ALL I HAVE TO SAY IS I HAVE HAD THIS CAR FOR OVER A YEAR. IT HAS BEEN ABSOLUTELY THE WORST CAR I HAVE EVER PURCHASED IN MY LIFE.. I HAVE HAD ABOUT SEVEN.. AND WOULD NEVER BUY A SAAB. THE TRANSMISSION WENT AT ABOUT 100,000 MILES. TWO MONTHS AGO THE ABS BRAKES FAILS. THE STEERING IS MAKING ALL KINDS O... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
Oct 9, 2006
Incident date: Jun 3, 2005
ALL I HAVE TO SAY IS I HAVE HAD THIS CAR FOR OVER A YEAR. IT HAS BEEN ABSOLUTELY THE WORST CAR I HAVE EVER PURCHASED IN MY LIFE.. I HAVE HAD ABOUT SEVEN.. AND WOULD NEVER BUY A SAAB. THE TRANSMISSION WENT AT ABOUT 100,000 MILES. TWO MONTHS AGO THE ABS BRAKES FAILS. THE STEERING IS MAKING ALL KINDS O... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Oct 9, 2006
Incident date: Jun 3, 2005
ALL I HAVE TO SAY IS I HAVE HAD THIS CAR FOR OVER A YEAR. IT HAS BEEN ABSOLUTELY THE WORST CAR I HAVE EVER PURCHASED IN MY LIFE.. I HAVE HAD ABOUT SEVEN.. AND WOULD NEVER BUY A SAAB. THE TRANSMISSION WENT AT ABOUT 100,000 MILES. TWO MONTHS AGO THE ABS BRAKES FAILS. THE STEERING IS MAKING ALL KINDS O... Read more
TIRES
Mar 12, 2002
THIS COMPLAINT CONCERNS BLIZZAK WS-50 WINTER TIRES MANUFACTURED BY BRIDGESTONE AND PURCHASED NEW FROM "THE TIRE RACK" THESE TIRES HAVE NOT EXHIBITED A "FAILURE" IN THAT THEY HAVE NOT DEFALTED, BLOWN OUT, SHREDDED ETC.THE CONCERN WITH THESE TIRES IS THEIR HANDLING CHARACTERISTICS ON DRY PAVEMENT. THE... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Feb 5, 2002
Incident date: Jan 1, 2002
WHEN MAKING A LEFT TURN AT VERY LOW SPEEDS RIGHT SIDE OF AXLE BROKE, MAKING VEHICLE INOPERABLE. CONTACTED DEALER, AND THE DEALER WAS NOT WILLING TO FIX THE PROBLEM. *AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Aug 27, 2001
Incident date: Aug 20, 2001
PLASTIC FUEL TANK SEVERE LEAK AT 2 INCH CRACK ON BOTTOM RIGHT REAR.
SEAT BELTS
May 23, 2001
Incident date: May 16, 2001
AS I BEGAN TO BACK OUT OF A PARKING SPACE (WITH NO OTHER CARS AROUND), THE AUTOMATIC SEAT BELT TENSIONER ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE (PART OF THE SRS SYSTEM) DETONATED. IT SOUNDED AS IF A FIRECRACKER EXPLODED IN MY EAR. I HAD NOT YET PUT ON THE SEATBELT, SO I WASN'T INJURED, BUT IT WILL COST $650 FOR A N... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Jan 29, 2001
THE FUEL TANK DEVELOPED HOLES AND BEGAN LEAKING, THE LEAK DEVELOPED ABOVE THE SUPPORT STRAP ON THE RIGHT REAR. NLM
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Jan 23, 2001
THE FUEL TANK DEVELOPED HOLES AND BEGAN LEAKING, THE LEAK DEVELOPED ABOVE THE SUPPORT STRAP ON THE RIGHT REAR. NLM
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE
Jan 18, 2001
Incident date: Oct 13, 2000
ETS SENDS CAR INTO LIMP HOME MODE MAKING CAR VERY HAZARDOUS TO DRIVE. BRAKING SYSTEM HYDRUALICS ARE CONTROLED BY THIS UNIT AND ARE LIMITED. CAR STICKS IN CRUISE CONTROL MODE. SAAB HAS KNOWN OF THIS PROBLEM AND REFUSES TO RESOLVE IT. ABS HAS 4 SENSORS ON THIS MODEL 2 FRONT 2 REAR THE 2 IN THE REA... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jan 18, 2001
Incident date: Oct 13, 2000
ETS SENDS CAR INTO LIMP HOME MODE MAKING CAR VERY HAZARDOUS TO DRIVE. BRAKING SYSTEM HYDRUALICS ARE CONTROLED BY THIS UNIT AND ARE LIMITED. CAR STICKS IN CRUISE CONTROL MODE. SAAB HAS KNOWN OF THIS PROBLEM AND REFUSES TO RESOLVE IT. ABS HAS 4 SENSORS ON THIS MODEL 2 FRONT 2 REAR THE 2 IN THE REA... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Jan 18, 2001
Incident date: Oct 13, 2000
ETS SENDS CAR INTO LIMP HOME MODE MAKING CAR VERY HAZARDOUS TO DRIVE. BRAKING SYSTEM HYDRUALICS ARE CONTROLED BY THIS UNIT AND ARE LIMITED. CAR STICKS IN CRUISE CONTROL MODE. SAAB HAS KNOWN OF THIS PROBLEM AND REFUSES TO RESOLVE IT. ABS HAS 4 SENSORS ON THIS MODEL 2 FRONT 2 REAR THE 2 IN THE REA... Read more
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
Nov 1, 2000
CONSUMER HAS BEEN WAITING FOR OVER A YEAR FOR RECALL REPAIR 99V109, DEALER IS WAITING ON PARTS. *SLC
AIR BAGS
Jan 28, 2000
Incident date: Dec 25, 1999
RECALL 99V109000; RECALL REPAIRS ON VEHICLE WERE DONE. BUT AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON, INDICATING A PROBLEM WITH AIRBAG SYSTEM. ALSO OWNER HAD THE RECALL ITEM BEFORE THE RECALL CAME OUT. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Oct 11, 1999
Incident date: Jul 7, 1999
1" HAIRLINE CRACK UPPER AFT OF TANK FUEL LEAKS. NO SIGN OF RUBBING OR PUNCTURE. MFG DEFECT?
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
May 25, 1999
Incident date: Feb 17, 1998
I AM VERY UPSET! I WAS LED TO YOUR PAGE BY EDMUNDS CAR SERVICE AS I WAS CONTEMPLATING BUYING A NEW CAR. WHEN I LOOKED AT YOUR RECALL DATA FOR MY CAR, I FOUND TWO RECALLS ORDERED BY YOUR AGENCY WHICH I HAVE NOT BEING NOTIFIED BY SAAB. WHAT REALLY GETS ME IS THAT I HAVE ABEEN WITH THIS PROBLEM FOR ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 6, 1998
WHILE DRIVING A FIRE STARTED ON THE PASSENGER SIDE UNDER SUNVISOR WHICH IS EQUIPPED WITH A POWER MIRROR , CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK
Fire
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Sep 22, 1998
Incident date: Jul 16, 1998
WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30MPH, VEHICLE SHIFTED INTO TRACTION CONTROL ON DRY ROAD AND IT STOPPED. HAD TO RESTART. WHEN HAPPENED AGAIN, HAD IT TOWED TO DEALER DUE TO BEING STUCK IN TRACTION MODE. *AK
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Dec 7, 1997
Incident date: Nov 29, 1997
TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM FAILED. *AK
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Dec 7, 1997
Incident date: Nov 29, 1997
TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM FAILED, VEHICLE ALMOST LOST CONTROL. *AK
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Aug 12, 1997
Incident date: Jul 1, 1996
WHEN ACCELERATING TO MERGE INTO TRAFFIC OR PASS A VEHICLE, TRACTION CONTROL WARNING LIGHT COMES ON, ENGINE DROPS TO APPROX. 500 RMPS AND VEHICLE DIES. WAS UNABLE TO RESTART ENGINE.
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Jan 22, 1997
Incident date: Nov 9, 1996
CLIPS SECURING INSERTS TO WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADE CAME OPEN ALLOWING BLADE TO SLIDE OUT OF HOLDER.
POWER TRAIN
Jul 22, 1996
Incident date: Jul 17, 1996
ODOMETER FRAUD. *SD
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Jul 22, 1996
Incident date: Jun 21, 1995
VALVE COVER GASKET REPLACED DUE TO OIL LEAK. *SD
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Mar 21, 1996
THE OWNER HAD TAKEN THE CAR IN FOR STEERING TO BE FLUSHED, AND WAS TOLD THAT HIGH PRESSURE HOLES CAUSED LEAKING, PERVENTIVE MAINTANCE WAS NOT DONE. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Feb 15, 1995
Incident date: Jun 15, 1994
FUSES BLEW OUT. TT
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Feb 15, 1995
Incident date: Jun 15, 1994
SMELL EMMINATED FROM HEATER. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY
Feb 15, 1995
Incident date: Jun 15, 1994
RELAY SWITCH REPLACED. *AK
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:FOG LIGHTS
Feb 15, 1995
Incident date: Jun 15, 1994
FOG LAMPS BURNED OUT. *AK
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Feb 15, 1995
Incident date: Jun 15, 1994
HEADLIGHTS BURNED OUT. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Feb 15, 1995
Incident date: Jun 15, 1994
FUSES BLEW OUT. TT
EPA Fuel Economy, 1992 SAAB 9000
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 15.0 | 22.0 | 18.0 | Regular | $3,450 |
| 2.3L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 15.0 | 23.0 | 18.0 | Regular | $3,450 |
| 2.3L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 17.0 | 24.0 | 19.0 | Regular | $3,300 |
| 2.3L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 24.0 | 20.0 | Regular | $3,100 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Large Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1992 SAAB 9000
7 manufacturer communications from 7 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 116200 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE | 1 |
| 180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 1 |
| 114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING | 1 |
| 103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) | 1 |
| 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 1 |
| 102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION | 1 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
2482035
Nov 1, 1998
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
BACKGROUD INFORMATION IN DIAGNOSING A DRIVEABILITY COMPLAINT OR THE CHECK ENGINE LAMP COMING ON. *YC
01/970731
Jan 1, 1997
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
ADJUSTMENT OF BEARING TENSION. *TW
11/950640
Nov 1, 1995
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
REPLACEMENT OF A/C HOSE. *SD
06/950588
Jun 1, 1995
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
IT IS NOW POSSIBLE TO INSTALL AN EXTRA SWITCH THAT WILL ALLOW THE TCS FUNCTION TO BE DISENGAGED ON 1992-1994 9000 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH TRACTION CONTROL AND MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS. *TW
03/950557
Mar 1, 1995
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
CORRECTING COMPLAINTS OF POOR DEFOGGING ON REAR WINDOW. *TW
01/950537
Jan 1, 1995
116200 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE
ACC ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE. *TW
03/930311
Mar 1, 1993
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
THROTTLE POTENTIOMETER FAULTS. *TW
NHTSA Safety Investigations, SAAB 9000
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
SQ98006
Opened: Apr 22, 1998 , Closed: May 8, 1998
AUDIO SYSTEM FIRES
SEE RESUME FOR DETAILS.
EA95020
Opened: Jun 30, 1995 , Closed: Jul 31, 1996
PASSENGER COMPARTMENT FIRE
There is no summary currently available
PE95009
Opened: Feb 10, 1995 , Closed: Jun 30, 1995
PASSENGER COMPARTMENT FIRES
There is no summary currently available
PE88081
Opened: Jul 6, 1988 , Closed: Aug 25, 1988
WIRE HARNESS CHAFING
SUMMARY:===
PE86064
Opened: Jul 7, 1986 , Closed: Sep 9, 1986
SEAT TRACK/BELT FAILURE
ANALYSIS:A COMPLIANCE INFORMATION REQUEST (CIR) DATED MAY 30, 1986, HASBEEN SENT TO THE MANUFACTURER.NO RESPONSE HAS AS YET BEEN RECEIVED.THE OFFICE OF DEFECTS INVESTIGATION IS INTERESTED IN LEARNING WHETHER THEFAILURE DURING TEST REPRESENTS A DEFECT IN DESIGN, MATERIAL OR MANUFACTUREWHICH MANIFESTS... Read more
SAAB 9000 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the SAAB 9000 across all model years (1986, 1998).
26
Total Recalls
197
Total Complaints
5
Investigations
5
Reported Crashes
17
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
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