1994 SAAB 9000
4 recalls, 20 complaints - 17 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.
94V084000 May 2, 1994
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Defect Description
ONE OF THE BULBS IN EACH OF THE BRAKE LIGHT LOWER OUTBOARD LAMP ASSEMBLIES MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PROPERLY WIRED, RESULTING IN IMPROPER TAIL LIGHT ILLUMINATION ON BRAKE APPLICATION. THIS DOES NOT CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Consequence
CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: IMPROPER ILLUMINATION OF BRAKE LIGHTS DURING BRAKE APPLICATION MAY NOT SIGNAL FOLLOWING DRIVERS OF THE OPERATOR'S INTENT TO SLOW OR STOP AND COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE COLLISION.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL MODIFY THE BRAKE LIGHT OUTBOARD LAMP ASSEMBLIES TO MEET FMVSS REQUIREMENTS.
Complaint Statistics
20 total complaints
2 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | 3 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 3 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP | 2 |
| TIRES | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT | 1 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY | 1 |
| VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:HEATER CORE | 1 |
AIR BAGS
Aug 29, 2012
Incident date: Aug 28, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1994 SAAB 9000 CSE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING 15-20 MPH, THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED ERRONEOUSLY. THE FAILURE CAUSED INJURIES TO THE CONTACT'S HEAD, LEG AND SHOULDERS. THE POLICE WERE CONTACTED AND A REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER.... Read more
1 injured
STRUCTURE
Aug 12, 2009
Incident date: Jul 5, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1994 SAAB 9000. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE DASHBOARD WAS CRACKED AND HAD OTHER UNSIGHTLY DAMAGE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR INSPECTION AND THEY STATED THAT THE TOP SURFACE OF THE DASHBOARD NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE REPAIR COST WAS ESTIMATED AT $7... Read more
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Oct 31, 2007
Incident date: Jun 15, 2007
SRS LIGHT CAME ON WITHIN 1 DAY SPONTANEOUS DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED AT HWY. SPEED, ABLE TO GET CAR TO SHOULDER SLIGHT BURNS INSIDE RIGHT FOREARM, CLEAR AND DRY DAY. *TR
1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE
Jun 25, 2007
Incident date: Jun 25, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1994 SAAB 9000. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO START THE VEHICLE, BUT IT FAILED TO ENGAGE. HE PUSHED THE VEHICLE TO THE MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THE CAUSE OF FAILURE AS THE IGNITION MODULE. THE CONTACT BELIEVES HIS VEHICLE SHOULD BE A PART OF RECALL # 05V399000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IG... Read more
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Nov 16, 2004
Incident date: Oct 20, 2004
CONSUMER RECEIVED NHTSA RECALL 99V109000 CONCERNING AIR BAG MODULE. AFTER HAVING THE ECM REPLACED AND INSTALLED A COVER OVER THE ECM SRS LIGHT APPEARED ON THE DASHBOARD. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE CAUSE HAD NOT BEEN DETERMINED. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Aug 27, 2002
Incident date: Jul 30, 2002
VEHICLE WAS AT DEALERSHIP FOR BRAKE REPAIR. MECHANIC NOTICED 3 ENGINE MOUNTS HAD TO BE REPLACED.*AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Aug 27, 2002
Incident date: Jul 30, 2002
VEHICLE WAS AT DEALERSHIP FOR BRAKE REPAIR. MECHANIC NOTICED 3 ENGINE MOUNTS HAD TO BE REPLACED.*AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Aug 26, 2002
Incident date: Jul 30, 2002
CONSUMER APPLIED BRAKES AT 55-60 MPH, THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE AND PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. DEALER DETERMINED THAT BRAKE LINE WAS CRUSHED DUE TO ENGINE MOVEMENT.*AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Aug 26, 2002
Incident date: Jul 30, 2002
CONSUMER APPLIED BRAKES AT 55-60 MPH, THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE AND PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. DEALER DETERMINED THAT BRAKE LINE WAS CRUSHED DUE TO ENGINE MOVEMENT.*AK
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM
Feb 6, 2001
Incident date: Jan 2, 2001
CONSUMER NOTICED A GASOLINE ODOR IN BACK OF VEHICLE ALONG WITH A SUDDEN LOSS OF FUEL, DEALER REPLACED THE FUEL PUMP SENDER ASSEMBLY, DEALER STATED THIS FAILURE COULD HAVE CAUSED AN EXPLOSION. *SLC
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Dec 6, 1999
Incident date: Nov 21, 1999
THIS IS THE SECOND TIME FOR THE SAME PULLEY/BALL BEARING TO FAIL. IT FIRST HAPPENED DURING THE THIRD YEAR OF OPERATION; APPROX 30 000 MILES. I'M STATIONED IN VIENNA, AUSTRIA.
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:HEATER CORE
Jan 30, 1999
Incident date: Jan 2, 1999
THE HEATER CORE WAS FOUND LEAKING. ANTI-FREEZE WAS FOUND ON BOTH THE PASSENGER AND DRIVER SIDE FLOOR, BUT COULD NOT DETERMINE THE EXACT CAUSE. THE PROBLEM WAS CONFIRMED THIS WEEK WHEN THE CAR WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR CHECK UP. I WAS TOLD THIS WAS A COMMON PROBLEM AMONG SAAB, AND IT IS NOT COVER... Read more
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Aug 26, 1998
Incident date: Jun 30, 1998
CLUTCH MASTER CYLINDER FAILED.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jan 6, 1998
Incident date: Jan 2, 1998
THE DEFECTIVE THROTTLE SYSTEM FROZE IN AN OPEN POSTION, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SPEED UP TO 75 MPH. THE OCCUPANT PRESSED THE BRAKES AND EMERGENCY PARKING BRAKE TO STOP THE VEHICLE. DEALER IS REPLACING THE THROTTLE HOUSING UNIT. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT
Mar 10, 1996
Incident date: Jan 23, 1995
ABS WARNING LIGHT COMES ON/OFF.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
Mar 10, 1996
Incident date: Jan 23, 1995
BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER FAILED TWICE. *SKD
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Mar 10, 1996
Incident date: Jun 20, 1994
ENGINE VALVE REPLACED DUE TO VEHICLE SURGING AT SPEEDS OF 55-60 MPH.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Mar 10, 1996
Incident date: Jan 23, 1995
RIGHT REAR TAIL LAMP REPLACED.
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Mar 10, 1996
Incident date: Jun 21, 1995
OTHER: PASSENGER'S AIR BAG ASSEMBLY REPLACED.
TIRES
Mar 24, 1995
Incident date: Jan 27, 1995
THE TIRES HAVE TO BE REPLACED EVERY 4000 MILES DUE TO CUPPING. PLEASE EXPLAIN. TT
EPA Fuel Economy, 1994 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) | 16.0 | 24.0 | 19.0 | Regular | $3,300 |
| 2.3L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 15.0 | 24.0 | 18.0 | Regular | $3,450 |
| 2.3L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 26.0 | 21.0 | Premium | $3,650 |
| 2.3L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 26.0 | 21.0 | Regular | $2,950 |
| 2.3L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 17.0 | 25.0 | 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, 1994 SAAB 9000
17 manufacturer communications from 17 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION | 3 |
| 114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING | 3 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 3 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 |
| 063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM | 1 |
| 114200 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH | 1 |
| 103300 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL) | 1 |
| 101000 POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY | 1 |
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
3711703E4
Sep 25, 2001
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
SERVICE INFORMATION REGARDING THE WIRING HARNESS REPAIR KIT. *TT
2482035
Nov 1, 1998
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
BACKGROUD INFORMATION IN DIAGNOSING A DRIVEABILITY COMPLAINT OR THE CHECK ENGINE LAMP COMING ON. *YC
3711703ED3
Nov 1, 1998
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
SERVICE INFORMATION ON WIRING HARNESS REPAIR KIT. *YC
97112498100
May 27, 1998
111100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
INFORMATION ON REPLACEMENT OF POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE. *YC
211
Feb 4, 1997
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
TEMPERATURE SENDING UNITS FOR REPLACEMENT CYLINDER HEADS FOR VEHICLES WITH 4 CYLINDER ENGINE. *JD
100
Feb 1, 1997
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
NEW ESSENTIAL SPECIAL TOOL: TERMINAL REPAIR KIT. *JD
210
Feb 1, 1997
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
CYLINDER HEAD BOLT TIGHTENING TORQUE. *JD
471
Jan 1, 1997
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
NEW METHOD OF PRELOAD ADJUSTMENT. *JD
01/970731
Jan 1, 1997
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
ADJUSTMENT OF BEARING TENSION. *TW
11/950641
Nov 1, 1995
103300 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
CORRECTING A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT THAT REVERSE GEAR LEVER IS DIFFICULT TO ENGAGE OR JUMPS OUT OF GEAR WHEN CAR IS DRIVEN IN REVERSE. *SD
10/950620
Oct 1, 1995
101000 POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
CORRECTING A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF A RATTLING NOISE FROM THE CLUTCH PLATE. *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
CAMP418
Jun 1, 1995
114200 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
CAMPAIGN 418 - IT HAS BEEN DETERMINED THAT A NUMBER OR 1994 AND 1995 9000 MODELS THE WIRING HARNESS CONNECTED TO THE MAIN FUSE BOX CAN CHAFE AGAINST THE BRACKET WHICH HOLDS THE FUSE BOX AND AIR DUCT IN PLACE POSSIBLY CREATING A SHORT CIRCU
03/950557
Mar 1, 1995
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
CORRECTING COMPLAINTS OF POOR DEFOGGING ON REAR WINDOW. *TW
12/940529
Dec 1, 1994
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
SEAL ON GEAR SELECTOR SHAFT MAY LEAK. *TW
12/940528
Dec 1, 1994
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
AIR INJECTION PUMP MAY GENERATE AN UNUSUAL NOISE DUE TO HOSE CLAMP RESTING AGAINST THE AIR SHIELD. *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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