SAAB Recalls
31 recalls across 13 models.
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0 SAAB 9-Mar
Over time, the Automatic Tensioning System (ATS) cable within the safety belt retractors of certain vehicles may break, and the seat belt may not retract.
Light Vehicle
12 Aug 2014
0 SAAB 9-3 Sport Sedan
The check valve, part of the brake booster vacuum pipe, may not fulfill lifetime requirements. Over time, the valve will deteriorate.
Light Vehicle
26 Aug 2005
0 SAAB 9-3
During the manufacturing process,the fuel pump retaining tabs holding the fuel lines were damaged in some of the involved vehicles.Over time,this could cause the fuel lines to loosen from the pump resulting in fuel leakage.
Light Vehicle
29 Apr 2005
0 SAAB 9-3
The front seat belts can experience a 'non-retracting' condition. The problem originates from the two stage mechanism inside the retractor.
Light Vehicle
13 May 2004
0 SAAB 900, 93
2 nuts have been deleted, under certain conditions where a tow bar has been fitted, heavy trailer loads may distort and weaken the rear bumper bar to which the tow bar is fitted.
Light Vehicle
20 Apr 2004
0 SAAB 9-3 Cabriolet
The locking catch of the backrest release mechanism may be faulty. If the mechanism is defective and the vehicle is involved in a collision, it could result in the backrest folding.
Light Vehicle
2 Dec 2003
0 SAAB 900
The fault relates to the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) that controls the deployment of the air bags and seat belt pretensioners. Under high humidity conditions, it is possible for the ECU to short circuit internally resulting in the activation of the air bags.
Light Vehicle
3 Dec 2002
0 SAAB 9.3 2002 Model
Due to a problem with the chromating process, the front brake caliper piston may release hydrogen gas into the brake system. This could result in reduced, or lost braking capabilities.
Light Vehicle
21 May 2002
0 SAAB 9-5
The fault relates to the left-hand steering swivel member where it mounts to the ball joint. Two batches of steering castings may have been contaminated by defective material causing imperfections which may affect the durability of the steering member.
Light Vehicle
8 Jan 2002
0 SAAB 9000CS, 9-5
Due to the brittle condition of the metal used, the towbar tongue can snap.
Light Vehicle
14 Nov 2001
0 SAAB 9-3
The tie rod end nuts may not have been tightened sufficiently during production. Should the nut come loose, this can affect steering capabilities.
Light Vehicle
21 Oct 2001
2002 SAAB 9-5
The fault relates to the bolts that secure the wishbone ball joints. These bolts may have acquired incorrect torque and as a consequence, may result in a shortened life span or bolt breakage.
Light Vehicle
29 Aug 2001
2002 SAAB 9-5
The fault relates to the connection of the Supplementary Restraint System which was incorrect during assembly. In a collision the passenger side seat belt tensioner can activate instead of the drivers's side tensioner.
Light Vehicle
29 Aug 2001
0 SAAB 900
Under extreme circumstances, the passenger airbag can deploy due to static electricity.
Light Vehicle
2 July 2001
0 SAAB Viggen
A Warning Label Was Not Fitted To The Vehicle. The Label Specifies The Correct Type Of Brake Fluid To Use For The Braking System.
Light Vehicle
29 Dec 1999
0 SAAB 9-3, 9-5
The Existing Label Containing Tyre Information Located On The B Pillar Contains Incorrect Information.
Light Vehicle
6 Dec 1999
0 SAAB 9-3
It Is Possible For The Easy Entry Feature To Fail Resulting In The Front Seats Not Locking In The Fore/aft Positions.
Light Vehicle
4 Oct 1999
0 SAAB 9000
The Srs System May Have Become Exposed To Moisture Which May Corrode The Internal Printed Circuit Board Resulting In The Instrument Panel Becoming Activated Warning The Driver Of a Fault, And In Extreme Cases Causing Inadvertent Air Bag Deployment.
Light Vehicle
20 Aug 1999
0 SAAB 900
The Throttle Housing Can Corrode Resulting In The Throttle Plate Not Returning To Fully Closed Position.
Light Vehicle
21 Apr 1997
0 SAAB 900
May Have Misalignment Of The Steering Column.
Light Vehicle
22 Feb 1996
0 SAAB 900
Fatigue Cracks In The Height Adjusting Mechanism In Drivers Seat. In Event Of Rear End Collison The Mechanism Could Break And Allow Seat To Fold Rearward.
Light Vehicle
2 Oct 1995
0 SAAB 900
Risk Of Missing Arc Weld In The Seat Back Frame For The Front Seats.
Light Vehicle
2 Oct 1995
0 SAAB 900
There Is A Risk That The Reverse Gear Isn't Engaged When The Ignition Key Is In Locked Position.
Light Vehicle
2 Oct 1995
0 SAAB 9000
Incorrectly Spot-welded Parcel Shelf.
Light Vehicle
2 Oct 1995
0 SAAB 9000
Brake Light Switch Malfunction, Corrosion In The Abs Pressure Warning Switch And Risk For Damage On Engine Oil Cooler.
Light Vehicle
23 June 1995
0 SAAB 9000
Cracks May Develop Under The Hose Clips On Two Rubber Hoses Between The Fuel Filler Housing And The Fuel Tank.
Light Vehicle
17 Nov 1994
0 SAAB 900
The Lower Control Arms Of The Front Suspension May Fracture, Causing The Suspension To Collapse Resulting In Loss Of Steering Control.
Light Vehicle
27 Nov 1992
0 SAAB 9000
Gear Selector Switch May Become Overloaded And Switch May Overheat And Fail.
Light Vehicle
16 Oct 1990
0 SAAB 9000
Throttle-kickdown Cable May Chafe Against Brake-pipes Causing Leakage Of Brake Fluid.
Light Vehicle
16 Oct 1990
0 SAAB 9000
The Accelleration Function Of The Cruise Control Could Jam & Restrict Accellerator Control.
Light Vehicle
27 May 1988
0 SAAB 900I 16, 900T 16
Excess Crimping Of Fuel Hose May Cause Split.
Light Vehicle
30 Apr 1987