NHTSA recall 05V236000
Service brakes, hydraulic › Power assist › Vacuum › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Saab 9-3
Reported May 19, 200568,654 vehicles affectedSAAB CARS USA, INC.Maker’s number 15019 / 05057Built Jul 1, 2002 – Jun 30, 2003
The defect
Certain sport sedan and convertible passenger vehicles were produced with a vacuum pipe check valve for the brake booster that may fail from exposure to elevated temperatures. this could result in sudden loss of power brake assist, usually with little or no warning.
The risk
If this condition were to occur when minimum stopping distance IS required, a crash could occur.
The remedy
Dealers will install a new redesigned check valve. the recall began on march 17, 2006. owners should contact saab at 1-800-955-9007.