1979 Saab 900
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1979 Saab 900. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
4 recalls name the 1979 Saab 900. Newest first.
A problem relating to the front exhaust pipe bracket attachment could cause leaking of transmission oil. Transmission could lock up due to lack of proper oil lubrication.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Dealer will replace the existing exhaust pipe bracket with one that attaches to the side of the transmission. The rear differential cover gasket will also be replaced, using screws instead of studs.
The insulation of the positive battery cable may possibly melt or become brittle due to the high temperatures which may be generated in the vicinity of the cable.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Dealer will replace the "b+" cable (positive cable from starter), add protective sleeves over the starter wiring harness, and install a new heat guard for the battery, without charge.
Under certain conditions such as ambient humidity and vehicle pre-conditioning by repeated cold start, and short trip driving cycles in combination with sub-zero temperatures, there exists the possibility for ice to form in the throttle housing and temporarily impede full closure of the throttle plate when the accelerator IS released. This ice build-up in…
Risk and remedy
Remedy
The dealer will modify the engine intake system to further improve preheating of incoming air in cold weather. This will be done free of charge.
The headlamp relay may fail in such a way as to cause the headlamps to fail to switch from low to high beam (or vice versa) when the control switch IS operated. Also, the headlamps may shut off intermittently or completely.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the headlamp relay, without charge to owner.
Owner complaints
2 complaints1 involved a crash3 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Seat belts › Front › Retractor
This IS important: the rt pass seat belt did not hold my wife in a head on crash, and somebody removed the car from salvage yard quickly, inc co and yard owner did not know who took it before investigation could be made on belt failure..suspect saab had it picked up in 7 days after accident...wonder if this IS a pattern where thay tried to hide wreck from investigation?
- Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower arm
Consumer found fractures in rear arm of the lower control arm, indicating fatigue with age.
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