1987 Saab 900
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1987 Saab 900. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
2 recalls name the 1987 Saab 900. Newest first.
Wiring harness may chafe against sharp edges under the dashboard and against a support under the rear seat (1988 models only).
Risk and remedy
Risk
This could cause a short circuit; the resulting heatbuildup could cause smoke or a fire in the passenger compartment.
Remedy
Install rubber protective strips to sharp edges and completely encase wire harness in a protective plastic tube.
The fuel hose between the pressure regulator and the injector fuel rail may rupture due to stress.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This could result in a fuel leak and possibly a fire.
Remedy
Replace fuel hose with new preformed plastic hose.
Owner complaints
4 complaints1 involved a fire
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Electrical system › Wiring · Equipment
My 1987 saab 900 caughton fire with me in it. I would like to file a complaint against saab but I do not know how to go about it. I need help. Thank you.*ak
- Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower arm
This IS apparently a common failure on saab 900 cars, well known to dealers and the factory as well as the tsn bulletin board which has been up since 1988. [Www.saabnet.com] the manufacturer has made available a reinforced lower suspension arm but has refused to pay for either the part or installation thereof. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission control › Catalytic convertor · Tires › Sidewall · Visibility › Rearview mirrors/devices › Interior
Replaced four continental tires because of cracking on the sidewall.
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission control › Catalytic convertor · Tires › Sidewall · Visibility › Rearview mirrors/devices › Interior
Heat shield under catalytic converter rusts, causing shield to overheat.
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