1996 Saab 9000
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Owner complaints
10 complaints1 involved a crash1 involved a fire
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Latest complaints
- Engine and engine cooling
Dt*: the contact stated while traveling various speeds, the vehicle stalled then the alarm activated. after disconnecting and reconnecting the battery, the vehicle restarted. the vehicle was not seen by a mechanic.
- Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch
I have replaced three locking actuators (driver's door, left passenger's door, and the right rear passenger's door) since I have purchased my car in 1997. of course all this happen after the warranty had expired. presently, I have one door lock that can be opened with the key knobe and on the…
I have replaced three locking actuators (driver's door, left passenger's door, and the right rear passenger's door) since I have purchased my car in 1997. of course all this happen after the warranty had expired. presently, I have one door lock that can be opened with the key knobe and on the console where the lock switch IS located. in talking with the saab dealer, I was informed that I probably need these actuators would probably cost me approximately $300 each (a total of $900) to replace. I feel that something must be wrong with the electrical system for all three (so far) not to be working. I have not had them replaced yet because I think this IS totally ridiculous. gale e. Moorer - 7/9/04. *ak
- Electrical system › Wiring › Front underhood · Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Turbo/supercharger
1996 saab 9000 aero rear-ended an izuzu rodeo. damage to the rodeo was almost unnoticeable. saab engine however erupted into flames and was a total loss. a factory certified technician less than 30 days prior to fire had serviced saab. response from saab customer service - the issue did not…
1996 saab 9000 aero rear-ended an izuzu rodeo. damage to the rodeo was almost unnoticeable. saab engine however erupted into flames and was a total loss. a factory certified technician less than 30 days prior to fire had serviced saab. response from saab customer service - the issue did not concern saab and was between my insurance company and me. Was told by saab that insurance company would subrogate the claim if they thought it was worthwhile. Insurance company (metlife) commented that loss was not large enough to pursue subrogation. observed no concern that a problem could exist and ran into complete denial of any responsibility. concern IS how and why it could have happened and under similar circumstances will others be in danger of a like hazard. Incident IS well document via digital photographs along with extensive detail from conversations with saab.*ak
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Faulty vehicle transmission in 1996 saab 9000.*mr the replaced transmission failed resulting in the consumer having to drive the vehicle manually. The dealer found that the problem was internal with the transmission shifts, it stayed in 4TH gear. They had to replace it with a rebuilt transmission. *ph
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Belts and associated pulleys · Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe · Exterior lighting › Hazard flashing warning lights › Unit · Power train › Automatic transmission · Seats › Front assembly › Seat heater/cooler · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Pads · Visibility › Rear window wiper/washer › Motor
The automatic transmission was replaced three times. *ph the first transmission was replaced due to a worn out oil pump(the fluid was burned), and there was a whining noise. the second incident happened while the consumer was driving and the transmission did not shift properly (had to drive…
The automatic transmission was replaced three times. *ph the first transmission was replaced due to a worn out oil pump(the fluid was burned), and there was a whining noise. the second incident happened while the consumer was driving and the transmission did not shift properly (had to drive back manually/the mechanic found an internal problem), the vehicle stayed in fourth gear, and had to be replaced with a rebuilt transmission. the rear brake pads had worn out. *scc. The seat heater light was inoperative, the dealer replaced the seat heater switch, the exhaust system was replaced, the drive belt and pulleys were replaced. the mechanic stated something within the vehicle was built incorrectly to cause the transmission to fail. The motor for the rear windshield wipers had to be replaced, which caused the front windshield wipers not to work, and the hazard lights worked intermittently. *jb
- Electrical system · Engine and engine cooling › Engine · Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe · Power train › Automatic transmission · Seats › Front assembly › Seat heater/cooler · Service brakes, hydraulic · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Pads
The dealer replaced the transmission four times in the past two years. *ak the vehicle had to be driven manually and stayed in 4TH gear. the mechanic found an internal transmission problem. the rear brake pads were worn, the transmission oil pump was worn out, the hazards did not work when the…
The dealer replaced the transmission four times in the past two years. *ak the vehicle had to be driven manually and stayed in 4TH gear. the mechanic found an internal transmission problem. the rear brake pads were worn, the transmission oil pump was worn out, the hazards did not work when the weather was hot, but worked with the a/c it did not work. *scc the muffler was replaced, the drive belt and pulleys were replaced, the rear brake rotors were out of specification and the brake pads were worn, the seat heater light switch was replaced, the oil pump was worn out *jb
- Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly
The rear center seat belt buckle came apart. It IS held on to the belt by a lead pin. That pin came loose. The belt IS no longer useable. It has to be replaced. A child was strapped in at the time and the car was in motion. The seat belt and latch will require replacement. I am concerned this safety feature IS not safe.*ak
- Seat belts › Front › Anchorage
I reported this to you three weeks ago...still don't see it in the complaints summary. however, since my report, saab USA tells me that this problem, front seat backs that have over 2 cm of free-play front to rear in them IS common throughout their saab 9000 fleet. I believe these seats are…
I reported this to you three weeks ago...still don't see it in the complaints summary. however, since my report, saab USA tells me that this problem, front seat backs that have over 2 cm of free-play front to rear in them IS common throughout their saab 9000 fleet. I believe these seats are dangerous in that they add to the forces inflicted on a driver in the event of an accident. would you please let me know you received this report by sending me a return email (ken@wwisp.com)? thanks.
- Exterior lighting › Brake lights
Brake lights failed.
- Fuel system, other
Gas gauge inoperative.
Defect investigations
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- Audio system fires
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Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10246631Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
- 610143A condition may exist where fuse 16 (central locking system, interior lighting and back-up lights) can blow. This service bulletin describes a procedure to remove the central locking system from fuse 16 and install in an open position at fuse 15.
- 604160Technical service broadcast on setting dtc p0300 on some models.
- 604140Technical service broadcast on diagnosing codes p0300, p0301, p0302, p0303, p0304.
- 604046Backgroud information in diagnosing a driveability complaint or the check engine lamp coming on.
- 602949Procedures for repair and updating of isat.
- 601515Information on improved manual gearbox.
- 601511Vehicles speedometer stops working.
- 601504Conditions with front roof console rattling on cars with sunroof.
- 600580Information on replacement of positive battery cable.
- 52448Adjustment of bearing tension.
- 52289New method of preload adjustment.
- 52049Temperature sending units for replacement cylinder heads for vehicles with 4 cylinder engine.
- 52047Replacement of the dome light cover and housing.
- 52044New essential special tool: terminal repair kit.
- 52041Cylinder head bolt tightening torque.
- 46713Safety belt with lockable belt tongue.
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