NHTSA Data Explorer

Saab

Data refreshed May 30, 2026

Complaints

2,700

Active records

Recalls

57

Active records

TSBs

1,447

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

2

Injuries

114

Crashes

96

Fires

76

Top reported issues — Saab

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Condition issue

706

Operating state

706

Safety restraint issue

473

Engine behavior

459

Reporting mechanism

342

Safety restraint behavior

237

Thermal issue

167

Fluid issue

164

Braking behavior

163

Performance issue

161

Starting behavior

134

Lighting behavior

128

Noise

105

Driver assistance issue

89

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

89

Smell

85

Access/entry issue

84

Electrical issue

83

Steering behavior

67

Vibration/harshness

49

Powering on/off behavior

48

Ride/handling behavior

35

HVAC behavior

33

Recent change

25

Infotainment behavior

24

Communication/network issue

8

Wiper/washer behavior

7

Electrified system issue

1

Most-reported Saab models

Ranked by total record count. Sparkline shows the last 12 months. Click a model to view year-level data.

1

9-3

1,406

2

9-3X

1,345

3

9-5

506

4

900

299

5

9-7x

171

6

9-2X

121

7

9000

102

8

9-4X

5

Browse all Saab models

All Saab models with NHTSA records, listed alphabetically.

9-2X9-39-3X9-4X9-59-7x9009000

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2011 SAAB 9-4X

Filed Feb 23, 2026


General Motors refuses to manufacture replacement windshields rendering all 9-4x vehicles that get a cracked windshield unsafe and unable to pass a safety inspection for registration.

2005 SAAB 9-7X

Filed Dec 10, 2025


The contact owns a 2005 Saab 9-7X. The contact stated that the fog lights independently turned on and failed to turn off. Upon starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was restarted, and the sound went away. The contact also stated that the rear suspension was sagging. There were no warning lights illuminated. Upon research, the contact located NHTSA Campaign Number: 12V406000 (Electrical System, Visibility). Several unknown local dealers were…

2008 SAAB 9-3

Filed Dec 6, 2025


Hello, I know the Takata airbag has to be replaced on my car. However now I do live abroad, in Gothenburg Sweden in Europe. How do I get the replacement done? Should I go to GM here in Europe? Thanks

2006 SAAB 9-3

Filed Aug 6, 2025


The contact owns a 2006 SAAB 9-3. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and shut off, the contact attempted to start the vehicle, and the vehicle failed to start. The contact also noticed a fuel odor coming from the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000.

2004 SAAB 9-5

Filed May 10, 2025


Fire

I purchased my 2004 Saab 9-5 in 2023. I was under the impression that everything was running and that drivability was proper. When I attempted to drive the automobile it would start, idle 7 minutes and stall. It would not start again for about 35 minutes. I tried to use it, and this behavior continued. Often, in traffic it would stall while I was moving at low speed, and moderate speed: Without warning, it cuts out and won't start for 40 minutes. I have spent money with my mechanic, over…

2005 SAAB 9-2X

Filed Feb 10, 2025


The contact owns a 2005 Saab 9-2X. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 11V464000 (Suspension) and 15V323000 (Air Bags); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer and Chevrolet 112 (631) 317-2348) were contacted but referred the contact to Subaru for recall repair assistance. The Subaru manufacturer and GM manufacturer were notified of the issue, but no assistance was provided. The contact stated that the manufacturer had…

2005 SAAB 9-2X

Filed Feb 10, 2025


Does recall supposed to be done under the general motors they’re refusing to do this recall. And it’s the law they have to do this recall not my fault. It’s a sob that was made by Subaru, but it’s GM’s product 05-06.

2001 SAAB 9-3

Filed Nov 25, 2024


The contact owns a 2001 Saab 9-3. The contact stated that the vehicle was overheating while driving. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. A mobile independent mechanic diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 05V399000 (Electrical System) and 06V126000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage…

2008 SAAB 9-3

Filed Aug 30, 2024


The contact owns a 2008 Saab 9-3. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 14V318000 (Seat Belts) and 16V063000 (Air Bags); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer was contacted; however, the dealer declined to service the vehicle. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.…

2006 SAAB 9-2X

Filed Aug 9, 2024


The contact owns a 2006 Saab 9-2X. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V002000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Data sourced from NHTSA's public datasets. Issue classifications are generated by Repair Surge. About this data.

Updated May 30, 2026. Refreshed nightly.