Saab 9000 1993
Model 9000 made in 1993 by Saab got 34 consumer complains, 1 investigation there are 5 recalls as well as 8 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to air bags, electrical system and engine and engine cooling. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, engine and engine cooling and equipment. The car had one investigation (electrical system). There were some recalls concerningair bags, engine and engine cooling and exterior lighting. The car has 2 modeles with engines 2.3, ffs, 2.3, ffs,trbo.
Model 1993
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3, (FFS) | 4 | Automatic 4 gears | FWD | Regular | 1 - Category 1 Truck | ||||
| 2.3, (FFS) | 4 | Automatic 4 gears | FWD | Regular | P - Passenger Car | ||||
| 2.3, (FFS,TRBO) | 4 | Automatic 4 gears | FWD | Regular | P - Passenger Car |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS - FRONTAL - SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE | ||||||||||||||||
| 99V109000 | SAAB CARS USA, INC. | from 06/20/1991 to 07/06/1994 | V (Vehicle) | 26116 | 07/05/1999 | MFR | SAAB CARS USA, INC. | 05/06/1999 | 05/12/1999 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. moisture can enter the air bag inflatable restraint electronic control module (ecm) and cause corrosion on portions of the ecm printer circuit boards. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This corrosion can possibly create open connections in circuits which control the restraint deployment, possibly causing inadvertent air bag deployment. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect the exterior of the ecm. if there is no indication of moisture, a cover will be installed over the ecm. if there is indication of moisture, the dealer will replace the ecm and install a cover over the new ecm. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Owner notification began july 5, 1999.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact saab at 1-800-955-9007. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM | ||||||||||||||||
| 94V126000 | SAAB CARS USA, INC. | from 06/01/1991 to 05/01/1994 | V (Vehicle) | 12040 | 10/25/1994 | MFR | SAAB CARS USA, INC. | 07/08/1994 | 07/13/1994 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | During low energy frontal impact collisions, the front crossmember can contact the metal tubing portion of the cooler hose assembly; and/or the hose assembly can break and leak oil onto the hot exhaust manifold or the turbocharger. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Oil leaking on these hot engine surfaces can ignite and cause a vehicular fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will install a protective cover which will protect the cooler and hoses from other structural components in low energy front impacts. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: engine cooling system. vehicle description: passenger cars equipped with engine oil coolers.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defects or noncompliance, please contact saab service center at 1-800-955-9007. also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS - SWITCH | ||||||||||||||||
| 94V108000 | SAAB CARS USA, INC. | from 06/01/1992 to 06/01/1993 | V (Vehicle) | 9747 | 08/25/1994 | ODI | SAAB CARS USA, INC. | 06/09/1994 | 06/22/1994 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | A number of brake light switches have an oval-shaped piston which can get stuck under certain conditions. other switches were mounted so that both locking tabs are not completely engaged in the mounting bracket. if one side is not engaged, the switch is misaligned with the pedal mechanism and can bind the piston movement, which can cause the brake light switch to stick in the off or on position. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This results in either the brake lights remaining on constantly or the brake lights not illuminating when the brakes are applied. this results in inaccurate signals of brake operation to other vehicle operators, and could result in an accident. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect brake light switches. for vehicles with the oval-shaped piston and for vehicles with misaligned brake light switches, the brake light switch will be replaced. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: lighting; switch; button; ring; brake lights.vehicle description: passenger vehicles.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, please contact saab service center at 1-800-955-9007. also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | ||||||||||||||||
| 94V029000 | SAAB CARS USA, INC. | from 05/01/1992 to 10/01/1992 | V (Vehicle) | 5824 | 03/25/1994 | MFR | SAAB CARS USA, INC. | 02/03/1994 | 02/17/1994 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The fuel filler and tank ventilation hoses may develop cracks under the securing hose clamps, resulting in fuel leakage. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Fuel leaks may result in a fire if an ignition sourceis present. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | The fuel filler and fuel ventilation hoses will be replaced with new hoses. the five securing hose clamps will be replaced by a new type with a shield that prevents damage to the hose when tightened. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: fuel; fuel systems.vehicle description: passenger cars.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, please contact saab service center at 1-800-955-9007. also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - CONTROL UNIT/MODULE | ||||||||||||||||
| 95V067000 | SAAB CARS USA, INC. | from 06/01/1991 to 05/01/1994 | V (Vehicle) | 12091 | 07/07/1995 | MFR | SAAB CARS USA, INC. | 03/29/1995 | 04/04/1995 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Moisture can follow the electrical harness and enter the pressure switch connector causing corrosion and malfunction of the switch. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The corrosion causes a deterioration of the electricalswitch connection and can result in false illumination of abs and/or the brake warning lights and/or the loss of power assistance because of no hydraulic pumpoperation. loss of power assist increases the driver's brake pedal effort required for stopping which can result in extended braking distances. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect the electrical connections to the abs pressure switch terminals for corrosion and install a shrink hose to the wiring harness to avoid moisture entering the connection. pressure switches with corroded connectors will be replaced. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: brakes; hydraulic; anti-skid system.vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with mk ii anti-lock braking system (abs) brakes.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, please contact saab at 1-800-955-9007. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - MODULE | |||||
| 01/950537 | 01/01/1995 | 39171 | Acc electronic control module. *tw | 03/17/1995 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING | |||||
| 03/950557 | 03/01/1995 | 39943 | Correcting complaints of poor defogging on rear window. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||||
| 248 | 12/24/1998 | 604045 | Complaint of no start, stalling or poor driveability with automatic transmission and traction control. *yc | 03/16/1999 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - OTHER FUEL TYPES - TURBO-CHARGER | |||||
| BCM9300005 | 01/01/1993 | 39455 | Improved connection (marmon type) between the turbo charger outlet and and the inlet pipe going into the charge air cooler. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - AIR CONDITIONER | |||||
| 11/950640 | 11/01/1995 | 46711 | Replacement of a/c hose. *sd | 04/25/1996 | |
| POWER TRAIN - MANUAL TRANSMISSION | |||||
| 01/970731 | 01/01/1997 | 52448 | Adjustment of bearing tension. *tw | 07/24/1997 | |
| 471 | 01/01/1997 | 52289 | New method of preload adjustment. *jd | 07/17/1997 | |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | |||||
| 2482035 | 11/01/1998 | 604046 | Backgroud information in diagnosing a driveability complaint or the check engine lamp coming on. *yc | 03/16/1999 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ||||||
| SQ98006 | SAAB CARS USA, INC. | 04/22/1998 | 05/08/1998 | AUDIO SYSTEM FIRES | ||
| See resume for details. | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS - FRONTAL - SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE | |||
| 1 | |||
| Nhtsa recall 99v109000, air bag module, when consumer applied the brake, the air bag light illuminated, and at times the light stayed on which caused the battery to fail. *ak *jb | |||
| The airbag warning light comes on due to the front sensors going bad. dlr replaced the front sensors and reset airbag light. problem still exist. mjs | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||
| 06/01/1996 | |||
| Electrical system shut down vehicle completely.all power was lost. *ak | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - FRONT UNDERHOOD | |||
| 06/29/1999 | |||
| Wiring harness with airbag system and seatbelt is inoperative which won't protect the occupant in event of a crash. please provide further information. *ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM | |||
| 04/30/1999 | 1 | ||
| Casting plug on water pump failed resulting in leakage. | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||
| 12/12/1998 | |||
| While driving at 35 mph, without prior warning, while going over a bridge vehicle died out and lost power. vehicle has been in the shop three times for repair work, and dealer can't determine the problem. *ak | |||
| 03/27/1998 | 1 | 09/01/1992 | |
| Engine fire. | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE - BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS | |||
| 05/03/1996 | 1 | 11/02/1992 | |
| While driving, clutch pedal stuck/did not disengage; vehicle kept going forward, killed engine by applying emergency brakes/foot brake; no warning, nearly caused accident, also replaced worn/cracked engine belt. *ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||
| 07/01/2005 | 2 | 05/01/2004 | |
| We fixed the car the first time the fuel was leaking, and it was a big spray in the trunk, after that we had trouble with turning it on and it staying on. now the car about november '05 it started smelling like gas again. it is now may 9 2006 and we took it to get a diagnostics test in march '06 and they weren't too sure what the mishap is. we are really concerned i am currently 2 months pregnant and i will pretty soon need to carry my child in this vehicle but i am really scared of what could go wrong. i constantly get rides from my mother, because of the car dying on me. *nm | |||
| 07/29/1998 | |||
| Recall 94v029000, fuel system. manufacturer states that they are not aware of the recall or the work was already done. dealer. also indicates that the problem was taken care. someone did the work and did not report it. dealer cannot duplicate the problem, and is charging the consumer to remedy the problem. *ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||
| 06/26/2001 | 1 | ||
| Fuel tank is leaking fuel. vehicle is at the dealer for inspection and determined that tank has cracked under the belts.*ak dealer replaced the tank and valve. *slc | |||
| 10/18/1997 | 2 | ||
| Check valve from fuel pump is cracking, causing fuel to leak under pressure above the fuel tank. *ak | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||
| 03/19/2004 | 4 | ||
| Dealership replaced the automatic transmission four times. *ak | |||
| 04/14/1997 | 07/01/1993 | ||
| First transmission replaced at 29,000; second transmission replaced at 66,000; and third transmission will be replaced at 98,000. most recent incident left me unable to accelerate in traffic as transmission was unable to downshift from 3rd gear. please let me know if others have had similar scary experiences or if others have replaced this transmission numerous times. thanks. | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) | |||
| 10/10/2002 | 5 | 08/01/2001 | |
| The traction control system cuts warning light comes on, the pedel forceful comes up, car slows - complete loss of power - and will not accelerate till foot is lifted of accelerator and depressed again. pedal is now hard to depress and power loss is signifcant from normal. very enjoyable when accelerating and changing lanes in front of a semi. this will happen occasionally when accelerating - trying to pass, get on a freeway, etc. this happens upon depressing the pedal only slightly. there is no modifications to correct and turn off completely. dt | |||
| 3 | 05/01/1993 | ||
| While driving or starting vehicle and without warning, vehicle will stall, causing engine to shutdown, and vehicle to became inoperative. dealer has been notified. mechanic has serviced vehicle twice; currently, it is going on the 3rd time, and has not remedied the problem.*ak this vehicle has had repeated failures of the components rendering the vehicle inoperable each time. *jg | |||
| 08/17/1998 | 5 | 01/30/1997 | |
| The traction control kicks in without need when there are no slick spots on the road or some times a bump, it also activates at high speeds.*et | |||
| 12/01/1998 | 8 | ||
| The tracation control goes on and off unrelated to any road conditions. the engine cannot be adequately controlled nor the engagement of the transmission is smooth enough for maintaining control of the road. it is an accident waiting to happen, which it almost did several times. | |||
| 06/02/1996 | |||
| The traction control system fails and causes the vehicle to shut down at 30 to 40mph. please describe. *ak | |||
| POWER TRAIN - CLUTCH ASSEMBLY - PEDAL/LINKAGE | |||
| 05/03/1996 | 1 | 11/02/1992 | |
| While driving, clutch pedal stuck/did not disengage; vehicle kept going forward, killed engine by applying emergency brakes/foot brake; no warning, nearly caused accident, also replaced worn/cracked engine belt. *ak | |||
| POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - DIFFERENTIAL UNIT | |||
| 04/03/1996 | |||
| One of the gears broke in the differential, causing left front wheel to lock and steering to became unstable. owner has defective parts. *ak | |||
| SEAT BELTS | |||
| 80000 | 1 | 01/01/1994 | |
| The driver's seat belt failed to release, which resulted in the consumer having to be cut out. *jb | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | |||
| 09/15/1993 | 3 | ||
| One wheel was originally replaced at 20000 miles by dealer. it was not round. srs (restraint system) was recalled and worked on in august of 1999, but has failed already (september of 1999). | |||
| Seat belt buckle would not unlatch or release, trapping the occupant in the seat. please give any further details. *ak | |||
| SEATS - FRONT ASSEMBLY - RECLINER | |||
| 03/23/1997 | |||
| Driver's side seatback: the driver's side seat will not stay in place .seat constantly falls backward. when seat falls backwards the knob on the side of the seat spins. had dealer look at it, but they couldn't find the problem. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 08/12/2000 | 08/01/1993 | ||
| No warning lights or back up systems came into play! | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - CONTROL UNIT/MODULE | |||
| 07/27/2003 | 55291 | 1 | 04/06/1994 |
| While driving brake light and the abs light came on. vehicle lost braking operation. vehicle was towed to a repair shop. the brake motor was replaced. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||
| 09/18/1995 | |||
| Air got into the brake line which caused the brakes not to operate. please describe. tt | |||
| STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM | |||
| 04/03/1996 | |||
| One of the gears broke in the differential, causing left front wheel to lock and steering to became unstable. owner has defective parts. *ak | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - LOWER ARM | |||
| 11/22/1999 | 04/01/1993 | ||
| While pulling away from a stop lower control arm broke. appeared to have sheared in two parts. parts were available for inspection if needed. manufacturer was contacted at this time. *ak | |||
| TIRES | |||
| 12/26/2000 | 3 | 01/01/1995 | |
| 3 of 4 tires exhibited tire belt bunching or shifting, resulting in rough ride and fade or change in feel of stearing. the dealership covered the tires under warranty only after a great deal of preasure by me and my thwarting their confrontational tactics. *ak (tiresize: p205/60r15)( dot number: tire size: p205/60r15 ) | |||
| WHEELS | |||
| 09/15/1993 | 3 | ||
| One wheel was originally replaced at 20000 miles by dealer. it was not round. srs (restraint system) was recalled and worked on in august of 1999, but has failed already (september of 1999). | |||
| 04/03/1996 | |||
| One of the gears broke in the differential, causing left front wheel to lock and steering to became unstable. owner has defective parts. *ak | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UT | SALT LAKE CITY | SAAB |