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2005-2009 · 5 model years

Saab 9-7X Problems by year

Owners have filed 171 complaints about the Saab 9-7X across 5 model years, and it has 4 recalls. The 2006 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (59). The most reported problem area is the fuel system, followed by the lights.

Most complaints for its age200659 complaints · 4 recallsSee the 2006
Complaints
171
Recalls
4
Crashes
0
Fires
12
Injuries
0
Deaths
0

9-7X complaints by model year

Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.

YearComplaintsRecallsCrashesFiresTop problemGrade
200917001LightsB
200822101LightsB
200748405Electrical systemD
200659403Fuel systemF
200525202LightsC

Most common 9-7X problems

Saab 9-7X recalls 4

Latest 9-7X complaints

2005 Saab 9-7XSuspensionElectrical systemVisibility & wipers

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 contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 177,000.

Filed Incident Suspension · Electrical system · VisibilityNHTSA 11704147
2006 Saab 9-7XVisibility & wipers

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 saab 9-7x. The contact stated that the passenger's side mirror would move independently while driving at various speeds without warning. The contact also stated that driver's seat also adjusted independently upon entering the vehicle without warning. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic however, the mechanic was unable to repair the vehicle. Upon investigation, the contact discovered that the vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign number: 14v404000 (visibility)...

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however, the part was unavailable. The contact called schmelz countryside volkswagen (1180 mn-36, maplewood, mn 55109) who confirmed that parts were unavailable. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and confirmed the dealer information. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 105,000. The vin was unavailable.

Filed Incident VisibilityNHTSA 11340402
2007 Saab 9-7XElectrical systemVisibility & wipersFire

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 saab 9-7x. The contact stated that upon starting her vehicle, a flame emitted from the driver side door panel. The flame then dissipated as white smoke began to emit from the driver side door. The contact exited the vehicle from the same and retrieve assistance. Her co-worker were able to assist her in removing the door panel off the driver side door. The contact was not injured as a result of the fire. The police nor the fire department were notified of the failure. The dealer nor the...

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manufacturer had been notified of the failure. Upon investigation, the contact discovered that her vehicle had been included in nhtsa campaign number: 12v406000 (electrical system, visibility). The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 228,000. * (Recall related incident) ts

Filed Incident Electrical system · Visibility / wiperNHTSA 11327320
2008 Saab 9-7XLights

There is not a dealership that is able to fix the recall on my vehicle that is near me. Gm recall #: 15037 nhtsa # 15v519 date issued: jan 06, 2015 recall title: recall 15037 - headlamp driver module recall status: incomplete *tr

Filed Incident Exterior lighting · Unknown or otherNHTSA 11325387
2007 Saab 9-7XAirbags

Side air bags exploded when we were turning and ran over a curb at about ten mph speed.

Filed Incident Air bagsNHTSA 11287252
2009 Saab 9-7XElectrical system

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 saab 9-7x. The contact stated that the controls on the driver's side door panel did not work, including the door lock and seat heater. There was no warning indicator illuminated. The contact called cappalino buick gmc at 716-650-4471 (located at 5411 transit rd, williamsville, ny 14221) and scheduled an appointment. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.

Filed Incident Electrical systemNHTSA 11266747

Questions about the Saab 9-7X

Which Saab 9-7X years have the most problems?

By the number of complaints owners filed with NHTSA: 2006 (59), 2007 (48), 2005 (25). Allowing for how long each has been on the road, the 2006 stands out most. Complaint counts also rise with sales, so compare years of the same model rather than different models.

Which Saab 9-7X years have the fewest complaints?

Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 2009, 2008 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other 9-7X years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.

What are the most common Saab 9-7X problems?

Across every model year, owners report problems with the fuel system (51), lights (49), electrical system (43) most often.

How many recalls does the Saab 9-7X have?

NHTSA lists 4 recalls across all Saab 9-7X model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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