Original fuel tank made of plastic leaked from the bottom due to a hole. Dealership replaced the fuel tank, which also started to leak sometimes in a different location. Manufacturer had no answer as to the cause of the leak. *Ak
Vehicle safety record
1993 Saab 900 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 1993 Saab 900 with NHTSA, most often about the airbags (1) and the body, doors & structure (1). Those complaints describe 2 crashes, 1 fire and 2 injuries. There are no recalls for it. For comparison, the 1992 has 21 and the 1994 has 44.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical 900 year, for its age
#185 most complained-about 1993 vehicle
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 2
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 2
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1993 Saab 900 problems
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No recalls for the 1993 Saab 900
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1993 Saab 900. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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6 complaints about the 1993 Saab 900
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Early transmission replacement - first gear pops out constantly. *Ak
While driving vehicle made three jumps and accelerated down a hill, with no brakes and clutch would not shift down. Also, cruise control was not on. Emergency brake was put on and made vehicle stop. Dealer contacted, and cannot remedy the problem. Problem still exists. Provide further information. *Ak
Driving at a speed of 40mph, impact 12:00 position, hit a wall, the driver's side airbag did not deploy. *Ak
BRAKES FAILED. *AK
Notice smoke coming from engine department, resulted in fire total lost. Tt
Saab 900: every year compared
All 900 years1993 Saab 900 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 Saab 900 | 6 | 0 | C | |
| 1993 Saab 9000 | 30 | 5 | F | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1993 Saab 900
Does the 1993 Saab 900 have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1993 Saab 900 right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 1993 Saab 900?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the airbags (1), body, doors & structure (1), electrical system (1).
How many complaints has the 1993 Saab 900 had?
6 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on February 7, 1995 and the latest on September 9, 2004. Of these, 2 describe a crash and 1 a fire, and together they report 2 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1993 Saab 900 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 56 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Saab 900 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Saab 900 years have the most complaints?
1995 (100), 1996 (48), 1994 (44). See every Saab 900 year compared.
What should I do if my 1993 Saab 900 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data