- The problem
- Abrasion on the printed circuit card in the combination neutral safety/backup lamp switch operated by the automatic transmission gear selector may cause residue to collect in electrical area on the circuit card.
- The risk
- This could cause overheating of the switch assembly withsmoke and possibly a fire in the center console area.
- The fix
- Add an electrical circuit, including a relay, to the backup lamp circuit to reduce the current that can flow through the combination switch.
Vehicle safety record
1987 Saab 9000 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 1987 Saab 9000 with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system (2) and the body, doors & structure (2). Those complaints describe 1 fire. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in November 1990 for the switch. For comparison, the 1986 has 3 and the 1988 has 12.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical 9000 year, for its age
#94 most complained-about 1987 vehicle
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1987 Saab 9000 problems
Share of all 5 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1987 Saab 9000 recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
What owners say
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5 complaints about the 1987 Saab 9000
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Rear wheel wells rusted from inside, causing them to crack.From inside out, offering no support for rear axle which was real close to fallin gloose from car. *Ak
Transmission locked up, causing front axle to snap.
LARGE CRACKS IN THE REAR WHEEL WELLS. *AK
Consumer was driving and car caught on fire call manufacturer said car was repaired under recall consumer has no knowledge of recall purchase car new . Tt *jb
Vehicle stalled several times when engine was cold and operating at low speeds. *Skd
Saab 9000: every year compared
All 9000 years1987 Saab 9000 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 Saab 9000 | 5 | 1 | B | |
| 1987 Saab 900 | 4 | 2 | B | 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 1987 Saab 9000
Does the 1987 Saab 9000 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1987 Saab 9000: switch (November 1990). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1987 Saab 9000?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the electrical system (2), body, doors & structure (2), transmission & drivetrain (1).
How many complaints has the 1987 Saab 9000 had?
5 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on March 15, 1995 and the latest on February 9, 2000. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 1 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1987 Saab 9000 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 60 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Saab 9000 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 9000 years have the most complaints?
1993 (30), 1992 (19), 1994 (15). See every Saab 9000 year compared.
What should I do if my 1987 Saab 9000 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