- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- This corrosion can possibly create open connections in circuits which control the restraint deployment, possibly causing inadvertent air bag deployment.
- The fix
- 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.
Vehicle safety record
1994 Saab 9000 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 15 complaints about the 1994 Saab 9000 with NHTSA, most often about the airbags (4) and the brakes (3). Those complaints describe 2 injuries. It is covered by 4 recalls, the latest in May 1999 for the sensor / control module-inactive. For comparison, the 1993 has 30 and the 1995 has 8.
NHTSA data checked
FFar more problems than a typical 9000 year, for its age
#135 most complained-about 1994 vehicle
- Complaints
- 15
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 2
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1994 Saab 9000 problems
Share of all 15 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1994 Saab 9000 recalls 4
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
- The problem
- Moisture can follow the electrical harness and enter the pressure switch connector causing corrosion and malfunction of the switch.
- The risk
- 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.
- The fix
- 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.
- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- Oil leaking on these hot engine surfaces can ignite and cause a vehicular fire.
- The fix
- Dealers will install a protective cover which will protect the cooler and hoses from other structural components in low energy front impacts.
- The problem
- One of the bulbs in each of the brake light lower outboard lamp assemblies may not have been properly wired, resulting in improper tail light illumination on brake application. This does not conform to the requirements of fmvss no 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
- The risk
- Consequence of non-compliance: improper illumination of brake lights during brake application may not signal following drivers of the operator's intent to slow or stop and could result in a vehicle collision.
- The fix
- Dealers will modify the brake light outboard lamp assemblies to meet fmvss requirements.
What owners say
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15 complaints about the 1994 Saab 9000
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Tl* the contact owns a 1994 saab 9000 cse. The contact stated that while traveling 15-20 mph, the driver side air bag deployed erroneously. The failure caused injuries to the contact's head, leg and shoulders. The police were contacted and a report was filed. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure and current mileages were 173,899.
Tl*the contact owns a 1994 saab 9000. The contact noticed that the dashboard was cracked and had other unsightly damage. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for inspection and they stated that the top surface of the dashboard needed to be replaced. The repair cost was estimated at $750. The vehicle has not been repaired. The vin was unknown. The failure mileage was 150,000 and current mileage was 178,000.
Srs light came on within 1 day spontaneous driver side air bag deployed at hwy. Speed, able to get car to shoulder slight burns inside right forearm, clear and dry day. *Tr
Tl*the contact owns a 1994 saab 9000. The contact attempted to start the vehicle, but it failed to engage. He pushed the vehicle to the mechanic who diagnosed the cause of failure as the ignition module. The contact believes his vehicle should be a part of recall # 05v399000 (electrical system:ignition:module). The vin, engine size, and # of cylinders were unknown. The current and failure mileages were 210,000.
Consumer received nhtsa recall 99v109000 concerning air bag module. After having the ecm replaced and installed a cover over the ecm srs light appeared on the dashboard. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection. The cause had not been determined. *Ak
Vehicle was at dealership for brake repair. Mechanic noticed 3 engine mounts had to be replaced.*Ak
Consumer applied brakes at 55-60 mph, there was a loud noise and pedal went to the floor. Dealer determined that brake line was crushed due to engine movement.*Ak
Consumer noticed a gasoline odor in back of vehicle along with a sudden loss of fuel, dealer replaced the fuel pump sender assembly, dealer stated this failure could have caused an explosion. *Slc
This is the second time for the same pulley/ball bearing to fail. It first happened during the third year of operation; approx 30 000 miles. I'm stationed in vienna, austria.
The heater core was found leaking. Anti-freeze was found on both the passenger and driver side floor, but could not determine the exact cause. The problem was confirmed this week when the car was taken to the dealer for check up. I was told this was a common problem among saab, and it is not covered by major component warranty. A car only 5 year old should not have this problem.
CLUTCH MASTER CYLINDER FAILED.
The defective throttle system froze in an open postion, causing the vehicle to speed up to 75 mph. The occupant pressed the brakes and emergency parking brake to stop the vehicle. Dealer is replacing the throttle housing unit. *Ak
OTHER: PASSENGER'S AIR BAG ASSEMBLY REPLACED.
The tires have to be replaced every 4000 miles due to cupping. Please explain. Tt
After vehicle has been parked overnight with front end elevated, power brakes do not properly operate until brakes are applied 3 times. *Ak
Saab 9000: every year compared
All 9000 years1994 Saab 9000 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 Saab 9000 | 15 | 4 | F | |
| 1994 Saab 900 | 44 | 8 | F | Compare |
| 1994 Saab Saab | 2 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1994 Saab 9-3 | 1 | 0 | A | 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 1994 Saab 9000
Does the 1994 Saab 9000 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 1994 Saab 9000: sensor / control module-inactive (May 1999); control unit / module (March 1995); cooling system (July 1994); brake lights (May 1994). 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 1994 Saab 9000?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the airbags (4), brakes (3), engine & cooling (2).
How many complaints has the 1994 Saab 9000 had?
15 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on October 26, 1994 and the latest on August 29, 2012. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 2 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1994 Saab 9000 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 21 out of 100 (grade F: far more 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 1994 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