2000 Saab 95 Problems, complaints & recalls

2000 Saab 95 automobile has poor performance and loss of power. Saab dealer replaced direct ignition cassette (dic) in 2006 under recall and the problem has developed again. The dealer will not replace a second dic. This is both expensive and dangerous for highway operation. The part has problems. *Tr

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 saab 95. When attempting to restart the vehicle, it failed to start. An hour later, the vehicle started. The failure occurred for one week. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic and he stated that the electrical system ignition: module failed and informed the contact of nhtsa campaign id number 05v39900 (electrical system:ignition:module). The dealer stated that the vin was not included in the recall. The current mileage was 85,300 and failure mileage was 85,215.

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 saab 9-5. On april 20,2006, the vehicle was repaired due to nhtsa recall number 05v399000 (electrical system:ignition:module). On july 10, 2007, the engine light began illuminating intermittently. The vehicle was placed on a diagnostic machine and displayed a reading of p1312. Saab stated that there was no longer any warranty on the idm. The failure mileage was 62,458 and current mileage was 69,000. The dealer stated broken window. Updated 09/19/07 *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 saab 95se wagon. The front windshield defroster on the driver's side was not operating normally; however, the passenge's side defroster was working. The windshield will not defrost during cold weather. The dealer stated replacing the box inside the dashboard would correct the failure. The current and failure mileage were 93800. *Ak

Tl* - the contact called regarding a 2000 9 5 saab. The contact was making a left hand turn and lost power as she was turning. The check engine light started blinking. The contact was able to pull the vehicle over to the side of the road. The contact stated that she pressed down on the accelerator pedal, but the vehicle barely had any power. The vehicle did not lose power steering or brakes. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to the mechanic. The contact stated it took the mechanic three attempts...

Dt*: the contact stated while driving 25 mph, the vehicle was involved in a rear end collision, and the airbags did not deploy. The contact was wearing a seat belt, but minor injuries were sustained. There was extensive damage to the front of the vehicle. The police were alerted, and a report was taken. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop to await repair of the body damage. The manufacturer was alerted.

Another voice: common sudden failure of saab electronic throttle body causing immediate stall at speed, in traffic. No crash. Undriveable "limp home" mode. Necessitated long tow and expensive repair. This item cited frequently on saab-related websites, but got me today! Note that current recall is for a different part, equally safety-related. *Nm

Dt: the contact's wife on 4-18-05 was driving 2000 saab. The car was in park when she moved the driver's side seat back, and the driver's side air bag deployed. She sustained injuries to upper left arm and the back of head. She did not go to the hospital or see a doctor. She occasionally had some problems with left arm and the back of head. They took the car to the dealer, and he found that there were a cluster of wires underneath the seat. When the seat was moved back a wire was chafed and caused a short...

The abs module on 2000 saab 9-5 expeiences intermittent failures. When this happens ther is no abs, traction control or speedometer. This problem is so common that mechanics are recommending against used parts. The problem does not seem to be mileage related, but age related. Saab has issued goodwill credit to low mileage vehicles but does not care about higher mileage cars. A new replacement part is $2800.00.

The impact was front end - I hit a steel and cement pole at 25 mph and the air bag never deployed. My head crashed the windshield and I sustained a severe head injury with amnesia, loss of conciousness, aphasia, left sided weakness, fractured ribs, and severe post concussive syndrome. My seatbelts caused 4 broken ribs on the right. If the airbag had deployed according to my doctor I would have not sufferred these injuries. I contacted saab corporate office and reported the incident and they were not helpful at all.*Ak

The retention clips for the right signal/parking light assembly broke off while I was driving at 55mph. The assembly fell out of the socket and was retained by wiring harness. Upon next visit to dealer was informed that this is a common problem caused by plastic failure which exists in saab 9-3 models. First time they have seen on 9-5 model. Saab will not replace assemblies. Dealer suggested checking other assembly which I did and found plastic broken on this assembly as well. In addition, the bracket which holds the screw to retain the lamp has broken as well. This is a premature failure of required safety equipment.

While driving with the cruise control on the vehicle twice failed to brake when brakes were applied. The second time I was exiting the freeway and could not stop at the end of the ramp. I tried to down shift and turn right on the inersecting highway when my car spunout doing a 450 degree spin in front of a semi in the other lane which narrowly missed me and then I slid down the embankment on the other side of the overpass and finally came to a stop. The dealer returned our car saying they couldn't duplicate the problem after only driving 50 miles, most of those around town without the cruise control on.

Headlights keeps blowing out, and dealer cannot determine cause. Dealer replaced headlight assebly, but defect keeps occurring.*Ak

Optional wagon sliding load floor saab p/n 02-69-645 covers rear tether anchor points behind seat, rendering them unusable. Original wagon floor had cutouts for tether anchorage clearance.

I hear fuel sloshing/thunking sound when the tank is 1/2-3/4 full. I am not sure if this is a safety hazard, but it concerns me. The mfg. Has told me it is not a safety issue.

Fuel tank is defective--fuel rushes to front of tank upon braking and thunks the entire vehicle. This stress on the fuel tank could pose a threat, such as a fuel explosion, in a crash. Problem exists when tank is 1/2 to 3/4 full. Saab is aware of the problem, and states that it is caused by compliance with ca emissions standards. No other manufacturers have had such problems in complying with ca emissions. I have spoken by the internet with over 10 other saab 9-5 owners who all report the same problem. This is a design defect, not an individual complaint. *Ak

The fuel tank makes a unbearable loud noise. The fuel is banging against the walls of the tank which could eventually rupture the tank or loosen the connecting components. *Ak