Turbo malfunction at a cost of $455.00 And also engine filter box.Vehicle still not running correctly.Will only go at speed of 25 mph.Repaired on 03/27/2018.Started out smoking all over the place from exhaust.Was told turbo went bad.I think a lot of these cars have this problem as I read on forums(saab,).That I have since joined.The saab has 139,000 miles..I was driving on a city street at speed around 35mph.Started to smoke heavy,but once out of city as long as I drove 50 mph on highway smoke was dispersed from wind and made it home but when stopping for red light would buck and try to shut off.Smoke not good for environment......
Fuel system
Saab 95 Fuel System problems by year
5 complaints filed with NHTSA about the Saab 95's fuel system. Fuel pumps, leaks, injectors, fuel smells, gauges and stalling caused by fuel delivery.
Fuel System complaints by model year
Latest 95 fuel system complaints
On high speed side impack (impact by 4000+ lb car on passenger door), the fuel system leaked. According to the wrecker service, the problem was the fuel pump "broke off". In addition, the fuel cut off switch was not accessible after the collision.*Ak
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
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