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1995-2001 · 3 model years

Saab 952 Problems by year

Owners have filed 12 complaints about the Saab 952 across 3 model years, and it has 0 recalls. The 1999 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (8), while 1995 has far fewer than a typical year. The most reported problem area is the engine & cooling, followed by the electrical system.

Most complaints for its age19998 complaints · 0 recallsSee the 1999
Complaints
12
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
0

952 complaints by model year

Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.

YearComplaintsRecallsCrashesFiresTop problemGrade
20013000AirbagsC
19998000Engine & coolingF
19951000Equipment & accessoriesA

Most common 952 problems

Latest 952 complaints

2001 Saab 952Airbags

The airbag warning light comes on without notice, and horn stops working, took to dealer who said it was the clock spring and this is a typical problem. It is a safety issue as the airbag is needed to prevent injuries. I have heard of other people being injured by this. (The 9-5 is the same as the 95 and the 952 and the aero. *Tr

Filed Incident Air bagsNHTSA 10230556
2001 Saab 952Electrical system

While on the highway at 45 mph vehicle suddenly stoppped. Vehicle was towed, and the ignition module was found to be defective, and was replaced.*Ak vehicle did not actually stall, but rather sputtered like it was running out of gas and would not accelerate past 35 mph (per consumer call 8/15/05 - c. Rose)

Filed Incident Electrical systemNHTSA 10115146
1999 Saab 952Visibility & wipers

A plastic piece in the climate control system broke. When this occurred consumer could not control the temperature coming through the air vent, primarily on the driver's side. This made it difficult to defrost the windows, resulting in poor visibility. In addition, the fan motor failed to function intermittently. When this happened the windows fogged up immediately. Manufacturer was aware of this issue, and re designed the system, but the replacement of this part will be very costly. A tsb on this problem was issued. *Ak

Filed Incident VisibilityNHTSA 10092771
1999 Saab 952Engine & cooling

While driving 65 mph the vehicle stalled. The consumer managed to pull over. The dealership said that the problem was due to the timing chain, but the problem has not been resolved. *Nlm

Filed Incident Engine and engine coolingNHTSA 10040163
1999 Saab 952Engine & cooling

I have had to have multiple gaskets replaced (and associated engine parts) because they are prematurely wearing out. The vehicle smokes extensively and causes the smoke to enter the car when driving. It has been at the dealer for over three weeks total in the last 5 weeks to replace the gaskets, oil pans, turbo chargers, etc., With no end in sight. The service manager has explained to me that there is an oil pressure issue with the vehicle and that saab has issued a repair recommendation for all of saab like...

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vehicles because the pcv is defective and is causing the oil pressure to be too great. This causes the gaskets to wear out prematurely and causes other important parts of the engine to be replaced. In addition, the dealer took the entire front end apart and didn't put it together correctly causing the pc boot to need to be replaced because the steering went out as I was driving down the road (two children in vehicle - no damage or injuries). I have informed saab usa of the problem and they are supposed to be contacting the dealer and looking into it because all of this started as soon as the car was no longer under warranty. There is obviously an issue with this vehicle and saab is aware of it because they have issued a repair statement to the dealers. That tells me that they knew there was a problem with the vehicle and that all repairs associated with the problem should be paid for by saab. I've spent over $3,000 in repair bills and rental car bills with no end in sight.*Ak

Filed Incident Engine and engine coolingNHTSA 765984

Questions about the Saab 952

Which Saab 952 years have the most problems?

By the number of complaints owners filed with NHTSA: 1999 (8), 2001 (3), 1995 (1). Allowing for how long each has been on the road, the 1999 stands out most. Complaint counts also rise with sales, so compare years of the same model rather than different models.

Which Saab 952 years have the fewest complaints?

Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 1995 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other 952 years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.

What are the most common Saab 952 problems?

Across every model year, owners report problems with the engine & cooling (4), electrical system (3), airbags (1) most often.

How many recalls does the Saab 952 have?

NHTSA lists no recalls for any Saab 952 model year on file.

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

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