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
Vehicle safety record
2001 Saab 952 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2001 Saab 952 with NHTSA, most often about the airbags (1) and the electrical system (1). There are no recalls for it.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical 952 year, for its age
#300 most complained-about 2001 vehicle
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2001 Saab 952 problems
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No recalls for the 2001 Saab 952
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2001 Saab 952. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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3 complaints about the 2001 Saab 952
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
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)
The entire seat belt assembly had to be replaced twice. *Jb
Saab 952: every year compared
All 952 years2001 Saab 952 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 Saab 952 | 3 | 0 | C | |
| 2001 Saab 9-5 | 82 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 2001 Saab 9-3 | 59 | 4 | C | Compare |
| 2001 Saab 9-3 Convertible | 24 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 2001 Saab 95 | 22 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2001 Saab Aero | 11 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2001 Saab Saab | 3 | 0 | D | 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 2001 Saab 952
Does the 2001 Saab 952 have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2001 Saab 952 right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Saab 952?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the airbags (1), electrical system (1), seats & seat belts (1).
How many complaints has the 2001 Saab 952 had?
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on March 5, 2003 and the latest on June 11, 2008. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2001 Saab 952 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Saab 952 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 952 years have the most complaints?
1999 (8), 2001 (3), 1995 (1). See every Saab 952 year compared.
What should I do if my 2001 Saab 952 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