There have been 30 safety recalls for the SAAB 900. The most recent recalls are shown below. Table 1 and Table 2 show the historical recalls and the recall statistics by the model year of the SAAB 900.
The vehicle occupant may not properly understand the operation of the air bag system and the need to use seat belts.
| Recalled Vehicles: 1999 SAAB 9-3, 1999 SAAB 9-5, 1997 SAAB 900, 1998 SAAB 900, 1997 SAAB 9000, 1998 SAAB 9000 |
| Component: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS |
| Recall Summary: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The air bag alert label on the driver side visor was omitted. This does not conform to the requirements of fmvss no. 208, "occupant crash protection. "... Details of this recall 🔎 |
If the headlamp assemblies are replaced, customers may not be able to properly aim the headlights.
| Recalled Vehicles: 1994 SAAB 900, 1995 SAAB 900, 1996 SAAB 900, 1997 SAAB 900, 1998 SAAB 900 |
| Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS |
| Recall Summary: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The instructions for properly aiming the headlighting system were omitted. This does not meet the requirements of fmvss no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. "... Details of this recall 🔎 |
This binding can result in the throttle plate not returning to the closed position when the throttle pedal is released and a subsequent loss of throttle control.
| Recalled Vehicles: 1994 SAAB 900, 1995 SAAB 900, 1996 SAAB 900, 1997 SAAB 900 |
| Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
| Recall Summary: Corrosion around the zinc-coated throttle control lever bushing can cause the throttle lever to bind. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
Consequence of non-compliance: the belt may not latch properly increasing the risk of injury to an occupant should a vehicle crash occur.
| Recalled Vehicles: 1996 SAAB 900 |
| Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE |
| Recall Summary: During static testing of belt anchorage points, the outboard attachment plate being used in the testing deformed and detached from the seat anchorage. This does not comply with fmvss no. 209, "seat belt assemblies" and no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages. "... Details of this recall 🔎 |
If misaligned, an aluminum connecting piece can fail due to fatigue, resulting in a loss of steering control and an accident.
| Recalled Vehicles: 1995 SAAB 900 |
| Component: STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR |
| Recall Summary: The steering column shaft was incorrectly installed in the vehicle causing the column to be out of alignment. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
| Date | Component | Vehicle Affected |
|---|---|---|
| Nov. 14, 2002 | Air Bag | 20,476 |
| Jul. 2, 2001 | Air Bags:frontal | 12,036 |
| Jun. 23, 1998 | Equipment:other:labels | 39,313 |
| Feb. 24, 1998 | Exterior Lighting:headlights | 92,505 |
| Mar. 21, 1997 | Vehicle Speed Control | 52,500 |
| May. 3, 1996 | Seat Belts:front:anchorage | 1,058 |
| Jan. 23, 1996 | Steering:wheel And Handle Bar | 8,988 |
| Mar. 29, 1995 | Power Train:manual Transmission | 8,993 |
| Mar. 29, 1995 | Electrical System:ignition:module | 5,383 |
| Nov. 18, 1994 | Seats:front Assembly:recliner | 10,584 |
| Sep. 14, 1994 | Structure:body:door | 9,814 |
| Jul. 8, 1994 | Seats | 1,015 |
| Jun. 13, 1994 | Seats | 3,252 |
| Apr. 16, 1994 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc | 7,443 |
| Jun. 27, 1989 | Visibility:defroster/defogger System | 6,000 |
| Nov. 28, 1988 | Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 1,586 |
| Nov. 1, 1988 | Electrical System:wiring:interior/under Dash | 70,000 |
| Sep. 7, 1988 | Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Arm | 3,000 |
| Feb. 10, 1987 | Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 15,446 |
| Apr. 28, 1986 | Steering:wheel And Handle Bar | 59 |
| May. 8, 1985 | Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 11,122 |
| Apr. 2, 1985 | Electrical System:wiring:front Underhood | 11,659 |
| Feb. 29, 1984 | Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump | 24,705 |
| Feb. 6, 1984 | Electrical System:wiring | 8,154 |
| Jul. 14, 1983 | Power Train:automatic Transmission | 12,096 |
| Dec. 8, 1981 | Seat Belts:front | 3,500 |
| Sep. 23, 1980 | Fuel System, Gasoline:fuel Injection System | 15,213 |
| Oct. 19, 1979 | Electrical System:battery:cables | 2,912 |
| Sep. 14, 1979 | Vehicle Speed Control | 61,739 |
| Apr. 17, 1979 | Exterior Lighting:headlights:high/low Beam Dimmer Switch | 3,500 |
| Model | # Recalls |
|---|---|
| 1998 SAAB 900 | 3 |
| 1997 SAAB 900 | 3 |
| 1996 SAAB 900 | 3 |
| 1995 SAAB 900 | 7 |
| 1994 SAAB 900 | 8 |
| 1989 SAAB 900 | 2 |
| 1988 SAAB 900 | 2 |
| 1987 SAAB 900 | 2 |
| 1986 SAAB 900 | 2 |
| 1985 SAAB 900 | 1 |
| 1984 SAAB 900 | 1 |
| 1983 SAAB 900 | 1 |
| 1982 SAAB 900 | 1 |
| 1981 SAAB 900 | 2 |
| 1980 SAAB 900 | 2 |
| 1979 SAAB 900 | 4 |