Table 1 shows one common structure related problems of the 2005 SAAB 9-2x.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Body problems |
It is a known issue in the SAAB 9-2x community that the rear strut towers rust out and fall apart. This is an issue that should be addressed as it is so common whether in a rust prone state or not.
Both rear left and right strut towers began rusting to the point the rear suspension alignment was constantly shifting due to the lack of structure remaining in the body.
Severe strut tower rust with many peoples collapsing. This is directly due to Subaru and gms manufacturing of the car.
It is a well known issue with 2005-2006 SAAB 9-2x�s, Subaru wrx's that the rear strut towers are prone to rust through and cause a rear strut to completely break free from the body of the vehicle. This is a general motors/Subaru issue, since the 9-2x is all Subaru parts with SAAB badging.
Strut towers corrosion.
Metal plate rear strut towers rusting out. Constantly, presents potential for suspension to fail and rear running gear to puncture the body.