Power Train Related Problems of the 2001 SAAB 9-3

Table 1 shows three common power train related problems of the 2001 SAAB 9-3.

Table 1. Power Train related problems of SAAB 9-3

Problem Category Number of Problems
Power Train problems
1
Transmission Failure problems
1
Transmission Stuck In Gear problems
1

Power Train problem #1

Driving on freeway on ramp, without warning vehicle lost all power in the middle of traffic, almost causing a serious crash. Took vehicle to mechanic and it was discover that there was a faulty throttle body. Part was replaced.

Transmission Failure problem #2

The contact owns a 2001 SAAB 9-3 convertible. The contact was traveling 65 mph when the transmission failed; the check engine light illuminated and the vehicle lost power. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The VIN was unavailable. The current and failure mileages were approximately 46,000.

Transmission Stuck In Gear problem #3

While driving 60 mph the manual gear shift became stuck. Please provide additional information.


Power Train related problems in other SAAB 9-3 model year vehicles:



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