Table 1 shows two common suspension related problems of the 2001 SAAB 9-3.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Front Suspension Control Arm problems | |
| Rear Suspension Shock Absorber problems |
Right rear control arm bent, leading to massive mis-alignment, and the ruining of 4 tires. SAAB claims it resulted from "energy" not a defect. They say I must have driven it "too hard. " I in fact babied the car, driving moderately, hitting no major bumps or holes. State farm claims it probably resulted from metal fatigue, not an impact. Won't pay because not impact related. I believe the arm was defective. Ordinary driving should not lead to a bent suspension.
This vehicle has been nothing, but problems since day one. The rims have bent on two occasions, the rear struts had to be replaced, brake fluid needed to be added and the brake pads had to be replaced all within one year of owning the vehicle. There is a class action law suite concernig the wheel rims. Everytime the vehicle is driven we are fearful that the wheel rims are going to bend again. This causes problems on the wear and tear of the tires as well. Also the fuel tank is linking fluid. This vehcile is a lemon. It looks good, but it is not safe. . The wheel problem has caused the two front tires to wear out.