Four problems related to engine and engine cooling have been reported for the 2001 SAAB 9-3. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 SAAB 9-3 based on all problems reported for the 2001 9-3.
No incident.
The contact owns a 2001 SAAB 9-3. While driving at approximately 30 mph, the oil pressure light illuminated. The contact turned the vehicle off and the light turned off. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis and the mechanic flushed the oil sludge out. The current mileage was approximately 102,500. The failure mileage was approximately 95,000. Updated 07/15/10 the consumer stated he received a letter from SAAB acknowledging a problem with several year models regarding internally lubricated engine parts. The letter stated they were extending the warranty for a total of eight years from the service date with unlimited mileage. The consumer stated his coverage expired. The cost to repair the problem was $2500. Updated 07/19/jb.
Engine seized.
No warning. Oil light goes on while driving on the highway. Vehicle towed to SAAB dealership. Engine seized. Sludge found in the oil pickup pan. Perfect service records. SAAB/gm will not honor extended 8 year warranty. For known sludge problem.