One problem related to engine head gasket failure has 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.
Had the car serviced for 40000 service. Complained of stalling when lifting off the gas. The very next day the car stalled on the freeway and unable to restart. The dealer is saying that my aftermarket bypass valve caused the failure. They are refusing to cover the repair under warranty. The failure looks more like a head gasket failure and not an overboost problem.