Table 1 shows four common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 2002 SAAB 9-3. The number one most common problem is related to the engine and engine cooling (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the catalytic convertor (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling problems | |
| Catalytic Convertor problems | |
| Water Pump problems | |
| Other Fuel Type Engine Turbo-charger problems |
The radiator exploded, spewing fluids everywhere, overheating my vehicle without warning when I was driving 45 mph, almost causing a multi-car crash. Read details...
The contact owns a 2002 SAAB 9-3. While the vehicle was undergoing an oil change, the mechanic discovered that the catalytic converter rubbed against the oil pan and cut a 1/4 inch groove in the pan. He moved the catalytic converter over to avoid a major failure and repaired the oil pan. Read details...
On 1/26/07 the water pump of my car was replaced because it was leaking. I have come to realize this is the third time the water pump needed to be changes. It was also changed by the manufacturer/dealer on 11/10/04 & 2/25/03. Hence the car has gone through three water pumps in 44510 miles. Read details...