Table 1 shows five common structure related problems of the 2003 SAAB 9-3. The number one most common problem is related to the door (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the body (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Door problems | |
| Body problems | |
| Structure problems | |
| Trunk Lid problems | |
| Underbody Shield problems |
The contact owns a 2003 SAAB 9-3. The contact stated that the vehicle jerked when the brake pedal was depressed and stalled. The check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was able to restart. The failure recurred intermittently. Read details...
Door handles and side body molding are fading abnormally. Door handles are pretty much white in color. They were originally black. This shouldn't happen after only 4 years, especially with a car like a SAAB (for which you think you are paying for quality). Read details...
The consumer was able to remove the key from the ignition switch while the vehicle was still running. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The dealer replaced the ignition module. The repairs worked fine for two weeks, then the problem recurred. Read details...