One problem related to brakes failed has been reported for the 2003 SAAB 9-3. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2003 SAAB 9-3 based on all problems reported for the 2003 9-3.
The contact owns a 2003 SAAB 93 linear. Approximately two weeks ago there was complete brake failure while trying to stop at a stop light on dry pavement. The vehicle was towed to a dealership, and they stated that there was nothing wrong with the brakes. This was the first total brake failure. But since the purchase of the vehicle, when the brake pedal was depressed there was vibration in the pedal while in reverse and while trying to stop. This has been a consistent problem with the vehicle since the day of purchase of the vehicle. This problem did not occur every time the contact drove the vehicle. The dealership could not duplicate the problem . They said that there was nothing wrong with the brakes. The manufacturer stated there was nothing they could do because the service dealer said that there was nothing wrong with the brakes.