11 problems related to car stall have 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.
Tl-the contact owns a 2003 SAAB 9-3. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle did restart. The failure recurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and was not diagnosed, however, the mechanic replaced the dic and the crankshaft sensor. The vehicle was repaired and the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the mechanic and the dic was replaced. The failure persisted and now takes several attempts to start the vehicle. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact stated that the failure mirrored NHTSA action number: ea04008 (electrical system, engine and engine cooling). The approximate failure mileage was 45,000. Sw.
Vehicle was stalling during acceleration , then fuel pump had complete malfunction . . . . After replacement, engine has always run poorly and almost always stalls during acceleration. Replaced ignition coil , and it didn't fix problem . I have talked to 4 other SAAB 9-3 owners for this model year and 2004 and every one has the same problem.
No warning or signs of anything wrong. . . One day I am driving down the highway and taking an exit, when my car stalls out on me at 90km and hour, I almost hit the guard rail. This has happened 7 times in the last month where my car has stalled out on me. This happens when I am in neutral and depressing the brake. I took the car to SAAB for service, and they said nothing is wrong with the car and let me drive it home. Tonight I almost killed a child on a bike as I slid to a stop after my car stalled on me again. I do not understand how SAAB can let someone drive their car home when reporting such a serious problem. Please contact me as soon as possible!.
While driving thru a s curve, my car stalled and lost all power. The split second loss of power on a turn caused me to cross into on coming traffic before I reacted to bring my car back into my own lane. I was luckily that no other vehicles were coming from the opposite direction or I would hit them head on. My 2003 SAAB 9-3 coasted to an area off the side of the road where I stopped and restarted the engine. Again luckily that there was a road shoulder to pull over on. This is the 3rd time this has happened. The dealer response at the first time was "that's ok if it only happens once". . . But guess what it is still happening and seems to be a well known problem. . Hopefully we dont have to wait for someone to be killed before SAAB fixes it.
Twice while stopping at a stop light my car has stalled. It has stalled once while driving in traffic at about 35 mph. It has also gotten stuck in park twice afrter I start it. The sid says gear box malfunctioned. The lights burn out and the interior is falling apart. This car has 17,000 miles in it.
While driving 30 mph vehicle stalled. Driver was able to avoid a collision, and got the vehicle to the side of the road. Dealership mechanic upgraded the software for the engine.
My 2003 SAAB 9-3 has stalled 3 times in traffic. Took it to the dealer and they came up with nothing. Car is in shop right now and will see if anything is found but I doubt it. SAAB customer care is oblivious to problem. This is a potentially life threatening problem. Seems to happen while cruising in traffic at speed under 30 mph. Car completely locks up and will not start until pulled off the road, turned off and turned on again.
While driving vehicle stalled, and the steering wheel locked. The cause had not been determined.
I have a 2003 SAAB 9-3 linear. I have had the car stall on me in traffic 4 times now over the last 4 months. I now realize I'm far from the only one this has happened to. This is a very dangerous situation as I have been in highway traffic 3 of the 4 times. Luckily in the outside lane and able to pull off. I have automatic transmission and run high octance fuel (recommended). Hopefully something can be done to press gm and force them to fix this problem.
Vehicle stalled while accelerating. Lost power steering and power brake assist. Could have easily caused an accident if I hadn't been able to stop safely. The car started with no issues after the stop.
I have experienced intermittent stalling with my 2003 SAAB 9-3. After giving the dealership approximately 5 chances to fix the problem, they were unable to. I then called customer service and they denied that there was any problem with the car and tried to say this was the normal function of the vehicle. They have made another attempt to fix the car. I then learned on your website that others had experienced this problem. I hope it is resolved.