Two problems related to ignition 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.
2003 9-3 linear. Requesting follow up status on memo, dated 3-26-06. The vehicle engine would not shut off although the key was removed from the ignition. The vehicle had several brake problems. The vehicle hesitated slightly when moving. When braking the vehicle would jerk and skid. The brakes grabbed which caused the vehicle to stop quickly. The alarm was very sensitive. Everytime a bus or truck passed the vehicle with the alarm engaged it would sound. The dealer said there was not way to adjust the sensitivity of the alarm. The windows were off track. The steering wheel seized when the consumer was driving on the highway. *****.
2003 safe 9-3 2. 0t linear, purch new 2/21/03 dies' unexpectedly when being driven. First incident: car 'died' right in the middle of the road completely unexpectedly. Assumed it was a 'fluke' and took no action. After second incident: dealer "reset fuel adaptation valve". After third incident (dangerous - merging into freeway) dealer "reprogrammed t8 and reset fuel adaptation per safe technical hot line" all incidents occurred within last two weeks. Car restarts with no warning light or "side" indication of problem upon ignition.