general problems of the 2003 SAAB 9-3

Three problems related to tire 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.

1 Tire problem

Failure Date: 04/15/2010

While driving on the interstate, tire suddenly lost pressure, steel belt separated internally. Tire is intact and still mounted on wheel.

2 Tire problem

Failure Date: 06/01/2006

: the caller stated, the ignition switch would not start the vehicle. When the vehicle was towed to the dealership, the battery was replaced. However, nothing was done about the rusted wiring to the ignition. The manufacturer was contacted by a letter. The emergency brake was locked and would not release, the horn did not work, the low head beam failed. The tires were defective, the alarm would sound without warning. Updated 07/25/06.

3 Tire problem

Failure Date: 09/15/2005

Brake pads & rotors, seat belt, battery replacement, tire, transmission, sunroof malfunction.


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