general problems of the 2003 SAAB 9-3

Tl-the contact owns a 2008 SAAB 9-3. The contact stated that after the vehicle was started, the steering wheel lock warning light illuminated and the doors of the vehicle failed to lock. The contact mentioned that on another occasion, the ignition key failed to go into the on position . A tow truck operator informed that the vehicle could not be moved because the wheels was locked. The vehicle was restarted however, the contact stated that failure re occurred intermittently. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 90,000. Ss.

Driving down street at 30 mph. Left side front spring broke. Spring stuck out and shredded tire. Left side of car dropped, which then caused right side spring to come off and cut right side tire. Had to replace both front spring / strut assemblies, and replace 2 tires. Researched problem, found that gm manufactured these cars in 2003 - 2006 and was offering a warranty to fix this problem. My SAAB is several months past the warranty dates but not the mileage limit. However, my understanding is that the original parts were faulty or defective. Very dangerous, as if car were traveling faster it could have been a serious accident. I would hope gm would correct or pay for a true safety issue.