Table 1 shows six common service brakes related problems of the 2004 SAAB 9-3. The number one most common problem is related to the power assist brake vacuum hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the brake master cylinder (two problems).
SAAB with defective brakes customer wants to be reimbursed for the whole cost of repairs the consumer stated the brake booster valve can fail prematurely. The brakes worked only with extreme hard pressure. Goodyear informed the consumer the part that was being replaced on the brakes was recalled. Read details...
Brake failure. Resulted in collision. Dealership identified failed brake components and replaced the master cylinder, abs manifold, brake pads and rotors. Claim was made to SAAB/gm, claim# 513166, and warranty covered the brake repairs. Read details...
Faulty installation at factory of brake line resulting in rubbing of the line until loss of all fluid and braking ability. Potentially fatal result as all braking is lost without warning. Read details...