One problem related to software has been reported for the 2004 SAAB 9-3. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2004 SAAB 9-3 based on all problems reported for the 2004 9-3.
The contact owns a 2004 SAAB 93arc. Could take the key out of the ignition switch without the car being in park. On July 22, 2005 car rolled down driveway, causing property damage. The contacted concern was that someone may not know about this problem a may get hurt. The problem was corrected by the dealership, who replaced some parts to correct the problem. But the contact was uncertain of what parts were replaced. The dear replaced the ignition, ignition switch, reprogrammed the key and installed the latest software.