Table 1 shows one common air brake related problems of the 2005 SAAB 9-3.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Air Brake Disc Pads problems |
The rear brake pads on the SAAB 9-3 sedans wear prematurely, possibly resulting in rear break failures with as few as 20-28k miles on the car, while the front brakes are completely normal.
Routine maintenance of 2005 SAAB 9-3 with 23,000 miles revealed "front and rear brake pads and rotors needed to be replaced. Worn below limits. ".