Table 1 shows five common suspension related problems of the 2005 SAAB 9-3. The number one most common problem is related to the front suspension coil spring (18 problems). The second most common problem is related to the suspension (five problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Front Suspension Coil Spring problems | |
| Suspension problems | |
| Suspension Noise problems | |
| Front Suspension problems | |
| Rear Suspension Coil Springs problems |
Just put 2005 SAAB 9-3 into shop for new breaks and was informed that the front passenger coil spring was broken. Parts are unavailable. I have no recollection as to when this might have happened. Thankfully it was not on freeway. Read details...
While driving on the street at 30 mph I hear a bang! I start to lose control of the steering wheel I immediately put my hazard lights on and pulled over safely once I gained control when I get out the car to inspect it my passengers side front spring is broken in two and my passenger side tire is Read details...
Since I bought my car (new) in June '05 I have complained of a "crunching noise" in the front suspension every time the weather turned cold. I was told the problems varied from ball bearings to the sway bar, to just dirt build up. Read details...