One problem related to engine exhaust system has been reported for the 2008 SAAB 9-3. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2008 SAAB 9-3 based on all problems reported for the 2008 9-3.
Read over the posted problems with SAAB 9-3. Three main issues are front coils, fuel gauge, and faulty valves. I have had all three of these issues. Coils replaced 18 months ago (gm would not pay). Gas gauge does not work (gm won't pay). Just had the engine rebuilt to fix the exhaust valve problem (out of luck again). Obama waived gm of their history of faults (he needed the votes for re-election) and now consumers are stuck. SAAB was a quality product before gm got a hold of it.