One problem related to alternator/generator/regulator has been reported for the 2006 SAAB 9-7x. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2006 SAAB 9-7x based on all problems reported for the 2006 9-7x.
1. Vehicle stalls/loses power while in motion at a low rate of speed. Problem can't be identified by 3 independent mechanics. One mechanic said replace fuse box and hope it solves the issue. 2. Vehicle has electrical surges causes a multitude of electrical issues. So far: fire in fuse box burning out the low-beam relay, audio interference through the speakers (crackling) when turn signals, or radio are playing, remote access fails intermittently, replaced 2 bosch batteries, bad alternator, 3 air-ride suspension compressors, replace turn signal, brake, and head lights annually, low to no power while idling, and electronics not working intermittently (power seats, heated seats, air compressor, power windows). One mechanic said that there are faint plumes of smoke coming off of the fuse box.
| Electrical System problems | |
| Headlights Turn Off While Driving problems | |
| Alternator/generator/regulator problems | |
| Dashboard Failed problems | |
| Starter problems |