Fog Light Switch problems of the 2008 SAAB 9-7x

The contact owns a 2008 SAAB 9-7x. The contact stated that the headlamps independently failed. In addition, when the fog lights were activated any other electrical system was in use, the vehicle would shut down. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it could not be diagnosed; however, the mechanic stated that the bulb needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred more than ten times. The manufacturer was not notified of the failures. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 15v519000 (exterior lighting). The failure mileage was approximately 153,000.

Mar 5, 2015 - backing up in driveway early morning, low beam headlights went out. Tried high beams, they didn't work either. Running lights and fog lights are on, just no low/high beams. Cannot leave for work in morning until it gets light, cannot stay out in evening because car has no lights. Local dealers say SAAB 2008 9-7x not in recall, but NHTSA site says otherwise, and SAAB cust service confirms. Cannot get local dealer to fix unless I pay first, and no fix guaranteed due to SAAB not having resolved issue yet. I should not have to fix this car if it's manufacturers poor design.