Gasoline Fuel System Problems of SAAB 9-7x

SAAB 9-7x owners have reported 35 gasoline fuel system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common gasoline fuel system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's gasoline fuel system (18 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's tank assembly (13 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Gasoline Fuel System related problems of SAAB 9-7x


Recently reported Gasoline Fuel System problems of SAAB 9-7x

The Gasoline Fuel System problem

The contact owns a 2007 SAAB 97. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the fuel gauge was indicating incorrect level readings. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure.   Read details...

The Tank Assembly problem

Fuel level low light on causes the engine to seize and shut down, even after putting gasoline in the tank.   Read details...

The Tank Mounting problem

2006 SAAB 9-when fuel tank is filled with gas, the fuel gauge in the intrument panel reads empty and the check engine light illuminates. Will be uncertain as to how much fuel is in the tank. After approximately 100 miles, the gauge will swing between full and empty and may begin to function   Read details...

The Fuel Pump problem

The fuel pump is faulty. I was told from my SAAB mechanic that he had seen 3 other models just as mine, within a couple of weeks, with the same problem. He told me that there is currently not a re-call on the part.   Read details...




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