One problem related to transmission gear indicator has been reported for the 1996 SAAB 900. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Intermittently gearbox light will light, causing vehicle to lose 1st and second gear. This is a safety issue as vehicle may not get up to hightway speeds at ramps, almost causing a rear end collision. This is a know issue w/ SAAB. I contacted them regarding this problem. They stated there are no safety issues open on this vehicle. Over 25 posts for this same problem on Saabnet. Com. Dealer has tried to repair vehicle twice without success. I have spent over $800. 00 trying to repair this safety problem . Please help.