SAAB 900 owners have reported 18 power train related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 12 most common power train problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's manual transmission (3 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's clutch (3 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
Will not shift into first, fifth, or reverse. Key cannot be removed since it will not shift into reverse. SAAB has refused to pay for repair. Read details...
Three times in the past year, the clutch cable on my car has broken. Thankfully, each time I was within four miles of my home. Without the ability to shift, I was required to attempt to drive home or to the service station with no stopping. Read details...
Engine shut off while car was running three times. First two times car was idling, third time car was being driven at 60 mph. Engine shut off with no warning and would not restart. SAAB dealer claimed in the first two instances that this could not possibly happen with car running. Read details...
Vehicle experienced clutch problem and a transmission failure, consumer wants reimbursement. (attorney for client) Read details...
While traveling 60mph transmission became locked in gear. Was not able to shift into another gear. Had remained in 4th gear until able to shift. Took vehicle to service station, and mechanic could not locate any problems. Taking vehicle to dealership. Read details...