SAAB 9000 owners have reported 9 engine and engine cooling related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 7 most common engine and engine cooling problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe (2 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's engine belts and pulleys (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
The dealer replaced the transmission four times in the past two years. The vehicle had to be driven manually and stayed in 4th gear. The mechanic found an internal transmission problem. The rear brake pads were worn, the transmission oil pump was worn out, the hazards did not work when the weather Read details...
The dealer replaced the transmission four times in the past two years. The vehicle had to be driven manually and stayed in 4th gear. The mechanic found an internal transmission problem. The rear brake pads were worn, the transmission oil pump was worn out, the hazards did not work when the weather Read details...
: the contact stated while traveling various speeds, the vehicle stalled then the alarm activated. After disconnecting and reconnecting the battery, the vehicle restarted. The vehicle was not seen by a mechanic. Read details...
Engine died in a 7 year-old car with approximately 45,000 miles. Read details...
1996 SAAB 9000 aero rear-ended an izuzu rodeo. Damage to the rodeo was almost unnoticeable. SAAB engine however erupted into flames and was a total loss. A factory certified technician less than 30 days prior to fire had serviced SAAB. Read details...