Table 1 shows three common exterior lighting related problems of the 2011 SAAB 95. The number one most common problem is related to the tail light switch (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the turn signal (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Tail Light Switch problems | |
| Turn Signal problems | |
| Brake Light problems |
The rear tail lights overheat, causing the bulbs to burn out and wiring to melt. We have had the bulbs and sockets replaced multiple times on both sides since 2013, but the only thing that fixes the problem is replacing the entire assembly. Read details...
Premature wear (burn-out) of the halogen-style light bulbs in each of the rear turn signal and brake lights (the halogen lights serve as both a turn signal and brake light). The halogen lights appear to burn out every 4-6 months. Read details...
About once a month since about 10,000 miles I have had to replace one of the rear brake light socket assemblies because the plastic insert that holds the light bulb is melting. When it heats and melts, its shape slightly distorts disconnecting the connection between the light bulb and the light Read details...