Ignition Module Problems of SAAB 95 - part 1

The contact owns a 2003 SAAB 9-5. The contact stated that while driving 60 mph, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the steering wheel and the brakes seized as the engine stalled. The contact was able to stop the vehicle with the emergency brake. The vehicle was towed to a local mechanic, who performed a diagnostic test and discovered that the ignition discharge module was defective. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign I. D. Number: 06v410000 (electrical system) and called the manufacturer, who advised that the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was 100,000.

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A recall was previously issued for SAAB direct ignition cassette failures for model years 2000 through 2002. My 2004 SAAB 9-5 arc, which has 46,180 miles on it, had to have the di cassette replaced today due to failure. My model year should have been included in this recall due to the limited (less than reasonable) life of the part.

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2003 SAAB / 9-5 -- 6-cylinder gasoline engine -- mileage: 80,956 -- manufacturer: SAAB cars USA, inc. --my SAAB suddenly and without warning had a loss of power, rough operation, check engine light and smoke. The sudden stop almost caused an accident. I found out this is due to an electrical system issue with the ignition module. I have replaced the part and with labor the cost was $441. My research has uncovered a recall in VIN numbers up to 7727. My VIN number ends less than 1000 later. The issue is exactly as identified in the recall. (NHTSA action number: pe05017) I have retained the part and the shop verified that it is the original part. I believe that this and the other of the two parts should be covered under the recall. . Read more...

The ignition cassette cracks causing ignition problems, stalling, acceleration problems. It makes it unpredictable. This is the same problem as the previous recall pasted below. . Read more...

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The contact owns a 2000 SAAB 9-5. The contact was driving approximately 30 mph when the temperature gauge indicated that the vehicle was overheating. The vehicle was safely driven to the side of the road and the engine was shut off. After waiting for the engine to cool, the contact dispensed oil into the reservoir. The vehicle resumed and the temperature gauge increased rapidly to the hot level reading. The engine began to overheat and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. There was a recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number: 05v399000 (electrical system: ignition: module) however, the dealer advised the contact that the VIN was not included in the recall campaign. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 134,000.

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The contact owns a 2002 SAAB 9-5. While driving at speeds of 40 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle lost power steering and braking ability. The contact was able to move the vehicle off the roadway and restart the vehicle. The vehicle resumed normal operation upon restarting. The dealer was contacted and advised that the electrical ignition module would need to be replaced. In addition, there was a recall for the failure yet his VIN was not included in the campaign (NHTSA campaign id number 06v410000- electrical system: ignition: module. The manufacturer confirmed the dealers advice and would not provide any assistance. The failure and current mileage was 103,000.

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The contact owns a 2004 sabb 9-5. The contact stated that while driving 75 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and took it to the dealer for inspection of the failure where the technician replaced the ignition module. The contact was made aware of a manufacturer¿s recall for the ignition switch but was advised that the vehicle was not included. The manufacturer was contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 64,000.

My 2003 9-5 linear is having many of the same electrical problems as described by others. My check engine light came on recently and I had the codes read. The codes represented a misfire problem. When doing research I learned that it is most usually the direct ignition module, failure at 80000 miles? since then the car has suddenly shut down on the highway (one time), forcing me to weave through traffic with no power to get to the side. The car restarted immediately after stopping. Now the car seems to buck when driving and at idle, which is also representative of a dim failure. I will be bringing it to the shop to get repaired under my aftermarket warranty, but I feel that SAAB should be paying since the failure is the same as the 2000-2002 model year recall.

The contact owns a 2001 SAAB 9-5. The contact noticed that the engine warning light would sporadically illuminate on the instrument panel. She also experienced a no start condition. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalls without warning. The idm was the cause of the failures. The manufacturer stated that the vehicle was repaired according to NHTSA campaign id number 05v399000 (electrical system:ignition:module) in 2006; therefore, they would not assume any responsibility. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were 89,074.

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My check engine light had been on- my mechanic said there was a recall (which I verified on your site), yet when I took it to SAAB (and called), they said my particular VIN # was not covered. Amazing coincidence that the exact part that was recalled got replaced??!! please advise me what I can/should do. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.

2000 SAAB 9-5 failed ignition cassette. SAAB said they will not pay for repair even though the part had been recalled. Recall # 05v399000. Also the fuel pump failed.

The contact owns a 2000 SAAB 9-5. On Nov 18, 2008, the contact was informed that the vehicle had a faulty head gasket, which was replaced at that time. Six months later, the vehicle began jerking while driving 55 mph on the highway. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who stated that the ignition cassette was causing the vehicle to jerk. The manufacturer stated that the VIN was excluded from NHTSA campaign id number 05v399000. The contact feels that the manufacturer should be responsible for the repairs since the failures were identical to those listed in the recall. The current mileage was 125,000 and failure mileage was 115,000. Updated 05/13/09. The consumer stated when she started the vehicle, it lunged forward and then stall. Updated 05/13/09.

2001 SAAB 9-5 v6. Direct ignition cassette failure. Recall was issued, (recall 05v399000: ignition discharge module overheating) for this car year and type. Mine failed and they will not replace, even though the part # matches the recalled part #. All I wanted was the part replaced. Thank you.

The engine warning light on my 2003 9-5 wagon has been coming on periodically for the last year. We had it serviced by an indy and two error codes came up, p1312 and p1334, both having to do with the direct ignition cassette. We just had the part replaced. Only once did the car "die" while driving and luckily it was at low speed and I was able to pull off the road to restart. The identifying information on the original part is 9197559 (tk3. 6). My vehicle was built in 2002. Consider expanding the recall in place for 2000-2002 model years (NHTSA #05v399000) to include 2003 vehicles, particularly those built in 2002.

Complaint is that SAAB USA has declined to replace/reimburse the cost of the idm/dic which failed on our 2001 SAAB 9-5 v-6 VIN # . This was a recall by NHTSA in 2006. (NHTSA campaign # is 05v399000) SAAB USA denied this repair as their data base did not include this VIN #. (this service request # to SAAB USA is 17613448567) the final decision on this from SAAB USA came from an un-named supervisor at 1-866-790-5600 ext # 31078. The cost for this repair was $677. 50, including $70. 00 for towing to a nearby foreign auto repair facility. From exhaustively searching the internet and also provided to me by the repair facility, the serial numbers of the defective idm/dic were found. The faulty units for a v-6 engine are c048743 through c073404. The serial # from this vehicle that failed is c061858. This information was also given to the supervisor at SAAB USA (message-recording), but has never responded to this additional finding and continued claim for cost reimbursement. Your assistance is requested on this matter. From internet info, others have been similarly "stonewalled" by SAAB USA compliance to your order.

I recently bought a 2000 SAAB 9-5 se (v-6) (less than 2 months ago) and I was driving down the road and I could not accelerate. I tried to pull her over and put some dry gas in her hoping that would fix it but it did not. I nursed her into a garage (not a SAAB garage) and the mechanic diagnosed it with a ignition cassette failure. I checked on your web-site and called the SAAB number and the guy said that the recall was outside of the normal recall. I found this very odd because it was the same part just on a different VIN. I have never heard of these parts going before and it seems odd that it would go especially when the car is in great shape and has always been well maintained.

I have been getting constant check engine codes that relate to the di cassette. The direct ignition cassette recall that SAAB has initially conducted for 2000-2002 model 4 cyl cars needs to be expanded to include 2003, as I have the same problem with the di cassette as SAAB has expressed happening in the 2002 models. I wish to have my di cassette replaced without charge and to be included in the pre existing recall for 2002 drivers.

The contact owns a 2000 SAAB 9-5. While approaching a stop light at 10 mph, the vehicle began vibrating excessively and the engine light illuminated on the instrument control panel. Minutes later, the interior lighting dimmed, the vehicle dramatically decelerated, and a burning smell was present. The vehicle lost power, but was restarted 15 minutes later. The vehicle was driven to a local dealer and they stated that the vehicle was experiencing the same failure as stated in NHTSA campaign id number 05v399000 (electrical system:ignition:module). The contact would have to pay for the repair. The vehicle is currently being repaired. He filed a formal complaint with the manufacturer. The VIN and engine size were unknown. The failure and current mileages were 59,000.

The contact owns a 2001 SAAB 9-5. The contact stated that the check engine light illuminated intermittently. The dealer stated that the di cassette was the cause of the failure, which is the same as the ignition discharge module. Currently, the vehicle is at the dealer waiting to be repaired. The VIN was invalid. The current and failure mileages were 55,000. The consumer stated there was a recall issued for this vehicle, however the manufacturer stated the VIN was not included in the recall. Updated 12/12/07.

The contact owns a 2000 SAAB 9-5. While driving 5 mph through ez pass toll lane, the engine light illuminated and remained lit. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic and the electrical system:ignition:module was repaired; however, the dealer stated that her VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign id number 05v399000. The current and failure mileages were 78,015. Updated 11/02/07.

The contact owns a 2000 SAAB 95. When attempting to restart the vehicle, it failed to start. An hour later, the vehicle started. The failure occurred for one week. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic and he stated that the electrical system ignition: module failed and informed the contact of NHTSA campaign id number 05v39900 (electrical system:ignition:module). The dealer stated that the VIN was not included in the recall. The current mileage was 85,300 and failure mileage was 85,215.

I have a SAAB 9-5 1999 wagon. My direct ignition cassette is overheating causing the car to miss. I checked online and found a recall on these cassettes. The recall though only covers years 2000-2002. My car is a few months before the recall and is having the same problem.

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I own a 2000 SAAB 9-5 v6. Just recently, about a month ago, my check engine light came on in the car. When this happened the car began to hesitate and "buck". I had a car computer hooked up to my car to find out what the problem is. The code came back as a cylinder misfire on cylinder #2. I asked the auto technician what could cause that to happen. He told me to replace the spark plugs and in that did not fix the problem that I would have to replace the coil pack. So I replaced the spark plugs and the problem continued. I went online to research prices of coil packs or ignition cassettes for my car. While doing so I came across the fact that this part has been recalled on many Saabs. I then called the dealership to find out what should be done to find out if my vehicle was in fact one of the vehicles with a recalled part. He then looked up my VIN number and told me that my car did not fall under the recall. I do not know how else to investigate if this is in fact true. If I am not under the recall, I do not understand what makes my failing car part different from the other parts that were recalled for my vehicle.

We have a complaint regarding recall 05v399000 for our 2002 SAAB 9-5 aero. Our idm serial number falls within those required to be replaced by the recall. However, SAAB will not replace it because our VIN # does not fall within their recall. Our idm needs to be replaced. This does not make sense. Our SAAB was delivered in germany (it is us spec) to a servicemember stationed there. We bought it used while stationed over there. No recall notices were sent to us over there. We just started getting recall notices once we shipped the car to the states. We had to provide our certificate of origin to SAAB. SAAB told us they had no idea our car existed until we gave them the certificate of origin (which sounds fishy). This recall was issued before we moved back to the states. Our dealers service department says our idm serial number and the problem with it fall within the recall. But SAAB will not reimburse them for replacing it.

My son just passed his drivers test and we were going home when the car started making noises and then stalled. Smoke was coming out of the car and smelled like burnt rubber. My son luckily was able to get the car to the side (avoided an accident). Lifted hood thought car overheated. I tried starting the car and it sparked and started smoking again. Found out it was the electrical system, ignition discharge module. My car is a 1999 9-5 SAAB. I found that the 2000's had a recall due to this overheating and could cause a crash. This could of caused an accident.

1999 SAAB 9-5 v6 (127,000 miles). No prior related problem before this incident. Upon start up, vehicle ran rough at idle. Low power when attempting to accelerate. Parked vehicle and raised hood. Noticed smoke coming from ignition module on front side of engine, strong smell of burning plastic. Also smelled raw gas coming from exhaust. Check engine light came on. Engine stalled and would not run again. This all took place in less than 5 minutes. Vehicle was towed back home. Replacement ignition cassette currently on order.

The contact owns a 2000 SAAB 9-5. On April 20,2006, the vehicle was repaired due to NHTSA recall number 05v399000 (electrical system:ignition:module). On July 10, 2007, the engine light began illuminating intermittently. The vehicle was placed on a diagnostic machine and displayed a reading of p1312. SAAB stated that there was no longer any warranty on the idm. The failure mileage was 62,458 and current mileage was 69,000. The dealer stated broken window. Updated 09/19/07.

Electrical system:ignition:module failure caused overheating of the engine. The engine stalled while on the interstate highway. This could have caused an accident as lost all power steering and power brakes. Auto mobile was 2000 SAAB 9-5 with a v-6 reference recall notice 05v399000, SAAB denies this vehicle was under the recall.

Car lost power on interstate, noticed engine light on. Obdii scanner gave two codes, 1306 and 306, which indicated misfire cylinder 6. I removed the SAAB direct ignition to visually inspect cylinder 6. I notice engine oil in the vicinity ,and a cracked idm. It mated with cylinder 6 spark plug. Idm replacement resolved misfire.

The contact owns a 2000 SAAB 9-5. While driving 65 mph, the vehicle lost power. The contact was able to pull off the road before the vehicle completely shut off. The vehicle was towed to his residence. The mechanic inspected the vehicle and stated that the cause of failure was the ignition module. This failure was the same as noted in NHTSA recall # 05v399000 (electrical system:ignition:module). The manufacturer stated that the VIN was not included in the recall. The current and failure mileages were 100,000.

The contact owns a 2000 SAAB 9-5 se. The contact stated that the vehicle often stalled while driving or will not start at all. When driving at various speeds under any condition the vehicle would stall. The vehicle would not restart after it reached the normal operating temperature. The vehicle was taken to the dealer , and found that recall # 05v399000 concerning electrical system:ignition:module may possibly been the cause of the failure. This vehiclewas not included in the recall. The current and failure mileages were 93,000.

Two months ago one of the two ignition coil packs on the 2000 SAAB 9-5 se failed and left me stranded on the road. I had the car towed, and diagnostics indicated multiple misfires on a few cylinders controlled by one bank of two. Then, a few weeks later the throttle body failed and left me stranded again. This was replaced. Then ,last week the car indicated errors again, and I limped into the service station and discovered the second bank of ignition coils was misfiring. The 4 cylinder version of the SAAB ignition coils have already been recalled, and I think the 6 cylinder version should be too.

My direct ignition module failed right as I was exiting the freeway. The car started shaking violently and I picked up the burning smell of electronics coming from the front of my car. If it had happened moments before, I would not want to imagine what would've happened. This has been a widely reported issue and a recall has been issued for NHTSA campaign id number : 05v399000 . However, I believe that SAAB is skirting on their responsibilities since the v6 model uses the exact same part as the one covered under the recall. This is a very dangerous defect and should be addressed for all Saabs with these part numbers.

(1) vehicle was purchased used from dealer with valid inspection. Car was started 5 times prior to failure, taking longer to start each time. (2) ignition discharge module (idm)e vehicle was running and moving at roughly at 25 mph. Failure left driver stranded without a usable vehicle for several days. (3) the crank position sensor was replaced on the vehicle in an attempt to remedy the problem, to no avail. ,an obd ii reader was used to diagnose the problem afterwards. A p1310 code was produced. Once the code was cleared, attempting to restart the engine resulted in the p1310 code being produced again. Two idm cassettes (SAAB part number #9187436 ) were purchased and installed by owner to remedy the problem.

The contact owns a 2000 SAAB arrow 9-5. While driving between 25-55 mph, the vehicle stalls. The failure has occurred on several occasions. On March 15, 2007, the vehicle stalled and was towed to the dealer. Nhtsa campaign id number 05v39000 (electrical system: ignition: module) did not apply to the VIN. The purchase date and powertrain were unknown. The current and failure mileages were 109,000.