SAAB 95 owners have reported 33 service brakes related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 10 most common service brakes problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's brake antilock control unit/module (11 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's power assist brake vacuum (6 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
Just as others have reported: dash lights came abs, tcs off, warning triangle and brake. Check engine light came on after intermittent problem became permanent. Speedometer and odometer ceased to operate. Researched to discover a common problem with like vehicles (saabnet. Com). Read details...
I own a 2000 SAAB 9-5 aero sedan. On June 14, 2007, I was driving this car when I experienced total loss of the braking system. This loss occurred completely without warning. The only way to stop the car was by engaging the emergency brake. Read details...
Loss of braking power, car wouldn't stop. Was able to stop car by pushing extremely hard on the brakes. Read details...
No specific events lead to the failure of the brake system. The brake system is marginally functional and has been since the car was purchased new. The rear brake rotors began to wear showing visible grooving at approximately 1200 miles while the front rotors still show no signs of wear or grooving Read details...
My 2011 SAAB 9-5 is currently in the SAAB repair shop to have the brake pedal replaced. The brake pedal would not return to its proper position and was locking the brakes on and also locking the brake lights on. It feels like you have a flat tire and the car feels like something is holding it back. Read details...