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2002 Saab 9-3 ConvertibleProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 9 owner complaints about the 2002 Saab 9-3 Convertible, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 1 safety recall.

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CarFlaw IndexNot enough dataHigher is better (0–100)
Safety recalls1Free fix at dealersOwner complaints95 with a crash, fire or injuryTypical failure mileage13kElectrical system, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through June 6, 2011. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2002 Saab 9-3 Convertible has problems

9 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Electrical system22
Structure21
Air bags22
Latches/locks/linkages11
Power train11
Service brakes, hydraulic10
Visibility10
Engine and engine cooling11
Exterior lighting10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

1 recall

2002 Saab 9-3 Convertible recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

–no report yet

Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Recall 04V-557 · Nov 19, 2004 · 17,394 vehicles

Risk. OVER TIME, THIS COULD CAUSE THE FUEL LINES TO LOOSEN FROM THE PUMP RESULTING IN FUEL LEAKAGE.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Saab.

Best & worst years

2002 vs. every other 9-3 Convertible year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the 9-3 Convertible median. How we score

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1 investigation

NHTSA defect investigations

Federal investigations that included the 2002 Saab 9-3 Convertible, and the recalls they led to.

  1. ENGINE STALL/ ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRESPE05017 · closed Sep 23, 2005
    Led to recall 05V-399
In owners' words

What 9-3 Convertible owners report

Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

2002 SAAB 9-3 CONVERTIBLE, ABOUT 13,000 MILES CAUGHT ON FIRE. DROVE TO OFFICE, TURNED OFF ENGINE, & PARKED CAR. GOT OUT OF CAR & NOTED UNUSUAL SMELL DESPITE THAT GUAGES INDICATED "CHECKING OK"AY. *AK WENT INTO MY OFFICE & CALLED ZEE SAAB OF MILFORD WHERE NEW CAR WAS ORIGINALLY LEASED FROM & WHERE…
Complaint 10068218 · May 3, 2004 · 13,000 miles

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