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2011 Saab 9-4xProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 5 owner complaints about the 2011 Saab 9-4x, most often about the air bags. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 21V-473 the manufacturer reports only 67% of affected cars repaired.

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CarFlaw IndexNot enough dataHigher is better (0–100)
Safety recalls2Lowest repair rate 67%Owner complaints50 with a crash, fire or injuryTypical failure mileage81kAir bags, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through February 23, 2026. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2011 Saab 9-4x has problems

5 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
Air bags10
Power train10
Suspension10
Visibility/wiper10

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

2 recalls

2011 Saab 9-4x 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.

67%repaired · 2023 Q3

Suspension: rear

Do not drive

Recall 21V-473 · Jun 24, 2021 · 380,498 vehicles · 253,148 repaired

Risk. A loose toe link can separate and cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

94%repaired · 2016 Q1

Suspension: rear

Recall 14V-571 · Sep 19, 2014 · 290,241 vehicles · 273,199 repaired

Risk. Failure of the toe adjuster link could cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

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

2011 vs. every other 9-4x 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 9-4x median. How we score

'11'12
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
NHTSA crash tests

2011 Saab 9-4x safety ratings

2011 Saab 9-4X SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.

  • Rollover: 4 stars (16.4% risk)
  • Stability control: Standard
  • Forward collision warning: No
  • Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words

What 9-4x owners report

Recent air bags complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

AIRBAG SENSOR IS ON INTERMITTANT. IF FRONT PASSENGER SEAT IS EMPTY, BACK SEAT SIDE RAIL AIRBAG WILL NOT INFLATE. NEEDS SOFTWARE UPGRADE. (JUST LIKE 2011 CADILLAC SRX). WHILE MOTOR ON.
Complaint 10979259 · Apr 19, 2017 · 81,006 miles

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