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1995 Saab 900Problems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 100 owner complaints about the 1995 Saab 900, most often about the power train. It is covered by 7 safety recalls.

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CarFlaw IndexUse caution2.3× the 900 median · #1 of 10 years by complaints
Safety recalls7Free fix at dealersOwner complaints10012 with a crash, fire or injuryTypical failure mileage110kPower train, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through April 30, 2012. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 1995 Saab 900 has problems

100 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
Power train213
Electrical system193
Engine and engine cooling172
Service brakes, hydraulic152
Structure101
Vehicle speed control83
Seat belts80
Visibility71
Air bags70
9 other systems240

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

7 recalls

1995 Saab 900 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

Air bags

Recall 02V-308 · Nov 14, 2002 · 20,476 vehicles

Risk. IF THIS MOISTURE COMES INTO CONTACT WITH THE ELECTROLYTE FROM THE CAPACITOR, IT FORMS A HIGHLY CONDUCTIVE MATERIAL THAT COULD CREATE AN ELECTRICAL SHORT…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

–no report yet

Exterior lighting: headlights

Recall 98V-038 · Feb 24, 1998 · 92,505 vehicles

Risk. IF THE HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES ARE REPLACED, CUSTOMERS MAY NOT BE ABLE TO PROPERLY AIM THE HEADLIGHTS.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

–no report yet

Vehicle speed control

Recall 97V-046 · Mar 21, 1997 · 52,500 vehicles

Risk. THIS BINDING CAN RESULT IN THE THROTTLE PLATE NOT RETURNING TO THE CLOSED POSITION WHEN THE THROTTLE PEDAL IS RELEASED AND A SUBSEQUENT LOSS OF THROTTLE…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

–no report yet

Steering: steering wheel/handle bar

Recall 96V-008 · Jan 23, 1996 · 8,988 vehicles

Risk. IF MISALIGNED, AN ALUMINUM CONNECTING PIECE CAN FAIL DUE TO FATIGUE, RESULTING IN A LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Show 3 more recalls
–no report yet

Power train: manual transmission

Recall 95V-068 · Mar 29, 1995 · 8,993 vehicles

Risk. IF THE PARKING BRAKE IS NOT APPLIED, THE CAR CAN ROLL FROM ITS ORIGINAL PARKED POSITION INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

–no report yet

Ignition: module

Recall 95V-066 · Mar 29, 1995 · 5,383 vehicles

Risk. UNEXPECTED MOVEMENT OF THE VEHICLE MAY CAUSE THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL AND INCREASE THE POTENTIAL OF A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.

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

1995 vs. every other 900 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 900 median. How we score

'79'80'81'82'83'84'85'86'87'88'89'90'91'92'93'94'95'96'97'98'99'00
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
NHTSA crash tests

1995 Saab 900 safety ratings

1995 Saab 900 4-DR in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.

  • Stability control: No
  • Forward collision warning: No
  • Lane departure warning: No
2 investigations

NHTSA defect investigations

Federal investigations that included the 1995 Saab 900, and the recalls they led to.

  1. DEFECTIVE WATER PUMP PULLEYDP00008 · closed Nov 19, 2001
    No recall
  2. NEW WHEEL BOLTSSQ98018 · closed Oct 27, 1998
    No recall
In owners' words

What 900 owners report

Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 SAAB 900. THE CONTACT STATED THAT IT IS POSSIBLE TO MOVE THE SHIFT LEVER INTO REVERSE WHILE THE KEY IS REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION AND THE TRANSMISSION IS STILL IN NEUTRAL. HE CAN ALSO ACCIDENTALLY DISENGAGE THE REVERSE GEAR BY STRIKING THE GEAR LEVER. THE DEALER STATED…
Complaint 10242290 · Sep 15, 2008 · 130,000 miles
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 SAAB 900. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD ROLL BACKWARDS AND FORWARDS NUMEROUS TIMES UNLESS THE PARKING BRAKE WAS APPLIED. WHILE IN A PARKING LOT, THE VEHICLE ROLLED BACKWARDS INTO AN INTERSECTION AND STRUCK A STOP SIGN. SHE HAS TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER…
Complaint 10204132 · Sep 26, 2007 · 150 miles
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 SAAB 900. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE REVERSE GEAR IS ENGAGED, THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTS OUT OF GEAR. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE REPAIR SHOP TO HAVE THE GEAR REPAIRED, BUT THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO REMEDY THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT FOUND RECALL # 95V068000…
Complaint 10192746 · Jun 8, 2007 · 151,000 miles

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