2005 Saab 9-2X Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

The 2005 Saab 9-2X has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 111 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 fire.

The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (46 reports).

4Recalls
111Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2005 Saab 9-2X recalls

Passenger Airbag May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments

Recall 20V001Jan 2, 2020258,813 vehicles affected

The passenger frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles can rupture.

Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal shrapnel

Recall 20V003Jan 2, 2020111,562 vehicles affected

The passenger frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles can rupture.

Passenger Air Bag Inflator May Rupture and Injure Occupants

Recall 15V323May 28, 2015432,016 vehicles affected

The passenger-side frontal air bag inflator in affected vehicles may be susceptible to moisture intrusion.

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Arm

Recall 11V464Sep 6, 2011318,215 vehicles affected

Most common 2005 Saab 9-2X problems

Problem areas named in the 111 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Air Bags46
Fuel/Propulsion System27
Suspension17
Fuel System, Gasoline14
Engine8
Structure6
Steering4
Engine And Engine Cooling3
Unknown Or Other3
Tires2

What owners report

2025-02-10, Air Bags
The contact owns a 2005 Saab 9-2X. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 11V464000 (Suspension) and 15V323000 (Air Bags); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer and Chevrolet 112 (631) 317-2348) were contacted but referred the contact to Subaru for recall repair assistance. The Subaru manufacturer and GM manufacturer were notified of the issue, but no assistance was provided. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
2025-02-10, Air Bags
Does recall supposed to be done under the general motors they’re refusing to do this recall. And it’s the law they have to do this recall not my fault. It’s a sob that was made by Subaru, but it’s GM’s product 05-06.
2021-06-01, Suspension
The contact owns a 2005 Saab 9-2x. The contact stated while attempting to park the vehicle, the control arm fractured. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer and was told rubber bushings and rubber control arm links could be worn. The control could just break apart from rust. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired in 2012 under NHTSA campaign number: 11V464000 (Suspension) however, the failure still occurred. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure but offered no additional assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000. The consumer is still waiting to have the vehicle repaired. The consume
2020-10-21, Structure
IT IS A KNOWN ISSUE IN THE SAAB 9-2X COMMUNITY THAT THE REAR STRUT TOWERS RUST OUT AND FALL APART. THIS IS AN ISSUE THAT SHOULD BE ADDRESSED AS IT IS SO COMMON WHETHER IN A RUST PRONE STATE OR NOT.
2020-10-16, Structure
METAL PLATE REAR STRUT TOWERS RUSTING OUT. CONSTANTLY, PRESENTS POTENTIAL FOR SUSPENSION TO FAIL AND REAR RUNNING GEAR TO PUNCTURE THE BODY

2005 Saab 9-2X questions

Does the 2005 Saab 9-2X have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2005 Saab 9-2X: Passenger Airbag May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments; Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal shrapnel; Passenger Air Bag Inflator May Rupture and Injure Occupants; Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Arm. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Saab 9-2X?

Based on 111 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (46), Fuel/Propulsion System (27), Suspension (17).

How do I check if a recall on my 2005 Saab 9-2X has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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