CarRecallWatchThe 2002 Saab 9-3 Convertible has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 3 fires, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (4 reports).
2002 Saab 9-3 Convertible recalls
Most common 2002 Saab 9-3 Convertible problems
Problem areas named in the 9 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Structure | 2 |
| Air Bags | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
What owners report
SLOWLY APPROACHING STOPLIGHT, AND DRIVERS SIDE, SIDE AIRBAG GOES OFF FOR NO APPARENT REASON. DRIVER WAS STRUCK IN SIDE OF HEAD, AND UPPER BODY, SOME HEARING LOSS SUFFERED ALSO.
USE OF HIGH BEAMS CAUSES QUICK FAILURE OF HEADLAMPS. *TR
ON AUGUST 13, 2006, MY WIFE WAS DRIVING OUR 2002 SAAB 9-3 CONVERTIBLE WHEN THE ENGINE CAUGHT FIRE. SHE WAS ABLE TO GET OUT OF THE CAR SAFELY, BUT THE CAR WAS DESTROYED. INVESTIGATIONS BY INTERNATIONAL MOTORS (FALLS CHURCH, VA) AFTER THE EVENT SHOWED THAT THE TRANSMISSION HAD DISINTEGRATED AND TRANSMISSION FLUID HAS SPRAYED THROUGHOUT THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT CAUSING THE FIRE.
2002 SAAB 9-3 WITH 54K MILES CAUGHT FIRE WHILE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING IT ON SUNDAY, AUGUST 13, 2006. *JB
DT: 5/4/05, CAR WAS AT DEALER5 FOR REGULARLY MAINTENANCE. DEALER REPORTED REAR BRAKES WERE RUSTED TO THE POINT OF NOT BEING ABLE TO OPERATE. SERVICE MANAGER SAID THAT SAAB HAD A HISTORY OF BRAKES DETERIORATING AT LOW MILES. CALLER COMPLAINED ABOUT SAAB, DEALER COULD NOT OFFER ANY HELP. NO PREVIOUS PROBLEM WITH VEHICLE, WHICH WAS IS REGULARLY SERVICED, AND RECORDS WERE AVAILABLE. *AK
2002 Saab 9-3 Convertible questions
Does the 2002 Saab 9-3 Convertible have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2002 Saab 9-3 Convertible: Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Saab 9-3 Convertible?
Based on 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (4), Structure (2), Air Bags (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2002 Saab 9-3 Convertible 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.