CarRecallWatchThe 2006 Saab 9-3 has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 179 complaints with NHTSA, including 11 crashes, 3 fires, 4 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (87 reports).
2006 Saab 9-3 recalls
Driver Airbag May Rupture and Spray Metal Fragments
Certain vehicles have a driver's frontal airbag inflator that can rupture when the airbag deploys in a crash.
Most common 2006 Saab 9-3 problems
Problem areas named in the 179 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 87 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 26 |
| Seat Belts | 15 |
| Electrical System | 14 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 11 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 10 |
| Steering | 8 |
| Suspension | 7 |
| Power Train | 7 |
| Service Brakes | 7 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2006 SAAB 9-3. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and shut off, the contact attempted to start the vehicle, and the vehicle failed to start. The contact also noticed a fuel odor coming from the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000.
Warning message that airbag is not working. Loud hissing sound immediately in front of dashboard, as if air is escaping. We cannot drive the car for fear of the airbag inflating. We are going to have to towed to a repair shop to be fixed and will keep all paperwork.
ECU ISSUES, LOSS POWER WHEN DRIVING.
I HAVE BEEN TRYING TO FIND A DEALERSHIP TO FIX MY RECALL BUT GENERAL MOTORS STATED THEY DO NOT FIX IT. I AM RECEIVING CALLS AND LETTERS EVERY OTHER WEEK. WHO WILL FIX THIS ISSUE ??? I AM LOCATED IN THE WILKES BARRE PA 18705 AREA. PLEASE ADVISE THANK YOU
WHEN I USED MY CRUISE CONTROL SOMETIMES IT ENGAGES AND DOES NOT ENGAGE. IT DID THIS FOR OVER A MONTH. WHEN I FIRST BOUGHT THE CAR, I DID MY RESEARCH ON IT AND IT SAID THAT IT HAS A STEERING FLUID LOSS PROBLEM, BECAUSE THE QUALITY IS POOR. I AM CURIOUS TO WHY THERE HAS NOT BEEN A RECALL ON IT YET.
2006 Saab 9-3 questions
Does the 2006 Saab 9-3 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2006 Saab 9-3: Driver Airbag May Rupture and Spray Metal Fragments; Seat Belts:Front:Retractor. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Saab 9-3?
Based on 179 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (87), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (26), Seat Belts (15).
How do I check if a recall on my 2006 Saab 9-3 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.