CarRecallWatchThe 2011 Saab 9-3 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 30 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (25 reports).
2011 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 2011 Saab 9-3 problems
Problem areas named in the 30 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 25 |
| Seat Belts | 3 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
What owners report
driver side seat belt not retracting, there is a recall but does not include this vin number.
DRIVERS SIDE AIRBAG SPONTANEOUSLY DEPLOYED WHILE IN MOTION ON A CITY STREET GOING IN A FORWARD, STRAIGHT MOTION.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 SAAB 9-3. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING, THE AIR BAG SENSOR WARNING LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER AND LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 103,000.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 SAAB 9-3. THE CONTACT DETECTED A STRONG ODOR OF COOLANT INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS LEAKING COOLANT AND SCREWS WERE MISSING THAT CONNECTED THE TRANSMISSION TO THE MOTOR. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER AND DEALER WERE NOT MADE WARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 120,000.
PUMP ON REAR XWD FAILURE
2011 Saab 9-3 questions
Does the 2011 Saab 9-3 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2011 Saab 9-3: Driver Airbag May Rupture and Spray Metal Fragments; Seat Belts:Front:Retractor; Fuel System, Other:Delivery:Fuel Pump. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Saab 9-3?
Based on 30 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (25), Seat Belts (3), Power Train (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2011 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.