2011 Saab 9-4X Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 2011 Saab 9-4X has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (2 reports).

2Recalls
5Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your 9-4X?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2011 Saab 9-4X recalls

Loose Rear Suspension Link Can Cause Loss of Control

Recall 21V473Jun 24, 2021380,498 vehicles affected

A rear suspension toe link adjuster may not have been tightened properly at the factory, so the toe link can become loose.

Suspension:Rear

Recall 14V571Sep 19, 2014290,241 vehicles affected

Most common 2011 Saab 9-4X problems

Problem areas named in the 5 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Unknown Or Other2
Power Train1
Air Bags1
Suspension1
Visibility/Wiper1

What owners report

2026-02-23, Visibility/Wiper
General Motors refuses to manufacture replacement windshields rendering all 9-4x vehicles that get a cracked windshield unsafe and unable to pass a safety inspection for registration.
2021-10-06, Suspension
The contact owns a 2011 Saab 9-4X. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V473000 (Suspension) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the "Check Rear Axle" warning light was illuminated. The dealer was made aware of the recall and informed the contact after speaking with the manufacturer that parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 35,000.
2017-04-19, Air Bags
AIRBAG SENSOR IS ON INTERMITTANT . IF FRONT PASSENGER SEAT IS EMPTY, BACK SEAT SIDE RAIL AIRBAG WILL NOT INFLATE. NEEDS SOFTWARE UPGRADE. (JUST LIKE 2011 CADILLAC SRX). WHILE MOTOR ON.
2016-09-28, Power Train
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 SAAB 9-4X. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO SHIFT INTO PARK. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 11V595000 (POWER TRAIN). THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 75,000.
2014-07-23, Unknown Or Other
WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF ANY RECALLS. YOUR WEBSITE DOES NOT LIST THE CAR. *TR

2011 Saab 9-4X questions

Does the 2011 Saab 9-4X have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2011 Saab 9-4X: Loose Rear Suspension Link Can Cause Loss of Control; Suspension:Rear. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Saab 9-4X?

Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (2), Power Train (1), Air Bags (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2011 Saab 9-4X 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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