CarRecallWatchThe 2008 Saab 9-5 has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 20 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (19 reports).
2008 Saab 9-5 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 2008 Saab 9-5 problems
Problem areas named in the 20 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 19 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
What owners report
I HAD MY AIRBAG REPLACED ON RECALL SEVERAL YEARS AGO. I NOW HAVE AN ERROR ALERT ON MY DASH INDICATING AN AIR BAG PROBLEM. MY SERVICE TECHNICIAN TELLS ME THERE ARE NO PARTS AVAILABLE. WHAT ALTERNATIVES ARE AVAILABLE FOR ME, BESIDES DRIVE AN UNSAFE CAR OR JUNK IT (PROBABLY ILLEGAL TO SELL )
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 SAAB 9-5. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V063000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 SAAB 9-5. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V063000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART FOR THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
RECALL INITIATED IN FEB 2016, NOTIFICATION RECEIVED FROM GM IN MAY OF 2016, REPAIR IS STILL NOT AVAILABLE AFTER 10 MONTHS FROM DATE OF RECALL.
TAKATA RECALL - ALTHOUGH THE RECALL BEGAN FEBRUARY 3, 2016, IT HAS STILL NOT BEEN COMPLETED. GIVEN THE DANGER OF BEING HIT WITH SHRAPNEL, THE SITUATION SHOULD BE REMEDIED IMMEDIATELY!
2008 Saab 9-5 questions
Does the 2008 Saab 9-5 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2008 Saab 9-5: Driver Airbag May Rupture and Spray Metal Fragments; Seats:Front Assembly:Head Restraint. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Saab 9-5?
Based on 20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (19), Electrical System (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2008 Saab 9-5 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.