CarRecallWatchThe 2008 Saab 9-7X has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Exterior Lighting (9 reports).
2008 Saab 9-7X recalls
Headlights May Fail to Turn On, Raising Crash Risk
The headlamp driver module, a part that controls the headlights and daytime running lights, can overheat and fail.
Most common 2008 Saab 9-7X problems
Problem areas named in the 22 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 9 |
| Electrical System | 6 |
| Engine | 4 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Air Bags | 2 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 2 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 |
What owners report
THERE IS NOT A DEALERSHIP THAT IS ABLE TO FIX THE RECALL ON MY VEHICLE THAT IS NEAR ME. GM RECALL #: 15037 NHTSA # 15V519 DATE ISSUED: JAN 06, 2015 RECALL TITLE: RECALL 15037 - HEADLAMP DRIVER MODULE RECALL STATUS: INCOMPLETE *TR
DIM HEAD LIGHTS, I HAVE TO USE THE HIGH BEAM LIGHT TO SEE PROPERLY ESPECIALLY ON HIGHWAY OR POORLY LIT AREAS.
THERE IS A RECALL FOR CERTAIN 2008 97X MODELS, RECALL NUMBER 15V519000. THE HEADLIGHTS COME ON WHEN DRIVING, BUT THEN FLICKER AND GO OUT, CAUSING A HUGE SAFETY ISSUE . THIS IS HAPPENING TO MY CAR, BUT SAAB TELLS ME MY VIN IS NOT INCLUDED. THE RECALL SHOULD BE EXTENDED TO INCLUDE ALL 2008 97X MODEL. AT THIS TIME, SOME OWNERS ARE GETTING IT FIXED FOR FREE AND OTHERS, LIKE ME WILL HAVE TO PAY FOR IT. *TR
CALLED 800 ^ THE SAID THEY WOULD CALL WHEN PART WAS AVAILABLE, 6 MONTHS LATER RECEIVED SECOND LETTER CALL LOCAL DEALER IN MAY OF 2016 SAID THEY WOULD CALL WHEN PART WAS IN. STILL HAVEN'T RECEIVED A CALL.SAFTY RECALL # 14291/15037.
"TAKATA RECALL" PURCHASED FROM EASTCHESTER CHRYSLER JEEP DODGR DEALERSHIP IN BRONX, NY 10486 , ON FEB. 28, 2015, ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON DASHBOARD INDICATING A POSSIBLE PROBLEM. I TOOK IT BACK APPROXIMATELY 7X TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIR AND APPROXIMATELY 8 ADDITIONAL TIMES AT OTHER MECHANICS. UNFORTUNATELY, LIGHT CONTINUES TODAY. BOTH HEADLIGHTS WERE PROBLEM; DRIVERS SIDE BEGINNING FIRST DIMMING VERY LOW. SEVERAL WEEKS LATER, THE PASSENGER SIDE HEADLIGHT BEGAN TO HAVE PROBLEMS AS WELL. EVENTUALLY IT BECAME A NECESSITY TO BECOME AN EXPENSIVE OUT-OF- POCKET EXPENSE. FINALLY, THE STABILITY CHECK LIGHT CONTINUOUSLY COMES ON AND OFF MAKING IT NECESSARY TO STOP AND TURN OFF AND RESTART
2008 Saab 9-7X questions
Does the 2008 Saab 9-7X have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2008 Saab 9-7X: Headlights May Fail to Turn On, Raising Crash Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Saab 9-7X?
Based on 22 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Exterior Lighting (9), Electrical System (6), Engine (4).
How do I check if a recall on my 2008 Saab 9-7X 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.