1987 Saab 900 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 1987 Saab 900 has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.

The most-reported problem area is Tires (3 reports).

2Recalls
4Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your 900?

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

1987 Saab 900 recalls

Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash

Recall 88V173Nov 1, 198870,000 vehicles affected

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Recall 87V013Feb 10, 198715,446 vehicles affected

Most common 1987 Saab 900 problems

Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Tires3
Engine And Engine Cooling3
Visibility3
Suspension1
Electrical System1
Equipment1

What owners report

2003-09-02, Electrical System
MY 1987 SAAB 900 CAUGHTON FIRE WITH ME IN IT. I WOULD LIKE TO FILE A COMPLAINT AGAINST SAAB BUT I DO NOT KNOW HOW TO GO ABOUT IT. I NEED HELP. THANK YOU.*AK
2001-01-17, Suspension
THIS IS APPARENTLY A COMMON FAILURE ON SAAB 900 CARS, WELL KNOWN TO DEALERS AND THE FACTORY AS WELL AS THE TSN BULLETIN BOARD WHICH HAS BEEN UP SINCE 1988. [WWW.SAABNET.COM] THE MANUFACTURER HAS MADE AVAILABLE A REINFORCED LOWER SUSPENSION ARM BUT HAS REFUSED TO PAY FOR EITHER THE PART OR INSTALLATION THEREOF. *AK
1996-03-07, Tires
REPLACED FOUR CONTINENTAL TIRES BECAUSE OF CRACKING ON THE SIDEWALL.
1995-10-19, Tires
FOUR CONTINENTAL TIRES CRACKED ON SIDE WALL.

1987 Saab 900 questions

Does the 1987 Saab 900 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1987 Saab 900: Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash; Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1987 Saab 900?

Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Tires (3), Engine And Engine Cooling (3), Visibility (3).

How do I check if a recall on my 1987 Saab 900 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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