CarRecallWatchThe 1988 Saab 900 has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 fire, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (3 reports).
1988 Saab 900 recalls
Most common 1988 Saab 900 problems
Problem areas named in the 13 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 3 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 3 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Parking Brake | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 2 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Seats | 1 |
What owners report
FRONT LEFT CONTROL ARM BROKE PULLING OUT OF DRIVEWAY CAUSING LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, WHEEL TO FALL OFF AND CAUSING DAMAGE TO SHOCK, WHEEL BEARING AND C.V. JOINT. *AK
DRIVER'S SEAT ANCHORING BRACKET WHICH ATTACHES TO SEAT BASE BROKE AWAY FROM THE ATTACHMENT BOLT. ODOMETER BECAME INOPERABLE AND THIS SEEMS TO BE THE CASE ON MOST PRE-1990 MODELS AS STATED BY MECHANIC WHO SPECIALIZES IN SAAB REPAIRS. MECHANIC STATES THAT THIS ISSUE INVOLVES THE GEARING MECHANISM WITHIN THE ODOMETER.
MOTORIZED SEAT BELTS ARE DEFECTIVE. SOMETIMES THEY DON'T ENGAGE, SOMETIMES THEY DON'T RELEASE. THIS IS A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE, AND I FEEL THE MANUFACTURER SHOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE REPAIRS. *AK.
THE LAP AND SHOULDER BELTS DON'T RETRACT. DEALER HAS A FIX. *AK
HEAT SHIELD THAT PROTECTED THE WIRES ROT OUT, REPLACE HEAT SHIELD.
1988 Saab 900 questions
Does the 1988 Saab 900 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1988 Saab 900: Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash; Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Arm. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1988 Saab 900?
Based on 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (3), Engine And Engine Cooling (3), Electrical System (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 1988 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.