The 1988 Saab 9000 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 fires.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (4 reports).
1988 Saab 9000 recalls
Most common 1988 Saab 9000 problems
Problem areas named in the 12 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 |
| Seats | 2 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Interior Lighting | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
What owners report
VEHICLE EXPERIENCING ONGOING PROBLEM WITH BRAKE FAILURE. PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *AK
THE VEHICLE QUICKLY ENGULF IN FLAMES, THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED EA95-0920A. TT
DRIVERS SEAT STARTED TO BURN. RESULTING IN OCCUPANTS CLOTHES CATCHING ON FIRE. ALSO ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE. EXPLAIN IN MORE DETAIL. TT
DRIVERS SEAT BACK IS ADJUSTABLE. ON TWO OCCASIONS BACK COLLAPSED WITH NO WARNING. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT
THE ABS SYSTEM FAILED, AND PRIOR TO THAT THE ABS LIGHT COMES ON AND THE BRAKES MAKE NOISE WHEN APPLIED, DEALER CAN FIND NOTHING WRONG. TT
1988 Saab 9000 questions
Does the 1988 Saab 9000 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1988 Saab 9000: Electrical System:Ignition:Switch; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Vehicle Speed Control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1988 Saab 9000?
Based on 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (4), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (3), Fuel System, Gasoline (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 1988 Saab 9000 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.