1989 Saab 9000 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 1989 Saab 9000 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 3 fires, 1 injury.

The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (7 reports).

3Recalls
14Owner complaints
2Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your 9000?

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

1989 Saab 9000 recalls

Electrical System:Ignition:Switch

Recall 90V001Nov 2, 199024,379 vehicles affected

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

Recall 88V185Nov 28, 19881,586 vehicles affected

Most common 1989 Saab 9000 problems

Problem areas named in the 14 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Electrical System7
Engine And Engine Cooling4
Power Train3
Service Brakes, Hydraulic2
Exterior Lighting2
Vehicle Speed Control2
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Structure1
Air Bags1
Parking Brake1

What owners report

2000-06-23, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
SAAB CUSTOMER ASSIST CTR DECLINED ALL FORM OF ASSISTANCE. NO SAFETY DEFECT LISTED IN THE SUMMARY. *AK
1999-07-29, Vehicle Speed Control
WHILE PULLING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE, AS SOON AS THE CAR WAS PUT IN DRIVE, THE VEHICLE TOOK OFF. THE VEHICLE HIT OTHER CARS. DEALER HAS NOT SEEN VEHICLE. *AK
1998-09-10, Engine And Engine Cooling
COOLING FAN RELAY BURNED OUT MELTING THE RELAY FUSE BOX LOCATED UNDER THE HOOD.
1998-02-09, Air Bags
ACCORDING TO MANUFACTURERS STANDARD EQUIPMENT, DRIVER SIDE AIG BAG SHOULD HAVE BEEN INSTALLED, HOWEVER IT'S NOT.
1997-08-05, Electrical System
VEHICLE SHUTS DOWN WITHOUT WARNING AND CAN SOMETIME BE RESTARTED WITH A BATTERY BOOST.

1989 Saab 9000 questions

Does the 1989 Saab 9000 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1989 Saab 9000: Electrical System:Ignition:Switch; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; 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 1989 Saab 9000?

Based on 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (7), Engine And Engine Cooling (4), Power Train (3).

How do I check if a recall on my 1989 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.

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