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Why we don't show Saab-wide stats: Saab reliability varies hugely by model. Looking at the brand average is misleading — the Saab F-150 might be solid while the SaabFocus has known transmission issues. Pick the specific model you're interested in.

Saab Models (3)

Sorted by severity (worst first)
1

Saab 9-5

(1998–2011) high severity
662 complaintsCrash rate: 2.0%Severity: 4060
2

Saab 9-7x

(2005–2009) high severity
237 complaintsCrash rate: 0.0%Severity: 3474
3

Saab 9-3

(1994–2011) high severity
1,686 complaintsCrash rate: 5.0%Severity: 3160
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Most Common Saab Problems

Components most reported across all Saab models in NHTSA complaints.

ComponentComplaintsCrash %
AIR BAGS4944.3%
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM3001.0%
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE2040.0%
SEAT BELTS1632.5%
ENGINE1401.4%
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION1041.0%
SUSPENSION1023.9%
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE990.0%
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING943.2%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM911.1%

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