1998 Saab 9-5 Problems
Below Average Complaints
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 1998 Saab 9-5.
Complaints
1
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 1998 Saab 9-5 Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#11 complaints
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Avg mileage:75,000 mi
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Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1998 Saab 9-5.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE | 1 | — | — | 75,000 mi |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
75,000
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