2007 Saab 9-7X Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2007 Saab 9-7X.

20062008
Complaints
71
Crashes
0
Fires
9
Injuries
0
Fatalities
Recalls
4

Worst 2007 Saab 9-7X Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#114 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:178,424 mi
Fires:5
#29 complaints

Headlight/Taillight Failures

Avg mileage:76,592 mi
#39 complaints

Gasoline Fuel System

Avg mileage:60,856 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2007 Saab 9-7X.

Electrical Faults
14
complaints
Crashes
Fires
5
Avg Miles
178,424
Headlight/Taillight Failures
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
76,592
Gasoline Fuel System
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
60,856
Fuel System
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
83,847
Suspension Failures
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
76,833
Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
2
Avg Miles
253,504
Transmission / Drivetrain
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Suspension:Front
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Traction Control System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Rearview Mirrors/Devices:Exterior
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2007 Saab 9-7X

4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~1,085,607 vehicles.

15V519000Exterior Lighting:headlights
~429,170 affected

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix, 2006-2009 Buick LaCrosse, 2006-2007 Buick Rainier, Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT, GMC Envoy XL, 2006-2008 Isuzu Ascender, and Saab 9-7x vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the headlamp driver module (HDM) may overheat and fail, causing the headlamps and daytime running lights to not illuminate.

14V404000Visibility:power Window Devices And Controls
~184,611 affected

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 SAAB 9-7x; 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT and GMC Envoy XL; and 2006-2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, Buick Rainier and Isuzu Ascender vehicles. Fluid may enter the driver's door master power window switch module, causing corrosion that could result in a short in the circuit board. A short may cause the power door lock and power window switches to function intermittently or become inoperative. The short may also cause overheating, which could melt components of the door module, producing odor, smoke, or a fire.

13V248000Visibility:power Window Devices And Controls · Electrical System
~193,652 affected

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 SAAB 9-7x; 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT and GMC Envoy XL; and 2006-2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, Buick Rainier and Isuzu Ascender vehicles. Fluid may enter the driver's door module, causing corrosion that could result in a short in the circuit board. A short may cause the power door lock and power window switches to function intermittently or become inoperative. The short may also cause overheating, which could melt components of the door module, producing odor, smoke, or a fire.

12V406000Visibility:power Window Devices And Controls · Electrical System
~278,174 affected

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT and GMC Envoy XL and 2006-2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, Buick Rainier, SAAB 9-7x, and Isuzu Ascender vehicles, originally sold or currently registered in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and the District of Columbia. Fluid may enter the driver's door module, causing corrosion that could result in a short in the circuit board. A short may cause the power door lock and power window switches to function intermittently or become inoperative. The short may also cause overheating, which could melt components of the door module, producing odor, smoke, or a fire.

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2007 Saab 9-7X — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2007 Saab 9-7X reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2007 Saab 9-7X has 71 NHTSA complaints, 0 crash-related, and 4 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 14 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2007 Saab 9-7X?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (14 complaints, avg 178,424 mi); Headlight/Taillight Failures (9 complaints, avg 76,592 mi); Gasoline Fuel System (9 complaints, avg 60,856 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2007 Saab 9-7X?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 123,530 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
Does the 2007 Saab 9-7X have any recalls?
Yes — 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 1,085,607 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2007 Saab 9-7X?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Saab 9-7X reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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