Saab 9000 recalls
16 official safety recalls for the Saab 9000 from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.
Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:
- United States: nhtsa.gov/recalls
- United Kingdom: check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk
Airbag or seat belt tensioner may deploy inadvertently
Moisture may corrode the airbag and seat belt tensioner control module, causing system malfunctions or inadvertent deployment. The module will be inspected and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- POSSIBLE INADVERENT DEPLOYMENT OF AIR BAG
- Defect
- The ECU controlling the airbag and seat belt tensioner functions may be affected by the ingress of moisture. Should corrosion subsequently occur in the printed circuit this could result in malfunction of these systems and in extreme cases cause inadvertent deployment of the airbag or seat belt tensioners.
- Remedy
- Affected vehicles are being recalled for inspection and replacement where necessary of the airbag/seat belt tensioner control module.
Moisture in airbag control module may cause deployment
Moisture can corrode the airbag control module circuit boards, potentially causing an unintended airbag deployment. Dealers will inspect the module, install a cover if there is no moisture, or replace the module and install a cover if moisture is found.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE
- Defect
- VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. MOISTURE CAN ENTER THE AIR BAG INFLATABLE RESTRAINT ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE (ECM) AND CAUSE CORROSION ON PORTIONS OF THE ECM PRINTER CIRCUIT BOARDS.
- Consequence
- THIS CORROSION CAN POSSIBLY CREATE OPEN CONNECTIONS IN CIRCUITS WHICH CONTROL THE RESTRAINT DEPLOYMENT, POSSIBLY CAUSING INADVERTENT AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE EXTERIOR OF THE ECM. IF THERE IS NO INDICATION OF MOISTURE, A COVER WILL BE INSTALLED OVER THE ECM. IF THERE IS INDICATION OF MOISTURE, THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THE ECM AND INSTALL A COVER OVER THE NEW ECM.
- Notes
- OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 5, 1999.OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT SAAB AT 1-800-955-9007. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Driver-side air bag alert label is missing
Without the alert label, occupants may not understand how the air bag works or the need to use seat belts. Owners will receive a label to install on the driver’s sun visor; a dealer can install it if requested.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
- Defect
- VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE AIR BAG ALERT LABEL ON THE DRIVER SIDE VISOR WAS OMITTED. THIS DOES NOT CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION."
- Consequence
- THE VEHICLE OCCUPANT MAY NOT PROPERLY UNDERSTAND THE OPERATION OF THE AIR BAG SYSTEM AND THE NEED TO USE SEAT BELTS.
- Remedy
- OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH AN ALERT LABEL TO BE INSTALLED ON THE VISIBLE SIDE OF THE DRIVER'S SUN VISOR. IF AN OWNER SO DESIRES, THEIR DEALER CAN INSTALL THE LABEL FOR THEM.
- Notes
- OWNER NOTIFICATIONBEGAN SEPTEMBER 1,1998.OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE ALERT LABEL WITH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WITHIN A REASONBLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT SAAB AT 1-800-955-9007.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Brake pressure warning switch connections may corrode
Water may cause corrosion at the brake pressure warning switch connections, which could lead to loss of brake system pressure and ABS function. Dealers will check the connections, replace corroded connectors and apply protective agent to the switch terminals.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- LOSS OF BRAKE PRESSURE AND/OR ABS FACILITY
- Defect
- As a result of water penetration corrosion may be present on the brake pressure warning switch connection. This could result in the loss of braking system pressure and may also negate the ABS function.
- Remedy
- Recall the affected vehicles and check the warning switch connections for signs of corrosion. If corrosion is present on the connector this will be changed and the switch terminals will be treated with a protective agent. Where corrosion is pres
Moisture may cause ABS pressure switch failure
Moisture can corrode the ABS pressure switch connection, causing warning lights or loss of hydraulic pump assistance. Increased brake pedal effort may extend stopping distances. Dealers will check the connection, add a moisture barrier and replace switches with corroded connectors.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
- Defect
- MOISTURE CAN FOLLOW THE ELECTRICAL HARNESS AND ENTER THE PRESSURE SWITCH CONNECTOR CAUSING CORROSION AND MALFUNCTION OF THE SWITCH.
- Consequence
- THE CORROSION CAUSES A DETERIORATION OF THE ELECTRICALSWITCH CONNECTION AND CAN RESULT IN FALSE ILLUMINATION OF ABS AND/OR THE BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS AND/OR THE LOSS OF POWER ASSISTANCE BECAUSE OF NO HYDRAULIC PUMPOPERATION. LOSS OF POWER ASSIST INCREASES THE DRIVER'S BRAKE PEDAL EFFORT REQUIRED FOR STOPPING WHICH CAN RESULT IN EXTENDED BRAKING DISTANCES.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS TO THE ABS PRESSURE SWITCH TERMINALS FOR CORROSION AND INSTALL A SHRINK HOSE TO THE WIRING HARNESS TO AVOID MOISTURE ENTERING THE CONNECTION. PRESSURE SWITCHES WITH CORRODED CONNECTORS WILL BE REPLACED.
- Notes
- SYSTEM: BRAKES; HYDRAULIC; ANTI-SKID SYSTEM.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH "MK II" ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) BRAKES.NOTE: IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED FREE OF CHARGE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, PLEASE CONTACT SAAB AT 1-800-955-9007. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
Brake light switch may stick
The brake light switch may stick on or off. The switch will be checked and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- DEFECTIVE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH
- Defect
- The brake light switch may stick in the on or off position.
- Remedy
- Recall the affected vehicles check and where necessary replace the brake light switch with a quality assured unit.
Cooler hose may leak oil after a frontal impact
In a low-energy frontal impact, the front crossmember may contact the cooler hose, or the hose may break and leak oil onto hot engine parts. The oil could ignite and cause a fire. Dealers will install a protective cover.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
- Defect
- DURING LOW ENERGY FRONTAL IMPACT COLLISIONS, THE FRONT CROSSMEMBER CAN CONTACT THE METAL TUBING PORTION OF THE COOLER HOSE ASSEMBLY; AND/OR THE HOSE ASSEMBLY CAN BREAK AND LEAK OIL ONTO THE HOT EXHAUST MANIFOLD OR THE TURBOCHARGER.
- Consequence
- OIL LEAKING ON THESE HOT ENGINE SURFACES CAN IGNITE AND CAUSE A VEHICULAR FIRE.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL INSTALL A PROTECTIVE COVER WHICH WILL PROTECT THE COOLER AND HOSES FROM OTHER STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS IN LOW ENERGY FRONT IMPACTS.
- Notes
- SYSTEM: ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS EQUIPPED WITH ENGINE OIL COOLERS.NOTE: IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME AND FREE OF CHARGE OR THE REMEDY DOES NOT CORRECT THE DEFECTS OR NONCOMPLIANCE, PLEASE CONTACT SAAB SERVICE CENTER AT 1-800-955-9007. ALSO, CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
Brake light switch may stick on or off
The brake light switch can stick, leaving the lights on or preventing them from illuminating when the brakes are applied. This can give other drivers inaccurate signals and could lead to an accident. Dealers will inspect the switches and replace those with an oval-shaped piston or improper alignment.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
- Defect
- A NUMBER OF BRAKE LIGHT SWITCHES HAVE AN OVAL-SHAPED PISTON WHICH CAN GET STUCK UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS. OTHER SWITCHES WERE MOUNTED SO THAT BOTH LOCKING TABS ARE NOT COMPLETELY ENGAGED IN THE MOUNTING BRACKET. IF ONE SIDE IS NOT ENGAGED, THE SWITCH IS MISALIGNED WITH THE PEDAL MECHANISM AND CAN BIND THE PISTON MOVEMENT, WHICH CAN CAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH TO STICK IN THE "OFF" OR "ON" POSITION.
- Consequence
- THIS RESULTS IN EITHER THE BRAKE LIGHTS REMAINING ON CONSTANTLY OR THE BRAKE LIGHTS NOT ILLUMINATING WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED. THIS RESULTS IN INACCURATE SIGNALS OF BRAKE OPERATION TO OTHER VEHICLE OPERATORS, AND COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL INSPECT BRAKE LIGHT SWITCHES. FOR VEHICLES WITH THE OVAL-SHAPED PISTON AND FOR VEHICLES WITH MISALIGNED BRAKE LIGHT SWITCHES, THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH WILL BE REPLACED.
- Notes
- SYSTEM: LIGHTING; SWITCH; BUTTON; RING; BRAKE LIGHTS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME AND FREE OF CHARGE OR THE REMEDY DOES NOT CORRECT THE DEFECT OR NONCOMPLIANCE, PLEASE CONTACT SAAB SERVICE CENTER AT 1-800-955-9007. ALSO, CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
Brake lights may not illuminate properly
A bulb in a lower outboard brake light assembly may be wired incorrectly, causing improper light illumination when braking. Following drivers may not be alerted that the vehicle is slowing or stopping, which could lead to a collision. Dealers will modify the lamp assemblies.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
- Defect
- ONE OF THE BULBS IN EACH OF THE BRAKE LIGHT LOWER OUTBOARD LAMP ASSEMBLIES MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PROPERLY WIRED, RESULTING IN IMPROPER TAIL LIGHT ILLUMINATION ON BRAKE APPLICATION. THIS DOES NOT CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
- Consequence
- CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: IMPROPER ILLUMINATION OF BRAKE LIGHTS DURING BRAKE APPLICATION MAY NOT SIGNAL FOLLOWING DRIVERS OF THE OPERATOR'S INTENT TO SLOW OR STOP AND COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE COLLISION.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL MODIFY THE BRAKE LIGHT OUTBOARD LAMP ASSEMBLIES TO MEET FMVSS REQUIREMENTS.
- Notes
- SYSTEM: LIGHTING; LAMP OR SOCKET; BRAKE LIGHTS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 4-DOOR SEDAN PASSENGER VEHICLES; CD AND CDE BODY STYLES. NOTE:IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME AND FREE OF CHARGE OR THE REMEDY DOES NOT CORRECT THE DEFECT OR NONCOMPLIANCE, PLEASE CONTACT SAAB SERVICE CENTER AT 1-800-955-9007. ALSO, CONTACT THE NATIONALHIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
Fuel hoses may crack and leak
The fuel filler and ventilation hoses may crack under their clamps and leak fuel, which could cause a fire if there is an ignition source. The hoses and five clamps will be replaced with a type designed to prevent hose damage.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Defect
- THE FUEL FILLER AND TANK VENTILATION HOSES MAY DEVELOP CRACKS UNDER THE SECURING HOSE CLAMPS, RESULTING IN FUEL LEAKAGE.
- Consequence
- FUEL LEAKS MAY RESULT IN A FIRE IF AN IGNITION SOURCEIS PRESENT.
- Remedy
- THE FUEL FILLER AND FUEL VENTILATION HOSES WILL BE REPLACED WITH NEW HOSES. THE FIVE SECURING HOSE CLAMPS WILL BE REPLACED BY A NEW TYPE WITH A SHIELD THAT PREVENTS DAMAGE TO THE HOSE WHEN TIGHTENED.
- Notes
- SYSTEM: FUEL; FUEL SYSTEMS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.NOTE: IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME AND FREE OF CHARGE OR THE REMEDY DOES NOT CORRECT THE DEFECT OR NONCOMPLIANCE, PLEASE CONTACT SAAB SERVICE CENTER AT 1-800-955-9007. ALSO, CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
Gear selector arm may separate from cable
Improper assembly may let the gear selector arm separate from the cable, preventing gear selection or identification. The vehicle could be started in a gear other than Park or Neutral and move unexpectedly. The ball will be seated in the cable socket and secured with a lock ring.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
- Defect
- IMPROPER ASSEMBLY COULD CAUSE THE BALL OF THE GEAR SELECTOR ARM NOT TO BE PROPERLY FIXED TO THE SOCKET ON THE END OF THE GEAR SELECTOR CABLE; GEAR SELECTOR ARM COULD SEPARATE FROM THE GEAR SELECTOR CABLE AT THE BALL SOCKET JOINT.
- Consequence
- THE GEAR POSITION COULD NOT BE SELECTED OR DETERMINEDUSING THE SELECTOR LEVER; CAR COULD BE STARTED IN GEAR OTHER THAN PARK ORNEUTRAL, RESULTING IN SUDDEN UNEXPECTED VEHICLE MOVEMENT.
- Remedy
- PROPERLY SEAT GEAR SELECTOR ARM BALL IN THE SELECTOR CABLE SOCKET AND SECURE BY A LOCK RING INSIDE THE SOCKET.
- Notes
- SYSTEM: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION GEAR SELECTOR LINKAGE.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
Backup lamp switch may overheat
Abrasion in the combination neutral safety and backup lamp switch may leave residue on its circuit card. The switch could overheat, smoke or cause a fire in the centre console. A circuit including a relay will be added to reduce current through the switch.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
- Defect
- ABRASION ON THE PRINTED CIRCUIT CARD IN THE COMBINATION NEUTRAL SAFETY/BACKUP LAMP SWITCH OPERATED BY THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION GEAR SELECTOR MAY CAUSE RESIDUE TO COLLECT IN ELECTRICAL AREA ON THE CIRCUIT CARD.
- Consequence
- THIS COULD CAUSE OVERHEATING OF THE SWITCH ASSEMBLY WITHSMOKE AND POSSIBLY A FIRE IN THE CENTER CONSOLE AREA.
- Remedy
- ADD AN ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT, INCLUDING A RELAY, TO THE BACKUP LAMP CIRCUIT TO REDUCE THE CURRENT THAT CAN FLOW THROUGH THE COMBINATION SWITCH.
- Notes
- SYSTEM: ELECTRICAL.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS.
Brake lines may be worn by the kickdown cable
The throttle kickdown cable may chafe against a brake fluid line, causing a leak and loss of braking in one circuit. Braking may be reduced and stopping distances may increase. The cable routing will be changed and a bracket installed.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Defect
- THE ROUTING OF THE THROTTLE KICKDOWN CABLE COULD ALLOW CHAFING TO OCCUR BETWEEN THE CABLE AND ANY ONE OF THREE STEEL BRAKE FLUID LINES NEAR THE VALVE BLOCK OF THE HYDRAULIC BRAKE UNIT.
- Consequence
- THIS COULD CAUSE BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE; THUS, THE BRAKECIRCUIT SUPPLIED BY THAT LINE WOULD BECOME INOPERATIVE AND RESULT IN DECREASEDBRAKING EFFECTIVENESS AND AN ACCIDENT.
- Remedy
- CHANGE CABLE ROUTING AND INSTALL NEW ATTACHMENT BRACKET TO PREVENT CHAFING.
- Notes
- SYSTEM: HYDRAULIC BRAKE LINES / THROTTLE CABLEVEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS.
Fuel filter may leak
The fuel filter may not meet leakage requirements because it was glued at a low temperature. A leaking filter could create a fire hazard. The fuel filter will be replaced.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Defect
- FUEL FILTER MAY NOT MEET THE SPECIFICATION CONCERNING LEAKAGE CRITERIA DUE TO LOW TEMPERATURE DURING THE GLUING PROCESS.
- Consequence
- FUEL FILTER MAY LEAK CREATING A POTENTIAL FIRE HAZARD.
- Remedy
- REPLACE FUEL FILTER.
- Notes
- SYSTEM: FUEL FILTER.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
Cruise control chain may catch
The cruise control ball chain could catch on its attachment clip, preventing the throttle from fully closing when the accelerator is released. A plastic cap will be installed over the clip openings.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Defect
- THE BALL CHAIN BETWEEN THE CRUISE CONTROL VACUUM REGULATOR AND THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ARM MAY CATCH ON THE VACUUM REGULATOR ATTACHMENT CLIP.
- Consequence
- IF THE CHAIN GETS CAUGHT THE THROTTLE COULD BE PREVENTEDFROM RETURNING TO FULLY CLOSED POSITION WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS RELEASED.
- Remedy
- A PLASTIC CAP WILL BE INSTALLED OVER THE VACUUM REGULATOR CLIP TO COVER THE OPENINGS.
- Notes
- SYSTEM: CRUISE CONROL.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
Wiring harness may chafe and short circuit
The wiring harness may chafe against the windshield wiper motor bracket and short circuit, potentially causing a fire. Two rubber strips will be attached to the bracket's vertical edges.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
- Defect
- THE WIRING HARNESS MAY CHAFE AGAINST THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR BRACKET. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: IF A SHORT CIRCUIT DEVELOPS, IT COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
- Remedy
- AFFIX TWO RUBBER STRIPS TO THE VERTICAL EDGES OF THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR BRACKET.
- Notes
- SYSTEM: ELECTRICAL/WIRING HARNESS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.