2010 Saab 9-5 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 3, 2016 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other 9-5 years
Not enough data 12th of 14 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2010 Saab 9-5. That ranks 12th out of 14 9-5 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (1 complaints, 50%). Complaints mention 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Saab 9-5
Saab 9-5 sedan photographed in USA.. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2010 Saab 9-5 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Air Bags1
Visibility1 · ~120 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Air Bags150%———
Visibility150%120——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2011, with 1 complaints
2011: 1201112016: 120161

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2010 Saab 9-5 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2010 Saab 9-5.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

S10 direct reply- letter addressed to president obama requesting assistance with a takata airbag recall. *smd 2010 saab 9-5. The consumer was informed the parts were not available. *jb updated 06/08/16.*jb

Air Bags · received May 3, 2016 · NHTSA complaint 10862875

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 saab 95. The contact was driving approximately 40-45 mph when he noticed that with the headlights reflecting on the windshield had a doubling affect when driving at night. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and he was advised by the dealer per the manufacturer to adjust…

Visibility · received Apr 15, 2011 · NHTSA complaint 10396004

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Saab 9-5?

Owners most often report air bags, visibility problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2010 Saab 9-5?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2010 Saab 9-5 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 9-5 model years, the 2010 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.