2008 Saab 9-7X Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 9-7X years
- Fewer complaints than other years 4th of 5 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Saab 9-7X. That ranks 4th out of 5 9-7X model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is exterior lighting (9 complaints, 41%), typically at around 82,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 fire. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 22owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2008 Saab 9-7X problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 9 | 41% | 82,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 6 | 27% | 71,123 | — | — |
| Engine | 4 | 18% | 71,123 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 2 | 9% | 75,500 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 9% | 96,623 | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 9% | 54,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 5% | 71,248 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 5% | 50,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 5% | 14,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 5% | 14,000 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 5% | 72,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2008 Saab 9-7X recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Exterior lighting:headlights
Problem: 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.
Risk: Headlamps that do not illuminate reduce the driver's ability to see the roadway and reduce the vehicle's visibility to oncoming vehicles, both of which increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the HDM, free of charge. The recall began on May 17, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Pontiac customer service at 1-800-762-2737. GM's number for this recall is 14291.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Loss of Headlights (RQ17002) — opened Apr 24, 2017, closed Mar 29, 2021.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
There is not a dealership that is able to fix the recall on my vehicle that is near me. Gm recall #: 15037 nhtsa # 15v519 date issued: jan 06, 2015 recall title: recall 15037 - headlamp driver module recall status: incomplete *tr
Dim head lights, i have to use the high beam light to see properly especially on highway or poorly lit areas.
There is a recall for certain 2008 97x models, recall number 15v519000. The headlights come on when driving, but then flicker and go out, causing a huge safety issue . This is happening to my car, but saab tells me my vin is not included. The recall should be extended to include all 2008 97x model…
Called 800 ^ the said they would call when part was available, 6 months later received second letter call local dealer in may of 2016 said they would call when part was in. Still haven't received a call.safty recall # 14291/15037.
"takata recall" purchased from eastchester chrysler jeep dodgr dealership in bronx, ny 10486 , on feb. 28, 2015, engine light illuminated on dashboard indicating a possible problem. I took it back approximately 7x to the dealer for repair and approximately 8 additional times at other mechanics…
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Saab 9-7X?
Owners most often report exterior lighting, electrical system, engine problems. The top one, exterior lighting, accounts for 9 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Saab 9-7X?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2008 Saab 9-7X a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 9-7X model years, the 2008 has fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.