Saab 9000 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 25 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Saab 9000, across 4 model years (1995–1998). The 1996 model year has the most complaints (10). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.
Saab 9000 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No 9000 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1996 9000: 10 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1995 9000: 8 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1997 9000: 6 complaints, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Saab 9000 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 3 | 1 |
| Power Train | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Child Seat | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Saab 9000 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 9000 | 1 | 1 | — | Suspension | |
| 1997 9000 | 6 | 1 | — | Vehicle Speed Control | |
| 1996 9000 | 10 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | More complaints than other years |
| 1995 9000 | 8 | 0 | — | Power Train |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Saab 9000 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1996 (10), 1995 (8), 1997 (6). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Saab 9000?
Engine and Engine Cooling, with 7 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Saab 9000 have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.