1996 Saab 9000 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 9000 years
- More complaints than other years 1st of 4 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA about the 1996 Saab 9000. That is the most of any 9000 model year in the database (4 years). The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (4 complaints, 40%), typically at around 82,500 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 fire. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 10owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1996 Saab 9000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 40% | 82,500 | — | — |
| Power Train | 3 | 30% | 55,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 20% | 82,500 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 20% | 55,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 20% | — | — | — |
| Seats | 2 | 20% | 55,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 20% | 55,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 10% | — | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 10% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 10% | 55,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1996 Saab 9000 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 1996 Saab 9000.
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
- Audio system fires (SQ98006) — opened Apr 22, 1998, closed May 8, 1998.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Dt*: the contact stated while traveling various speeds, the vehicle stalled then the alarm activated. After disconnecting and reconnecting the battery, the vehicle restarted. The vehicle was not seen by a mechanic.
I have replaced three locking actuators (driver's door, left passenger's door, and the right rear passenger's door) since i have purchased my car in 1997. Of course all this happen after the warranty had expired. Presently, i have one door lock that can be opened with the key knobe and on the…
1996 saab 9000 aero rear-ended an izuzu rodeo. Damage to the rodeo was almost unnoticeable. Saab engine however erupted into flames and was a total loss. A factory certified technician less than 30 days prior to fire had serviced saab. Response from saab customer service - the issue did not concern…
The dealer replaced the transmission four times in the past two years. *ak the vehicle had to be driven manually and stayed in 4th gear. The mechanic found an internal transmission problem. The rear brake pads were worn, the transmission oil pump was worn out, the hazards did not work when the…
Faulty vehicle transmission in 1996 saab 9000.*mr the replaced transmission failed resulting in the consumer having to drive the vehicle manually. The dealer found that the problem was internal with the transmission shifts, it stayed in 4th gear. They had to replace it with a rebuilt transmission…
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1996 Saab 9000?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, power train, electrical system problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1996 Saab 9000?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 1996 Saab 9000 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 9000 model years, the 1996 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.