1999 Saab 952 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 20, 2004 · 8 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other 952 years
Not enough data 1st of 3 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 Saab 952. That is the most of any 952 model year in the database (3 years). The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (4 complaints, 50%), typically at around 64,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

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

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Most common 1999 Saab 952 problems

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

Engine and Engine Cooling4 · ~64,000 mi
Electrical System2
Power Train1
Visibility1 · ~105,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine and Engine Cooling450%64,000——
Electrical System225%———
Power Train113%———
Visibility113%105,000——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2002, with 3 complaints
1999: 1199912000: 1200012001: 1200112002: 3200232003: 1200312004: 120041

n = 8 complaints · Source: NHTSA

1999 Saab 952 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 1999 Saab 952.

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.

Recent owner reports

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

A plastic piece in the climate control system broke. When this occurred consumer could not control the temperature coming through the air vent, primarily on the driver's side. This made it difficult to defrost the windows, resulting in poor visibility. In addition, the fan motor failed to function…

Visibility · received Sep 20, 2004 · NHTSA complaint 10092771

While driving 65 mph the vehicle stalled. The consumer managed to pull over. The dealership said that the problem was due to the timing chain, but the problem has not been resolved. *nlm

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Sep 17, 2003 · NHTSA complaint 10040163

I have had to have multiple gaskets replaced (and associated engine parts) because they are prematurely wearing out. The vehicle smokes extensively and causes the smoke to enter the car when driving. It has been at the dealer for over three weeks total in the last 5 weeks to replace the gaskets…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Aug 21, 2002 · NHTSA complaint 765984

Ongoing problem with exhaust fumes getting into vehicle while driving. Dealer contacted. *ak dealer claims it is normal for turbo to exhibit exhaust fumes. Consumer states fumes are unbearable making consumer ill. *tt

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Jun 17, 2002 · NHTSA complaint 8011972

Ongoing problem with engine stalling from a stop position. Dealer contacted. Feel free to provide any further information.*ak

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Jun 17, 2002 · NHTSA complaint 8011973

Other Saab 952 years

← 1995 952 · 2001 952 →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2001 95230
199980
1995 95210

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1999 Saab 952?

Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, electrical system, power train problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 4 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 1999 Saab 952?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 1999 Saab 952 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 952 model years, the 1999 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.