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SAAB 9-3 Air Bags Frontal

SAAB 9-3 1999 Air Bags Frontal Report #836031

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on .SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . CONSUMER HIT A TERRAIN ON PASSENGER'S SIDE, BUT PASSENGER'S SIDE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY WHICH COULD HAVE CAUSED INJURIES. *AK.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD58N8X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in NEWPORT BEACH, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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SAAB 9-3 Tires

SAAB 9-3 1999 Tires Report #544982

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on .SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with TIRES . CONSUMER BELIEVES THE ALLUMINUM HUBS ARE DEFECTIVE WHEN USED WITH A 15" TIRE AND ARE NOT ABLE TO WITHSTAND THE SHOCK FROM NORMAL ROAD HAZARDS CAUSING INTERMITTENT TIRE FAILURE..Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DE78N7X7. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in PALISADES, NJ. Vehicle was purchased on 19980821. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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SAAB 9-3 Suspension

SAAB 9-3 1999 Suspension Report #837225

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on .SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION . WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE GOES OVER GROVES IN THE ROAD. VEHICLE MOVES OVER TO THE RIGHT OR LEFT SIDE WHICH MAY CAUSE A CRASH. DEALER REPLACED THE TIRES, BUT PROBLEM IS STILL OCCURRING. *AK *YH.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DF58N9X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in STANWOOD, WA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990120. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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SAAB 9-3 Latches/locks/linkages Doors Latch

SAAB 9-3 1999 Latches/locks/linkages Doors Latch Report #842031

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on .SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH . DRIVER'S DOOR LATCH OR LOCK WILL NOT UNLOCK FROM THE INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE ,CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD35N4X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in WINNETKA, IL. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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SAAB 9-3 Air Bags Frontal

SAAB 9-3 1999 Air Bags Frontal Report #842666

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 16, 1999.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . WHEN VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONT PASSENGER SIDE CRASH, THERE WAS NO DEPLOYMENT OF PASSENGER'S SIDE AIR BAG . DOOR AND GLOVE COMPARTMENT CANNOT BE OPENED. THE IMPACT BLEW OUT THE GLASS ON THE SIDE DOOR AND CRACKED THE WINDSHELD. DAMAGES TOTALLED $8,000 - $10,000. THE VEHICLE IS BEING REPAIRED. *AK *ML.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD55N7X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in SILVER SPRING, MD. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990128. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph.
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SAAB 9-3 1999 Air Bags Frontal Report #842666

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 16, 1999.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . WHEN VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONT PASSENGER SIDE CRASH, THERE WAS NO DEPLOYMENT OF PASSENGER'S SIDE AIR BAG . DOOR AND GLOVE COMPARTMENT CANNOT BE OPENED. THE IMPACT BLEW OUT THE GLASS ON THE SIDE DOOR AND CRACKED THE WINDSHELD. DAMAGES TOTALLED $8,000 - $10,000. THE VEHICLE IS BEING REPAIRED. *AK *ML.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD55N7X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in SILVER SPRING, MD. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990128. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph.
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SAAB 9-3 Air Bags Side/window

SAAB 9-3 1999 Air Bags Side/window Report #842666

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 16, 1999.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW . WHEN VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONT PASSENGER SIDE CRASH, THERE WAS NO DEPLOYMENT OF PASSENGER'S SIDE AIR BAG . DOOR AND GLOVE COMPARTMENT CANNOT BE OPENED. THE IMPACT BLEW OUT THE GLASS ON THE SIDE DOOR AND CRACKED THE WINDSHELD. DAMAGES TOTALLED $8,000 - $10,000. THE VEHICLE IS BEING REPAIRED. *AK *ML.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD55N7X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in SILVER SPRING, MD. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990128. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph.
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SAAB 9-3 Power Train

SAAB 9-3 1999 Power Train Report #547473

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on .SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN . TRANSMISSION FAILED. YH.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD35N6X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in HAYMARKET, VA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990226. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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SAAB 9-3 Electrical System Ignition

SAAB 9-3 1999 Electrical System Ignition Report #547473

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on .SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION . IGNITION LOCKED. YH.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD35N6X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in HAYMARKET, VA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990226. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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SAAB 9-3 Suspension

SAAB 9-3 1999 Suspension Report #850070

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on .SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION . DEPENDING ON ROAD CONDITIONS VEHICLE INTERMITTENTLY PULLS TO THE LEFT OR THE RIGHT WHILE DRIVING. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK.Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in TAYLORSVILLE, NC. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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SAAB 9-3 Vehicle Speed Control

SAAB 9-3 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #853492

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on .SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . CRUISE CONTROL WAS SET AT 68 MPH. WHEN DRIVER APPLIED BRAKES SEVERAL TIMES CRUISE WOULD NOT DISENGAGE, CAUSING A REAREND ACCIDENT. VEHICLE WAS A TOTAL LOSS. *AK.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD75N2X7. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in NO KINGSTOWN, RI. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.
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SAAB 9-3 Wheels Rim

SAAB 9-3 1999 Wheels Rim Report #853458

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Sept 25, 1999.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with WHEELS:RIM . ALOT OF PLAY IN THE WHEEL CAUSING VEHICLE TO DRIFT FROM LEFT / RIGHT WHEN DRIVING AT 55 MPH . ALSO, THE RIMS SEEM TO BE WEAK. CONTACTED DEALER / MANUFACTURER, THEY ARE NOT ABLE TO HELP. *AK *YC.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DF58N4X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in DIX HILLS, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19930212. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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SAAB 9-3 Suspension

SAAB 9-3 1999 Suspension Report #853458

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Sept 25, 1999.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION . ALOT OF PLAY IN THE WHEEL CAUSING VEHICLE TO DRIFT FROM LEFT / RIGHT WHEN DRIVING AT 55 MPH . ALSO, THE RIMS SEEM TO BE WEAK. CONTACTED DEALER / MANUFACTURER, THEY ARE NOT ABLE TO HELP. *AK *YC.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DF58N4X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in DIX HILLS, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19930212. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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SAAB 9-3 Seats

SAAB 9-3 1999 Seats Report #550470

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 30, 1999.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with SEATS . CONSUMER IS NOT ABLE TO RECEIVE RECALL REPAIR (99V-246) DEALERSHIPS DO NOT HAVE PARTS OR KNOWLEDGE OF RECALL. *MJS .Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in PORTLAND, MA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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SAAB 9-3 Tires

SAAB 9-3 1999 Tires Report #551011

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on .SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with TIRES . DRIVER EXPERIENCED FLAT TIRE CAUSED BY BUBBLE, THE VEHICLE ONLY HAD 4500 MILES ON IT TOO WEAK. YH .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DF58N9X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in NEW YORK, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990701. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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SAAB 9-3 Suspension Front Shock Absorber

SAAB 9-3 1999 Suspension Front Shock Absorber Report #551011

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 01, 1999.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER . RIGHT FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER FAILED. YH .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DF58N9X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in NEW YORK, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990701. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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SAAB 9-3 1999 Suspension Report #551011

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on .SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION . SUSPENSION FAILED CAUSING STEERING TO JERK FROM VEHICLE NOT BEING STABLE. YH .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DF58N9X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in NEW YORK, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990701. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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SAAB 9-3 Steering Hydraulic Power Assist System

SAAB 9-3 1999 Steering Hydraulic Power Assist System Report #720693

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Mar 25, 2000.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM . ON TWO OCCASSIONS, IT WAS NECESSARY TO BRING THE SAAB TO A QUICK STOP ON THE FREEWAY. ON 3/25/00, I NEEDED TO MAKE AN EMERGENCY STOP, GOING 65 MPH AND THE CAR SEEMED TO ALMOST SLIDE, NOT GRIPPING THE ROAD. I HAVE BEEN DRIVING FOR 25 YEARS, AND HAD TO MAKE EMERGENCY STOPS IN THE PAST, AND HAVE NEVER HAD THIS EXPERIENCE. I BELIEVE THE SAAB 9-3'S SHOULD BE CHECKED FOR ABILITY TO STOP IN AN EMERGENCY. ALSO, MY AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY IN THE ACCIDENT. *AK.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD78N1X7. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was purchased on 19990501. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph.
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SAAB 9-3 Air Bags Frontal

SAAB 9-3 1999 Air Bags Frontal Report #720693

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Mar 25, 2000.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . ON TWO OCCASSIONS, IT WAS NECESSARY TO BRING THE SAAB TO A QUICK STOP ON THE FREEWAY. ON 3/25/00, I NEEDED TO MAKE AN EMERGENCY STOP, GOING 65 MPH AND THE CAR SEEMED TO ALMOST SLIDE, NOT GRIPPING THE ROAD. I HAVE BEEN DRIVING FOR 25 YEARS, AND HAD TO MAKE EMERGENCY STOPS IN THE PAST, AND HAVE NEVER HAD THIS EXPERIENCE. I BELIEVE THE SAAB 9-3'S SHOULD BE CHECKED FOR ABILITY TO STOP IN AN EMERGENCY. ALSO, MY AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY IN THE ACCIDENT. *AK.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD78N1X7. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was purchased on 19990501. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph.
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SAAB 9-3 Wheels Rim

SAAB 9-3 1999 Wheels Rim Report #872107

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on .SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with WHEELS:RIM . WHEEL RIMS HAVE BENT IN THE INSIDE FOR UNKNOWN REASONS WHICH COULD CAUSE FAILURE OF TIRE. CAUSE IS UNKNOWN. CONSUMER WAS TOLD BY DEAELR THAT IT IS A VERY COMMON PROBLEM.*AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD55N4X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in PALATINE, IL. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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SAAB 9-3 Seats

SAAB 9-3 1999 Seats Report #734609

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Sept 01, 1999.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with SEATS . THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT SKIRT HAS BROKEN 3 TIMES. THE SECOND 2 WERE REPLACEMENTS PROVIDED UNDER WARRANTEE. THERE MUST BE A DESIGN FLAW IN THIS COMPONENT.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DF58NXX2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in GAITHERSBURG, MD. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19980801. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS.
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SAAB 9-3 Steering

SAAB 9-3 1999 Steering Report #896878

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 31, 2001.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with STEERING . WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH STEERING WENT COMPLETELY OUT, AND CUSTOMER LOST CONTROL. BUT, WAS ABLE TO GET IT OFF ROAD. CONTACT DEALER, AND WAS TOLD THIS WAS A COMMON PROBLEM.*AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD38N5X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in BOCA RATON, FL. Vehicle was purchased on 19991001. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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SAAB 9-3 Equipment Other Owners/service/other Manual

SAAB 9-3 1999 Equipment Other Owners/service/other Manual Report #8007790

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on .SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL . TURNED SWITCH TO ON POSITION, VEHICLE STARTED UP AND BACKED INTO A GARAGE. THE OWNER'S MANUAL STATES WHEN STARTING ENGINE, THE CLUTCH PEDAL HAS TO BE FULLY DEPRESSED. TOOK TO DEALER AND DEALER STATED CLUTCH DOES NOT HAVE TO BE DEPRESSED TO START VEHICLE. NLM *JB.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD55N1X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in THOMPSON, CT. Vehicle was purchased on 20011101. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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SAAB 9-3 Wheels Rim

SAAB 9-3 1999 Wheels Rim Report #785473

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Mar 11, 2000.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with WHEELS:RIM . THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED TWO FLAT TIRES ON THE PASSENGER SIDE WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO PULL TO THE RIGHT, THE CONSUMER BELIEVES THE TIRES AND RIMS WERE DEFECTIVE (MICHELIN PILOT 225/50R16). NLM .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DF58N5X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in CAMBRIDGE, MA. Vehicle was purchased on 20000311. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph.
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SAAB 9-3 Tires

SAAB 9-3 1999 Tires Report #785473

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Mar 11, 2000.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with TIRES . THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED TWO FLAT TIRES ON THE PASSENGER SIDE WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO PULL TO THE RIGHT, THE CONSUMER BELIEVES THE TIRES AND RIMS WERE DEFECTIVE (MICHELIN PILOT 225/50R16). NLM .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DF58N5X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in CAMBRIDGE, MA. Vehicle was purchased on 20000311. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph.
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SAAB 9-3 Visibility Defroster/defogger System Windshield Controls/wiring

SAAB 9-3 1999 Visibility Defroster/defogger System Windshield Controls/wiring Report #10008127

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Dec 01, 2002.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:CONTROLS/WIRING . 99 SAAB 93 - AT 60K MILES..NEEDED TO DEFROST THE WINDSHIELD...TURN THE VENTILATOR CONTROL AND IT SNAPPED OFF...SAAB TELLING ME THEY ISSUED DEALERS A BULLETIN ON THIS..REPAIR COST ESTIMATED BETWEEN $600 AND UP TO $2000.00 US DOLLARS...WILL ONLY WARRANTY THE REPAIR FOR 1 YEAR INFERRING THAT AT 120K MILES THIS MIGHT HAPPEN AGAIN...PERSONALLY FEEL THE ASSEMBLY IS DEFECTIVELY ENGINEERED . VERY CONCERNED ABOUT THAT THE COST TO REPAIR CAN APPROACH 1/5 THE CAR'S BLUE BOOK VALUE...VERY CONCERNED THAT THIS WILL OCCUR AGAIN AFTER BEING REPAIRED AND PUT MY SAFETLY IN JEAPORDY. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 60000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD55N7X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in CARLISLE, MA. Vehicle was purchased on 20020222. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph.
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SAAB 9-3 Suspension Front

SAAB 9-3 1999 Suspension Front Report #10016750

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Apr 17, 2003.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT . CRADLE BOLT HEAD (SAAB PART NUMBER 43-45-674) WAS FOUND UNDER LEFT SIDE OF CAR. IT APPEARED TO HAVE BEEN FRACTURED. CAUSE UNKNOWN, BUT DEALER STATED IT WAS DUE TO POT HOLE. IT COULD HAVE ALSO BEEN OVER TOQURED AT INSTALLATION/SERVICE, OR DEFETIVE BOLT. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 48143 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD55N8X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in RUSH, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990404. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: DORSCHEL AUTOMOTIVE GROUP . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 585 334 9440 . DEALER'S CITY: ROCHESTER . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NY. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 14623 .
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SAAB 9-3 Equipment Electrical Air Conditioner

SAAB 9-3 1999 Equipment Electrical Air Conditioner Report #10018437

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Mar 27, 1999.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:AIR CONDITIONER . WHEN DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY IF TRAFFIC COMES TO A SUDDEN STOP, BRAKING IS HORRIBLE. THE CAR DOES NOT GRIP THE ROAD IT SLIDES. WHEN PUTTING CAR INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE, CAR HESITATES FOR ABOUT 30 SECONDS THEN JERKS INTO ACTION. THE AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM STOPPED WORKING. THE CAR IS LITERALLY FALLING APART PIECE BY PIECE. *NLM.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 62000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DF58N0X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in WASHINGTON, DC. Vehicle was purchased on 20000323. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph. DEALER'S NAME: CAN'T RECALL .
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SAAB 9-3 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

SAAB 9-3 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Report #10018437

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Mar 27, 1999.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC . WHEN DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY IF TRAFFIC COMES TO A SUDDEN STOP, BRAKING IS HORRIBLE. THE CAR DOES NOT GRIP THE ROAD IT SLIDES. WHEN PUTTING CAR INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE, CAR HESITATES FOR ABOUT 30 SECONDS THEN JERKS INTO ACTION. THE AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM STOPPED WORKING. THE CAR IS LITERALLY FALLING APART PIECE BY PIECE. *NLM.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 62000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DF58N0X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in WASHINGTON, DC. Vehicle was purchased on 20000323. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph. DEALER'S NAME: CAN'T RECALL .
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SAAB 9-3 Power Train Automatic Transmission

SAAB 9-3 1999 Power Train Automatic Transmission Report #10018437

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Mar 27, 1999.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . WHEN DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY IF TRAFFIC COMES TO A SUDDEN STOP, BRAKING IS HORRIBLE. THE CAR DOES NOT GRIP THE ROAD IT SLIDES. WHEN PUTTING CAR INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE, CAR HESITATES FOR ABOUT 30 SECONDS THEN JERKS INTO ACTION. THE AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM STOPPED WORKING. THE CAR IS LITERALLY FALLING APART PIECE BY PIECE. *NLM.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 62000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DF58N0X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in WASHINGTON, DC. Vehicle was purchased on 20000323. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph. DEALER'S NAME: CAN'T RECALL .
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SAAB 9-3 Visibility Defroster/defogger System Windshield Controls/wiring

SAAB 9-3 1999 Visibility Defroster/defogger System Windshield Controls/wiring Report #10006384

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Jan 20, 2001.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:CONTROLS/WIRING . WHEN TURNING THE DIAL WHICH CONTROLS THE DIRECTION OF VENTILATION OUTPUT (WINDSHIELD/DASH VENTS/FLOOR VENTS), THE ASSEMBLY INSIDE THE DASHBOARD BREAKS, NOT ALLOWING YOU TO CONTROL VENTILATION OUTPUT. THIS KEEPS THE DRIVER FROM BEING ABLE TO CLEAR THE WINDSHIELD AND SIDE WINDOWS OF FOG. THIS IS THE THIRD TIME IT HAS BROKEN, AND THE DEALERSHIP CLAIMS THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM. *JB ***DIMSII IVOQ ENTRY POSTED AFTER 12/12/02 CUT-OVER TO ARTEMIS***739722.Mileage was 14900 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD58N2X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in FAIRFIELD, OH. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.
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SAAB 9-3 1999 Visibility Defroster/defogger System Windshield Controls/wiring Report #10030295

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 26, 2003.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:CONTROLS/WIRING . THE CONTROL KNOB FOR THE DEFROSTER/AIR DIRECTION HAS BROKEN 7 TIMES. THE SAAB DEALER, SAAB NASHUA NORTH SAID IT IS A KNOWN PROBLEM FOR THAT YEAR AND MODEL. SAAB HAS REFUSED TO COVER THE REPAIR NOW THAT THE WARRENTY HAS RUN OUT.*AK.Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in WATERVILLE, ME. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19980920. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: FOREST CITY SAAB . DEALER'S CITY: PORTLAND . DEALER'S STATE CODE: ME. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 04101 .
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SAAB 9-3 Engine And Engine Cooling

SAAB 9-3 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Report #10040562

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Sept 16, 2003.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . THE CONSUMER HAD JUST FILLED THE GAS TANK WITH FUEL AND WAS DRIVING AWAY WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED FOR NO REASON. THE CONSUMER MANAGED TO RESTART THE VEHICLE AND DROVE TO THE DEALERSHIP. THE MECHANIC COULD NOT LOCATE THE CAUSE OF THE STALLING PROBLEM. *NLM.Mileage was 8600 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):PLEASE PROV. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in FAIRBORN, OH. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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SAAB 9-3 Visibility Defroster/defogger System

SAAB 9-3 1999 Visibility Defroster/defogger System Report #10043249

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 03, 2003.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM . I WANTED TO ALERT YOU TO A POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS SITUATION IN THE '99 SAAB 9-3. THEY HAVE A CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM PROBLEM THAT CAN CAUSE THE VENTILATION SYSTEM CONTROLS TO BECOME SO STIFF THAT IT CAUSES THE KNOB TO SNAP OFF RENDERING THE SYSTEM USELESS. SAAB IS FULLY AWARE OF THIS PROBLEM AND REQUIRES THE CONSUMER TO PAY FOR THE REPAIRS THAT IN THEIR TERMS "MAY" SOLVE THE PROBLEM FOR A SHORT TIME. THESE INCLUDE REPLACING THE KNOB ($10.00), THE SHAFT ($200.00), AND THE VENTILATION CONTROL BOX ($600.00). IT APPEARS THAT SAAB CONSIDERS THE ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROLS TO BE A LUXURY NOT A NECESSARY SAFETY SYSTEM. I THINK THAT YOUR AGENCY WOULD DISAGREE WITH SAAB ASSESSMENT AND SHOULD REQUIRE A MORE PROACTIVE CORRECTIVE PLAN FROM THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURER. *LA.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 35000 miles. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in SEYMOUR, CT. Vehicle was purchased on 19990108. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: REINERTSEN . DEALER'S CITY: DENVILLE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NJ.
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SAAB 9-3 Engine And Engine Cooling

SAAB 9-3 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Report #10043249

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 03, 2003.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . I WANTED TO ALERT YOU TO A POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS SITUATION IN THE '99 SAAB 9-3. THEY HAVE A CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM PROBLEM THAT CAN CAUSE THE VENTILATION SYSTEM CONTROLS TO BECOME SO STIFF THAT IT CAUSES THE KNOB TO SNAP OFF RENDERING THE SYSTEM USELESS. SAAB IS FULLY AWARE OF THIS PROBLEM AND REQUIRES THE CONSUMER TO PAY FOR THE REPAIRS THAT IN THEIR TERMS "MAY" SOLVE THE PROBLEM FOR A SHORT TIME. THESE INCLUDE REPLACING THE KNOB ($10.00), THE SHAFT ($200.00), AND THE VENTILATION CONTROL BOX ($600.00). IT APPEARS THAT SAAB CONSIDERS THE ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROLS TO BE A LUXURY NOT A NECESSARY SAFETY SYSTEM. I THINK THAT YOUR AGENCY WOULD DISAGREE WITH SAAB ASSESSMENT AND SHOULD REQUIRE A MORE PROACTIVE CORRECTIVE PLAN FROM THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURER. *LA.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 35000 miles. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in SEYMOUR, CT. Vehicle was purchased on 19990108. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: REINERTSEN . DEALER'S CITY: DENVILLE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NJ.
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SAAB 9-3 Air Bags

SAAB 9-3 1999 Air Bags Report #10060024

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 28, 2004.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS . THE AIR BAG ALARM IS "ON" IN THE CAR, FOR NO APPARENT REASON. THIS IS THE THIRD TIME IT WILL BE IN THE SHOP FOR REPAIR OF THIS DEFECT WITHIN THE LAST 15 MONTHS! APPARENTLY, THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE DRIVER'S SEAT?? *JB SINCE THERE IS NO WAY TO DETERMINE IF THE AIRBAGS WILL WORK WHILE THE LIGHT IS "ON", AND SINCE THIS IS A RECURRING PROBLEM WITH A SAFETY FEATURE, IT COULD BE A SERIOUS PROBLEM. AFTER ALL, THE CAR IS STILL DRIVABLE WHILE THE LIGHT IS ON. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 48000 miles. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in DURHAM, CT. Vehicle was purchased on 20031015. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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SAAB 9-3 Engine And Engine Cooling

SAAB 9-3 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Report #10070043

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Dec 15, 2002.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . HEATER BOX FROZE UP UPONE TURNING THE CONTROL DIAL TO DEFROST WINDSHIELD...INTERNET DISCUSSION BOARDS SAY SAAB KNOWS OF THIS PROBLEM. VERY EXPENSIVE REPAIR TO FIX PROPERLY AND PERMANENTLY...PROBABLY TAKING THIS TO SMALL CLAIMS BASED UPON WHAT I'VE READ....Mileage was 60000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD55N7X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in CARLISLE, MA. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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SAAB 9-3 Air Bags

SAAB 9-3 1999 Air Bags Report #10081902

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 01, 2004.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS . PROBLEMS WITH AIR BAG SYSTEM IN 1999 SAAB.*MR THE AIR BAG LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE AUTOMOTIVE GROUP TRIED FOUR TIMES TO FIX THE PROBLEM. THE FIRST THREE TIMES THEY DID NOT REPAIR ANYTHING, THEY JUST TURNED OFF THE AIR BAG LIGHT AND THE LAST TIME THEY REPLACED A PART, HOWEVER THEY PROBLEM CONTINUED. *JB.Mileage was 44242 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DF58N0X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in NEWPORT, NC. Vehicle was purchased on 19991101. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: DAVID ONEAL AUTOMOTIVE GROUP . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 919-872-5500 . DEALER'S CITY: RALEIGH . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NC. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 27619 .
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SAAB 9-3 Fuel System, Gasoline Delivery Fuel Pump

SAAB 9-3 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline Delivery Fuel Pump Report #10089724

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 01, 2004.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP . VEHICLE SUDDENLY LOSES POWER WHEN THE FUSE TO THE FUEL PUMP BLOWS. *MR THE MECHANICS SUGGESTED THAT NOTHING WAS WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE. THEY DID NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG WITH THE ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESS. *SC *JB.Mileage was 68000 miles. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in WASHINGTON TWP, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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SAAB 9-3 Electrical System Fuses And Circuit Breakers

SAAB 9-3 1999 Electrical System Fuses And Circuit Breakers Report #10089724

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 01, 2004.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS . VEHICLE SUDDENLY LOSES POWER WHEN THE FUSE TO THE FUEL PUMP BLOWS. *MR THE MECHANICS SUGGESTED THAT NOTHING WAS WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE. THEY DID NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG WITH THE ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESS. *SC *JB.Mileage was 68000 miles. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in WASHINGTON TWP, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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SAAB 9-3 1999 Electrical System Report #10094307

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Sept 24, 2004.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE STALLED. CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO RESTART VEHICLE, AND HAD IT TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. MECHANIC INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PLACED ON A DIAGNOSTIC MACHINE, AND THE COMPUTER RECORDED A CODE REFERRING TO THE COMPUTER SYSTEM. *AK .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3FB49S331. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in MIAMI, FL. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph.
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SAAB 9-3 Air Bags Frontal

SAAB 9-3 1999 Air Bags Frontal Report #10108266

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Jan 30, 2005.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG DEPLOYED WHILE CAR WAS PARKED IN HOME DRIVEWAY. DRIVER SHUT HIS DOOR NORMALLY AND AIRBAG DEPLOYED, HITTING PASSENGER WHO WAS STILL GETTING ADJUSTED IN HER SEAT.*AK.1 person(s) were injured. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD58N3X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in SWARTHMORE, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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SAAB 9-3 Electrical System Wiring Interior/under Dash

SAAB 9-3 1999 Electrical System Wiring Interior/under Dash Report #10121185

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on May 16, 2005.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH . DASH INFORMATION DISPLAY PIXELS BURN OUT/DISAPPEAR. WHILE ANNOYING FOR TIME AND RADIO DISPLAY, THIS COULD BE A SAFETY ISSUE AS THIS DISPLAY REPORTS TEMPERATURE OUTSIDE (IN ICY CONDITIONS) AND MECHANICAL/FUNCTIONAL PROBLEMS WITH THE CAR. IF THE DISPLAY IS ILLEGIBLE A DRIVER COULD MISINTERPRET A PROBLEM..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 40000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD35N8X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in OAK RIDGE, NJ. Vehicle was purchased on 20021115. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph.
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SAAB 9-3 Electrical System Ignition Module

SAAB 9-3 1999 Electrical System Ignition Module Report #10131562

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Sept 04, 2003.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE . WHILE TRAVELING DOWN I-70, THE DIRECT IGNITION CASSETTE FAILED ON MY 1999 SAAB 9-3. THE ENGINE STOPPED IMMEDIATELY WHICH AFFECTED THE POWER STEERING AND BRAKES. FORTUNATELY I WAS ABLE TO COAST OFF THE HIGHWAY AND ONTO A SIDE STREET. THE NEXT DAY I WENT TO THE SAAB PARTS DEALER, BOUGHT ANOTHER FOR AROUND $375, AND WAS TOLD THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM. MY CAR ONLY HAD 60,000 MILES ON IT AT THE TIME. ONCE THE DIRECT IGNITION CASSETTE WAS REPLACED, THE PROBLEM WAS SOLVED. *NM.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 63000 miles. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in MORRISON, CO. Vehicle was purchased on 20010415. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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SAAB 9-3 1999 Electrical System Ignition Module Report #10132048

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 08, 2005.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE . IN THE COUPLE OF MONTHS PREVIOUS TO THIS INCIDENT, MY VEHICLE'S CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAS COME ON THREE TIMES, STAYED ON FOR A DAY OR TWO, AND THEN SHUT OFF. EACH TIME THE LIGHT CAME ON (FIRST IT BLINKS, THEN REMAINS STEADY UNTIL TURNING ITSELF OFF) I EXPERIENCED WHAT I THOUGHT WAS SOME KIND OF IGNITION FAILURE. ON THE MORNING OF THE INCIDENT, I WAS TRAVELING IN THE PASSING LANE HEADING NORTH/EAST ON ROUTE 365 FROM VERONA TO ROME, NY WHEN I EXPERIENCED A COMPLETE IGNITION FAILURE. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON (FIRST BLINKING, THEN STEADY) AND I HAD COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER. I MOVED THE VEHICLE TO THE RIGHT LANE PREPARING TO COAST TO A STOP ON THE SHOULDER, BUT THE VEHICLE REGAINED POWER AFTER ABOUT 15 SECONDS AND I CONTINUED ON. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED UNTIL IT SHUT ITSELF OFF LATER IN THE DAY AS I WAS RETURNING HOME (A TWO AND ONE HALF HOUR TRIP). I PLAN TO TAKE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER WHERE I PURCHASED IT TO HAVE THE PROBLEM DIAGNOSED.*JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 79660 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD38N1X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in ELMIRA, NY. Vehicle was purchased on 20030415. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. DEALER'S NAME: VAN BRUNT MOTORS . DEALER'S CITY: HORSEHEADS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NY. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 14845 .
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SAAB 9-3 1999 Electrical System Ignition Module Report #10136658

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 15, 2005.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE . DIRECT IGNITION CASSETTE (AKA DIRECT IGNITION MODULE, IDM, DI, DIC) HAS DIED ON MY 1999 9-3 2 TIMES. I HAVE OWNED THE CAR SINCE NEW, IT NOW HAS 66,000 MILES. WHEN THE DI CASSETTE DIES THE ENGINE IMMEDIATELY SHUTS DOWN WHICH CAN RESULT IN A DANGEROUS SITUATION IF ONE IS DRIVING IN TRAFFIC. MY DI CASSETTE FIRST DIED AT 50,000 MILES. THE CAR SIMPLY WOULD NOT START, NO PRIOR WARNINGS. A BRAND NEW DI CASSETTE FROM SAAB WAS PUT IN. THE 2ND DI CASSETTE DIED AT 63,000 MILES, WHILE I WAS DRIVING. THERE WAS NO PRIOR WARNING AGAIN. THE CAR SHUT DOWN AS I WAS DRIVING, AND I LOST POWER STEERING. I WAS ABLE TO PULL OFF TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD SINCE I WAS GOING SLOW. DI CASSETTE WAS REPLACED AGAIN, SO I AM CURRENTLY ON DI CASSETTE #3. THE PART IS UNCHANGED, SO I FEAR IT COULD DIE AGAIN AT ANY MOMENT. I'VE HAD TO PAY OUT OF POCKET FOR ALL OF THE DI CASSETTES. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 50000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD58N6X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in DIX HILLS, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990821. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.
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SAAB 9-3 1999 Electrical System Ignition Module Report #10142266

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 29, 2005.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE . DT: THE CONTACT STATED VEHICLE STALLED WHILE IN A PARKING LOT. HE TRIED TO RESTART IT TEN MINUTES LATER BUT IT WOULD NOT START. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP, AND THEY REPLACED THE DIRECT IGNITION CASSETTE. THERE WAS A RECALL FOR LATER MODEL VEHICLES AND THE PART WAS THE SAME UNIT THAT WAS IN THIS VEHICLE. *AK UPDATED 11/29/05. *JB UPDATED 11/29/2005. *NM.Mileage was 123000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD35NXX2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in WATERFORD, CT. Vehicle was purchased on 20030401. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: TITAN AUTOMOTIVE . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 860-669-0339 . DEALER'S CITY: CLINTON . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CT. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 06413 .
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SAAB 9-3 Electrical System Ignition Switch

SAAB 9-3 1999 Electrical System Ignition Switch Report #10143313

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 18, 2005.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH . DT: THE CONTACT STATED VEHICLE STALLED, AND HAD TO BE TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP. THE IGNITION CASSETTE WAS REPLACED. THE VEHICLE IS WORKING PROPERLY AT THIS TIME. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DF78N0X7. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in FAIRFAX, VA. Vehicle was purchased on 19981115. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: EURO MOTOR CARS . DEALER'S CITY: BETHESDA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MD.
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SAAB 9-3 1999 Electrical System Report #10144131

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Jan 22, 2005.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . DIC (DIRECT IGNITION CASSETTE) FAILURE, ALSO KNOWN AS THE IDM CASSETTE OR IGNITION COIL. I HAVE READ SEVERAL OTHER COMPLAINTS OF THE IGNITION CASSETTE FAILING AND THIS IS A MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE. IT IS AN EXPENSIVE REPAIR, AS WELL. APPEARS THAT THERE IS A PENDING RECALL ON THE 2000-2002 MODELS AND I WOULD LIKE TO SEE THE RECALL EXTEND TO THE 1999 MODELS; SAME MODULE. I WOULD NOT HAVE BEEN AWARE OF THE PENDING RECALL ON THE 2000-2002 MODELS EXCEPT THAT I HAVE A FRIEND WHO RECEIVED A LETTER AND I DECIDED TO INVESTIGATE. PLEASE ADVISE WHY THE DEFECT INVESTIGATION PE05017 WAS CLOSED PENDING GM'S ACTIONS ON THE 2000-2002 MODELS. THE 1999 MODEL AND ANY OTHER AFFECTED MODELS SHOULD BE COVERED BY ANY RECALL, AS WELL. I'M SURE MANY PEOPLE ARE NOT AWARE OF ABILITY TO REPORT ISSUE AND REALIZE THAT IT IS A MAJOR DEFECT. PLEASE ADVISE. *NM.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD35N6X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in BROOKLINE, MA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19991013. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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SAAB 9-3 1999 Electrical System Ignition Report #10148548

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 01, 2005.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION . NOTE: THIS IS THE EXACT PART AND SYMPTOM DESCRIBED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER : 05V399000 FOR 2000-2003 YEARS. 1) I WAS DRIVING UP A HILL, AND THE CAR STOPPED DRIVING. 2) ONCE IT CAME TO A STOP, I COULD NOT RESTART THE CAR. ) THE IGNITION WAS REPLACED, AND THE SERVICE CENTER CONFIRMED THAT IT WAS THE SAME PART THAT IS COVERED IN THE 2000-2003 RECALL. *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 102000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD55N2X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in HOOVER, AL. Vehicle was purchased on 20041101. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph.
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SAAB 9-3 Air Bags Frontal

SAAB 9-3 1999 Air Bags Frontal Report #10148943

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Jan 26, 2006.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . ON THURSDAY JAN 26 2006 AT APROX 12 PM I PARKED PUT CAR IN A PARKING LOT AND WENT INTO THE BANK IN CANTON, GEORGA. ON RETURNING I GOT INTO CAR, PUT THE KEY INTO THE IGNITION ,AND AS I TURNED THE KEY TO START THE CAR THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED, DESTROYING THE DASHBOARD/DAMAGING THE WINDSHIELD AND BLOWING OUT THE RADIO AND VARIOUS CONTROL KNOBS.*AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 122400 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD35N7X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in SIMPSONVILLE, SC. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was purchased on 20030925. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: HARBORSIDE MOTORS . DEALER'S CITY: TAMPA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: FL.
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SAAB 9-3 Electrical System Ignition Module

SAAB 9-3 1999 Electrical System Ignition Module Report #10150890

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 19, 2006.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE . DIRECT IGNITION CASSETTE (IGNITION DISCHARGE MODULE) FAILED. ENGINE WOULD NOT START AFTER BEING TURNED OFF. CAR WAS TOWED, EVALUATED, AND THE IGNITION DISCHARGE MODULE WAS REPLACED. THE IGNITION DISCHARGE MODULE THAT FAILED WAS IDENTICAL TO THE IDM THAT IS CURRENTLY UNDER RECALL FOR 2000-2002 MODEL YEARS. I AM REQUESTING THAT THE RECALL BE EXTENDED TO INCLUDE THE 1999 MODEL YEAR. I HAVE RETAINED THE FAILED PART. *NM.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 72550 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DF58N2X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in HOPEDALE, MA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19981101. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: GOODMAN SAAB . DEALER'S CITY: ANN ARBOR . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MI.
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SAAB 9-3 1999 Electrical System Ignition Module Report #10153895

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Mar 28, 2006.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE . I BELIEVE MY 1999 SAAB 9-3 SHOULD HAVE BEEN INCLUDED IN RECENT SAAB IGNITION MODULE RECALLS, MY IGNITION MODULE IS NO DIFFERENT THAN THE 2000 MODELS, THE RECENT FAILURE OF THIS PART INVOLVES SAFETY FACTORS SAME AS THE 2000 MODELS, REPLACEMENT COST IS OVER 400.00 AND SHOULD BE REIMBURSED. *JB.Mileage was 15145 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD58N7X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in SANTA MARGARITA, CA. Vehicle was purchased on 20050212. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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SAAB 9-3 1999 Electrical System Ignition Module Report #10158169

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Apr 14, 2006.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE . 1999 SAAB 9-3 IGNITION CASSETTE FAILURE. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 60749 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD35N9X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in SAN RAMON, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990206. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: DIRITO BROTHERS SAAB . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 925-934-8224 . DEALER'S CITY: WALNUT CREEK . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 94596 .
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SAAB 9-3 1999 Electrical System Ignition Module Report #10164493

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 05, 2006.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE . THE DIRECT IGNITION FAILED ON MY 1999 SAAB 93. IT IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE RECALL. THE "SERVICE ENGINE SOON" LIGHT CAME ON WHICH ALERTED US TO THE PROBLEM. MY AUTHORIZED SAAB MECHANIC INFORMED ME THAT IT WAS THE WISEST COURSE TO REPLACE THIS FAULTY PART BEFORE IT FAILED COMPLETELY. THE COST TO DO SO $500 OUT OF MY OWN POCKET TO REPLACE THIS INHERENTLY FAULTY PART. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 64830 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD58N3X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in ALBANY, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20000918. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: NEW SALEM SAAB . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 518-665-0200 . DEALER'S CITY: CLIFTON PARK . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NY. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 12065 .
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SAAB 9-3 1999 Electrical System Ignition Module Report #10165984

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 18, 2006.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE . DIRECT IGNITION CASSETTE FAILED ON MY 1999 SAAB 9-3. A RECALL HAS BEEN ISSUED FOR 2000-2002 SAAB 9-3 AND I FEEL THIS RECALL SHOULD INCLUDE THE '99 MODEL AS WELL BECAUSE THIS PART HAS A LESS THAN REASONABLE LIFE. *JB.Mileage was 95700 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD55N6X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in SAN DIEGO, CA. Vehicle was purchased on 20000413. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. DEALER'S NAME: CROSSWAY SAAB . DEALER'S CITY: MONTPELIER . DEALER'S STATE CODE: VT. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 05602 .
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SAAB 9-3 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine

SAAB 9-3 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Report #10168364

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 27, 2006.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE STALLED WHILE DRIVING 45-50 MPH ON A SNOW COVERED HIGHWAY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DETERMINED THE RECOGNITION CASSETTE MODULE FAILED. THE DEALERSHIP WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THERE WERE NO PRIOR PROBLEMS WITH THE VEHICLE. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AT THE TIME OF THE INCIDENT. UPDATED 11/3/2006 - ON 11/24/05 THE VEHICLE'S DIRECT IGNITION CASSETTE FAILED WITHOUT WARNING WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO STALL WHILE BEING DRIVEN IN THE SNOW. AFTER REPLACEMENT OF THE DIRECT IGNITION CASSETTE THE REPAIR FACILITY ALSO HAD TO REPLACE TWO OXYGEN SENSORS AND THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER. THE TECHNICIAN SAID IT WAS POSSIBLE THAT RAW FUEL DAMAGED THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER DURING THE INITIAL FAILURE OF THE DIRECT IGNITION CASSETTE. *NM.Mileage was 100788 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD55N5X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in PALMER, MA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990813. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph. DEALER'S NAME: FATHERS AND SONS . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 413-214-6490 .
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SAAB 9-3 Power Train Automatic Transmission Torque Converter

SAAB 9-3 1999 Power Train Automatic Transmission Torque Converter Report #10168364

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 27, 2006.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER . DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE STALLED WHILE DRIVING 45-50 MPH ON A SNOW COVERED HIGHWAY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DETERMINED THE RECOGNITION CASSETTE MODULE FAILED. THE DEALERSHIP WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THERE WERE NO PRIOR PROBLEMS WITH THE VEHICLE. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AT THE TIME OF THE INCIDENT. UPDATED 11/3/2006 - ON 11/24/05 THE VEHICLE'S DIRECT IGNITION CASSETTE FAILED WITHOUT WARNING WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO STALL WHILE BEING DRIVEN IN THE SNOW. AFTER REPLACEMENT OF THE DIRECT IGNITION CASSETTE THE REPAIR FACILITY ALSO HAD TO REPLACE TWO OXYGEN SENSORS AND THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER. THE TECHNICIAN SAID IT WAS POSSIBLE THAT RAW FUEL DAMAGED THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER DURING THE INITIAL FAILURE OF THE DIRECT IGNITION CASSETTE. *NM.Mileage was 100788 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD55N5X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in PALMER, MA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990813. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph. DEALER'S NAME: FATHERS AND SONS . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 413-214-6490 .
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SAAB 9-3 Electrical System Ignition

SAAB 9-3 1999 Electrical System Ignition Report #10168364

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 27, 2006.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION . DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE STALLED WHILE DRIVING 45-50 MPH ON A SNOW COVERED HIGHWAY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DETERMINED THE RECOGNITION CASSETTE MODULE FAILED. THE DEALERSHIP WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THERE WERE NO PRIOR PROBLEMS WITH THE VEHICLE. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AT THE TIME OF THE INCIDENT. UPDATED 11/3/2006 - ON 11/24/05 THE VEHICLE'S DIRECT IGNITION CASSETTE FAILED WITHOUT WARNING WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO STALL WHILE BEING DRIVEN IN THE SNOW. AFTER REPLACEMENT OF THE DIRECT IGNITION CASSETTE THE REPAIR FACILITY ALSO HAD TO REPLACE TWO OXYGEN SENSORS AND THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER. THE TECHNICIAN SAID IT WAS POSSIBLE THAT RAW FUEL DAMAGED THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER DURING THE INITIAL FAILURE OF THE DIRECT IGNITION CASSETTE. *NM.Mileage was 100788 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD55N5X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in PALMER, MA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990813. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph. DEALER'S NAME: FATHERS AND SONS . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 413-214-6490 .
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SAAB 9-3 Electrical System Ignition Module

SAAB 9-3 1999 Electrical System Ignition Module Report #10168417

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Sept 11, 2006.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE . WHILE DRIVING AT FREEWAY SPEEDS FOR ABOUT 20 MINUTES, MY 1999 SAAB 9-3 EXPERIENCED A LOSS OF POWER AND THE ENGINE STOPPED RUNNING. THERE WAS NO WARNING OF A PROBEM UNTIL A SINGLE "CLUNKING NOISE" WAS DETECTED AND THEN THERE WAS NO POWER IN 5TH OR 4TH GEAR. BY THE TIME I DOWNSHIFTED TO 3RD GEAR, THE ENGINE HAD STALLED AND THE CHECK ENGINE, BATTERY/ALTERNATOR, AND OIL PRESSURE WARNING LIGHTS LIT. THE CAR WAS NOT ABLE TO BE RESARTED. I WAS ABLE TO BRING THE CAR TO THE DISTRESS LANE AND SUMMON HELP (911). THE CAR NEEDED TO BE TOWED FOR REPAIRS. THE LOCAL SAAB DEALER DETERMINED THE IGNITION DISCHARGE MODULE (IDM) HAD FAILED (BURNED UP). THE DEALER ALSO INFORMED ME OF A RECENT RECALL (I BELIEVE IT'S 05V-399) FOR THE 2000 - 2002 MODEL YEARS AND THAT PERHAPS THE IDM ON MY CAR HAD A SIMILAR DEFECT. THE DEALER INSTALLED A NEW IDM (REPLACEMENT PART 55-561-132) AND 4 NEW SPARK PLUGS WHICH HAD BEEN FOULED FROM MY REPEATED EFFORTS TO RESTART THE CAR. I DID NOT RECEIVE OLD PARTS BACK..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 68618 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD55N0X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in BROOKFIELD, WI. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was purchased on 20020628. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. DEALER'S NAME: METROPOLITAN MOTORS . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 414 327-1400 . DEALER'S CITY: WEST ALLIS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: WI. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 53227 .
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SAAB 9-3 Other

SAAB 9-3 1999 Other Report #10173722

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 25, 2006.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with OTHER . THE KNOBS FOR THE HEAT, AIR, AND WHERE THE HEAT AND AIR GOES BREAKS OFF! I HAVE REPLACED EACH ONE ONCE, AND THE COST WAS 135.00. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD38N4X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in ALTAMONTLE SPRINGS, FL. Vehicle was purchased on 20020913. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: DORSCHEL . DEALER'S CITY: ROCHESTER . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NY. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 14616 .
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SAAB 9-3 Air Bags Frontal

SAAB 9-3 1999 Air Bags Frontal Report #10176087

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Dec 06, 2006.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . ON THE MORNING OF DECEMBER 6, 2006, MY 1999 SAAB 9-3 WAS PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY OF MY HOUSE WHEN I STARTED THE CAR TO WARM IT UP TO TAKE MY FIVE YEAR OLD TO SCHOOL. MY 5 YEAR OLD SAT IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT AS THE CAR WAS WARMING UP. WITHOUT NOTICE OR PROVOCATION THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYED IN MY 5 YEAR OLDS FACE. THIS VIOLENT EXPLOSION CAUSED A SCRATCH AND REDNESS ON MY DAUGHTERS FACE. UPON SPEAKING WITH SAAB I WAS INFORMED THAT THEY HAVE NEVER HEARD OF THIS HAPPENING, AND UPON THEIR INSTRUCTION - I TOOK THE CAR THE LOCAL SAAB DEALER, WHO UPON EXAMINING THE CAR SAID THAT THE REASON FOR THIS HAPPENING IS INCONCLUSIVE. THEY ALSO STATED THAT THEY HAVE NEVER SEEN THIS HAPPEN BEFORE. SAAB IS GIVING US THE RUNAROUND, AND WE NEED SOMEONE TO HOLD THEM ACCOUNTABLE FOR THIS INCIDENT. I AM HOPING THAT FILING THIS COMPLAINT WILL HELP. *JB.1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 57000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DF58N5X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in BOGOTA, NJ. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was purchased on 20011120. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: PARKFIELD SAAB . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 201-421-3400 . DEALER'S CITY: ROCHELLE PARK . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NJ. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 07662 .
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SAAB 9-3 1999 Air Bags Frontal Report #10180596

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Dec 21, 2006.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . THE DRIVER OF THE 1999 SAAB 9-3 WAS DRIVING IN THE LEFT LANE ON MA RTE. 128 SOUTH. HER SON WAS IN A CHILD CARSEAT TIGHTLY BELTED INTO THE DRIVER'S SIDE PASSENGER SEAT, THE SEAT DIRECTLY BEHIND THE DRIVER. THE SWITCH ON THE BELT BUCKLE WAS SET TO THE "CHILD SEAT" SETTING. THE DRIVER SIGNALED AND BEGAN TO CHANGE LANES TO THE MIDDLE LANE WHICH WAS CLEAR OF TRAFFIC. AS SHE WAS SHIFTING LANES, ANOTHER VEHICLE, A LIGHT-COLORED SEDAN, BEGAN TO MOVE SHARPLY INTO THE MIDDLE LANE FROM THE RIGHT. THE DRIVER WAS FORCED TO SWERVE TO THE LEFT TO AVOID COLLISION WITH THE OTHER VEHICLE, AND HER CAR WENT OUT OF CONTROL. THE CAR WENT OFF THE ROAD TO THE LEFT AND HIT THE GUARDRAIL IN A FRONT-END COLLISION. THE DRIVER WAS THROWN FORWARD BUT WAS WEARING HER SEATBELT, WHICH HELD HER. HER AIRBAG DID NOT INFLATE. HER SON'S CAR SEAT DID NOT REMAIN IN PLACE, BUT WENT FORWARD AND TIPPED OVER ON ITS SIDE, FACING THE MIDDLE OF THE CAR, SO THAT WHEN THE DRIVER OPENED THE PASSENGER DOOR TO CHECK ON HER SON, AT FIRST SHE COULDN'T SEE HIM, AND SHE HAD TROUBLE EXTRACTING THE CAR SEAT. AN OFF-DUTY FIREMAN STOPPED TO HELP, CUT THE SEAT BELT AND EXTRACTED THE SEAT. THE DRIVER WAS TAKEN TO THE HOSPITAL AND TREATED FOR WHIPLASH; HER SON DOES NOT APPEAR TO HAVE SUSTAINED INJURY. THE CAR WAS DECLARED A TOTAL LOSS BY THE INSURER, AND THE INSURER TOWED THE CAR AND WANTS TO DISPOSE OF IT. WE (THE DRIVER AND HER HUSBAND) CONTACTED SAAB SEVERAL TIMES TO ASK THAT THE VEHICLE BE EXAMINED PRIOR TO DISPOSAL TO ADDRESS CONCERNS ABOUT THE PERFORMANCE OF THE REAR SEAT BELT AND THE DRIVER'S AIRBAG; SAAB WAS UNHELPFUL. *JB.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Mileage was 122000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD55N7X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in LEXINGTON, MA. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was purchased on 20000901. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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SAAB 9-3 Seat Belts Rear Buckle Assembly

SAAB 9-3 1999 Seat Belts Rear Buckle Assembly Report #10180596

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Dec 21, 2006.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with SEAT BELTS: REAR:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY . THE DRIVER OF THE 1999 SAAB 9-3 WAS DRIVING IN THE LEFT LANE ON MA RTE. 128 SOUTH. HER SON WAS IN A CHILD CARSEAT TIGHTLY BELTED INTO THE DRIVER'S SIDE PASSENGER SEAT, THE SEAT DIRECTLY BEHIND THE DRIVER. THE SWITCH ON THE BELT BUCKLE WAS SET TO THE "CHILD SEAT" SETTING. THE DRIVER SIGNALED AND BEGAN TO CHANGE LANES TO THE MIDDLE LANE WHICH WAS CLEAR OF TRAFFIC. AS SHE WAS SHIFTING LANES, ANOTHER VEHICLE, A LIGHT-COLORED SEDAN, BEGAN TO MOVE SHARPLY INTO THE MIDDLE LANE FROM THE RIGHT. THE DRIVER WAS FORCED TO SWERVE TO THE LEFT TO AVOID COLLISION WITH THE OTHER VEHICLE, AND HER CAR WENT OUT OF CONTROL. THE CAR WENT OFF THE ROAD TO THE LEFT AND HIT THE GUARDRAIL IN A FRONT-END COLLISION. THE DRIVER WAS THROWN FORWARD BUT WAS WEARING HER SEATBELT, WHICH HELD HER. HER AIRBAG DID NOT INFLATE. HER SON'S CAR SEAT DID NOT REMAIN IN PLACE, BUT WENT FORWARD AND TIPPED OVER ON ITS SIDE, FACING THE MIDDLE OF THE CAR, SO THAT WHEN THE DRIVER OPENED THE PASSENGER DOOR TO CHECK ON HER SON, AT FIRST SHE COULDN'T SEE HIM, AND SHE HAD TROUBLE EXTRACTING THE CAR SEAT. AN OFF-DUTY FIREMAN STOPPED TO HELP, CUT THE SEAT BELT AND EXTRACTED THE SEAT. THE DRIVER WAS TAKEN TO THE HOSPITAL AND TREATED FOR WHIPLASH; HER SON DOES NOT APPEAR TO HAVE SUSTAINED INJURY. THE CAR WAS DECLARED A TOTAL LOSS BY THE INSURER, AND THE INSURER TOWED THE CAR AND WANTS TO DISPOSE OF IT. WE (THE DRIVER AND HER HUSBAND) CONTACTED SAAB SEVERAL TIMES TO ASK THAT THE VEHICLE BE EXAMINED PRIOR TO DISPOSAL TO ADDRESS CONCERNS ABOUT THE PERFORMANCE OF THE REAR SEAT BELT AND THE DRIVER'S AIRBAG; SAAB WAS UNHELPFUL. *JB.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Mileage was 122000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD55N7X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in LEXINGTON, MA. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was purchased on 20000901. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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SAAB 9-3 Electrical System

SAAB 9-3 1999 Electrical System Report #10182244

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 10, 2007.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . I HAVE A 1999 SAAB 9-3 WITH MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL. THE BLOWER SWITCH WAS ERRATIC FOR A FEW WEEKS (ON/OFF POSITION SHIFTED) BUT LAST NIGHT DURING A SHORT JOURNEY THE BLOWER WOULD NOT TURN OFF AND A BAD ODOR BECAME PRESENT IN THE CABIN. THIS MORNING I INVESTIGATED AND FOUND THAT THE BLOWER SWITCH AND WIRING CONNECTOR AND WIRES HAVE MELTED. IT IS LIKELY THAT IF THE JOURNEY HAD BEEN LONGER A FIRE WOULD HAVE RESULTED. THE SWITCH AND CONNECTOR AND WIRES NEED TO BE REPLACED, AND THE REASON FOR THE BLOWER SWITCH ERRATIC BEHAVIOR NEEDS TO BE INVESTIGATED. *JB.Mileage was 111500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD55N0X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in BARRINGTON, RI. Vehicle was purchased on 20021204. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph.
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SAAB 9-3 Seats Front Assembly Seat Heater/cooler

SAAB 9-3 1999 Seats Front Assembly Seat Heater/cooler Report #10206026

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 13, 2007.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER . ENABLED DRIVER SIDE SEAT HEATER FOR FIRST TIME SINCE LAST WINTER/SPRING. WHILE DRIVING, LEFT SIDE OF MY LOWER BODY STARTED BURNING, AND I SMELLED SMOKE. PARKED CAR. DIME SIZED HOLE WITH SMOLDERING EDGES WAS PRESENT ON MY DRIVERS SEAT. UPON TOUCHING IT, MY FINGER TIP WAS BURNED. IMMEDIATELY DISABLED SEAT HEATER AND STOPPED CAR. CONTACTED SAAB USA. REFERRED ME TO DEALER WHERE I AM TAKING CAR TOMORROW. THEY WILL DIAGNOSE THE PROBLEM, AND DECIDE IF THIS IS A PRODUCT DEFECT. IN MY OPINION, AND BASED ON COMPLAINTS I'VE READ FROM OTHERS, IT IS. VERY SCARY SITUATION. *JB.0 person(s) died.Mileage was 79480 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD55N0X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in MEDFORD, MA. Vehicle was purchased on 20011207. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Saab 9-3 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Saab 9-3 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph.
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SAAB 9-3 Electrical System Ignition

SAAB 9-3 1999 Electrical System Ignition Report #10226386

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 02, 2008.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION . TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 SAAB 9-3. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO START HIS VEHICLE, BUT WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. THE VEHICLE CRANKED, BUT HE RECEIVED NO SPARK. HE ATTEMPTED TO CHANGE THE FUEL PUMP, WHICH DID NOT REPAIR THE FAILURE. HE ALSO REMOVED THE SPARK PLUG WIRES AND NOTICED THAT VARIOUS PARTS WERE CRACKED UNDERNEATH THE IGNITION. A JUNKYARD MECHANIC STATED THAT THE IGNITION WAS THE CAUSE OF THE MALFUNCTION. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 05V399000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE), WHICH PERTAINED TO THE 2000-2002 SAAB 9-3'S. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE REPAIR WOULD COST $464. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 118,356..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 118356 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD35N9X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in BRISTO, CT. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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SAAB 9-3 Air Bags

SAAB 9-3 1999 Air Bags Report #10260486

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Dec 31, 2008.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with AIR BAGS . TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 SAAB 9-3. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH IN THE SNOW, THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG SUDDENLY DEPLOYED WITHOUT AN IMPACT OR CRASH OCCURRING. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. LATER THAT DAY, THE AIR BAG INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. HER MECHANIC STATED THAT THE AIR BAGS WOULD NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY AND ENSURE MAXIMUM PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A CERTIFIED MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING AND THE WIRING WAS DETERMINED TO BE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WOULD NOT ASSIST BECAUSE THE VEHICLE WAS NO LONGER UNDER WARRANTY. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 141,000 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 138,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 138000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD58N7X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in SOMERSWORTH, NH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph.
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SAAB 9-3 Electrical System

SAAB 9-3 1999 Electrical System Report #10260486

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Dec 31, 2008.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 SAAB 9-3. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH IN THE SNOW, THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG SUDDENLY DEPLOYED WITHOUT AN IMPACT OR CRASH OCCURRING. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. LATER THAT DAY, THE AIR BAG INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. HER MECHANIC STATED THAT THE AIR BAGS WOULD NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY AND ENSURE MAXIMUM PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A CERTIFIED MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING AND THE WIRING WAS DETERMINED TO BE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WOULD NOT ASSIST BECAUSE THE VEHICLE WAS NO LONGER UNDER WARRANTY. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 141,000 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 138,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 138000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD58N7X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in SOMERSWORTH, NH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph.
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SAAB 9-3 1999 Electrical System Report #10286068

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Sept 30, 2009.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . FOR MY 1999 SAAB 9-3, BASE ENGINE, I REPLACED THE DIRECT IGNITION CASSETTE, AT 128,800 MILES ON THE ODOMETER. THE PART ALONE WAS $488 AND THE TOTAL INSTALLATION COST AND PARTS (INCLUDING A HOSE AND FOUR SPARK PLUGS) WAS $760. MODEL YEARS 2000 THROUGH 2002 WERE RECALLED FOR THIS PART. *TR.Mileage was 128800 miles. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in BRISTOW, VA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph.
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SAAB 9-3 Engine And Engine Cooling

SAAB 9-3 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Report #10444102

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 15, 2007.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . PREMATURE DIC FAILURE. CONSISTANTLY BURNS OUT SPARK PLUGS. *TR.Mileage was 178000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD55N9X2. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in NEWARK, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph.
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SAAB 9-3 Air Bags

SAAB 9-3 1999 Air Bags Report #10546101

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on Sept 29, 2013.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by SAAB CARS USA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS . GOT INTO MY CAR, TURNED ON THE IGNITION AND THEN THE PASSENGER AIRBAG DEPLOYED AND CRACKED THE WINDSHIELD. THE CAR WAS PARKED, THE AIRBAG JUST WENT OFF FOR NO REASON. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD78N1X7. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in OAKLAND, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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SAAB 9-3 Seat Belts

SAAB 9-3 1999 Seat Belts Report #10607049

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 23, 2014.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with SEAT BELTS . THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT RETRACTOR LOCKED AND WOULD NOT RELEASE. SINCE DRIVING THE VEHICLE WITHOUT SEAT BELTS IS DANGEROUS, THE VEHICLE IS UNUSABLE..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 144196 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DF75N7X7. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in NEW BOSTON, NH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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SAAB 9-3 1999 Seat Belts Report #10610676

SAAB 9-3 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 07, 2014.SAAB 9-3 1999, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with SEAT BELTS . DRIVERS SEAT BELT STUCK IN RETRACTED POSITION. UNABLE TO USE STUCK BELT. AIRBAG LIGHT IS ON AS A RESULT OF THIS. NO SEATBELT OR AIRBAG. THIS IS A CONVERTIBLE NOT COVERED IN THE CURRENT RECALL BUT HAS THE SAME PROBLEM. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 121000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YS3DD75N2X7. Saab 9-3 1999 problem was reported in WAKE FOREST, NC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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