Saab 9-3 recalls

14 safety recalls for the Saab 9-3 (model years 2000–2011), explained in plain English. Pick your year:

2011 (3)2010 (3)2009 (2)2008 (2)2007 (2)2006 (2)2005 (2)2004 (5)2003 (4)2002 (4)2001 (4)2000 (2)

All Saab 9-3 recalls

Date	Recall	Vehicles	Problem	Units
2016-02-03	16V063	2006–2011 Saab 9-3 & 2006–2009 Saab 9-5 + 1 more	Airbag	113,716
2014-06-12	14V318	2004–2011 Saab 9-3	Seat belt	28,789
2011-01-19	11V015	2010–2011 Saab 9-3	Fuel system	4,400
2010-02-18	10V043	2004 Saab 9-3	Seat belt	14,126
2007-03-08	07V087	2001–2005 Saab 9-5 & 2002–2003 Saab 9-3 + 1 more	Fuel system	94,377
2006-04-20	06V126	2001 Saab 9-3	Fuel system	11,886
2005-09-14	05V399	2000–2002 Saab 9-3 & 2000–2002 Saab 9-5	Electrical system	103,202
2005-05-25	05V236	2003–2005 Saab 9-3	Brakes	68,654
2004-11-23	04V557	2001–2002 Saab 9-3 & 2001–2002 Saab 9-3 Convertible	Fuel system	17,394
2004-11-10	04V540	2003 Saab 9-3	Engine	12,249
2004-05-12	04V226	2003–2004 Saab 9-3	Seat belt	31,335
2003-12-11	03V514	2004 Saab 9-3	Seats	1,658
2001-10-09	01V314	2002 Saab 9-3	Steering	1,366
2001-05-23	01V168	2000–2001 Saab 9-3 & 2000–2001 Saab 9-5	Airbag	43,073

Other Saab models

9-5 9-2X 9-7X 9-3 Convertible 9-4X

FAQ

How many recalls does the Saab 9-3 have?

The Saab 9-3 has 14 NHTSA safety recalls across model years 2000–2011. The 2004 model year has the most (5).

Are Saab 9-3 recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)