Saab Buyers Guide

 

 2004 Saab 9-5 SportWagon Aero

*
MSRP: $40,570
Invoice: $37,945

Gas Mileage:
CTY: 20    HWY: 29    CMB: 24
Engine/Fuel: 4 Cyl
Transmission:
Door/Body Style: 4 Door/Luxury Wagon,WGN
Drive Type:

Prices/Warranty

See the prices and various warranties offered.
  • General
  • MSRP: $40,570
  • Invoice Price: $37,945
  • Destination Charge: $0
  • Warranty
  • Basic (Month):  
  • Basic (Mileage):  
  • Powertrain (Month):  
  • Powertrain (Mileage):  
  • Rust (Month):  
  • Rust (Mileage):  

Engine & Emissions

View engine and emission data on this vehicle.
  • Engines & Emissions
  • 2.3-Liter I4, 16-Valve, DOHC, MPFI Engine, Front/Transverse Mounted With Horsepower Of 250@5300, Torque Of 258@1900, Cast Iron Cylinder Block, and Light Alloy Cylinder Head
  • Engine
  • Type of Engine: 2.3L I4
  • Displacement (CC): 140
  • Fuel System: MPFI
  • Horsepower @ RPM: 250@5300
  • Torque @ RPM: 258@1900
  • Compression ratio: 9.3
  • Cylinders: 4
  • Bore X Stroke: 3.54x3.54

Dimensions

See the interior and exterior dimensions.
  • Exterior Dimensions
  • Track Front: 59.9
  • Track Rear: 59.9
  • Ground Clearance (in): 6.3
  • Overall Length (in): 190.1
  • Overall Width (in): 70.5
  • Overall Height (in): 57.0
  • Wheelbase (in): 106.4
  • Curb weight (lbs): 3620
  • Interior Dimensions
  • Seating capacity - Standard: 5
  • Seating Capacity - Maximum: 5
  • Headroom front (in): 38.7
  • Headroom rear (in): 38.2
  • Leg room front (in): 42.4
  • Leg room rear (in): 36.6
  • Shoulder room front (in): 56.9
  • Shoulder room rear (in): 56.5

Features

See the features of this vehicle.
  • Exterior
    • 2 Front, 1 Rear Foglights
    • Aero Badge On Trunk Lid
    • Automatic Headlights
    • Daytime Running Lights
    • Delayed Courtesy Light
    • Halogen Headlights
    • High Pressure Retractable Headlight Washers
    • Perimeter Lighting
  • Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
    • Automatic Climate Control
    • Rear HVAC Ducts Located In Center Console
    • Rear Window Defroster
    • Separate Driver/Front Passenger Climate Controls
  • Entertainment, Communication & Navigation
    • Harman/Kardon AM/FM Radio With 240 Watts and 8 Speakers Total; Cassette Player; CD Player
    • OnStar(R) Personal Calling Hands-Free Telephone
    • OnStar(R) Stolen Vehicle Tracking
    • OnStar(R) Telematics System With 12 Months Safe and Sound Service Plan Includes Automatic Collision Notification, Concierge Services, E-Mail, Emergency Response, Internet Services, Personal Calling, Remote Unlocking, Roadside Assistance, Security System Notification, Stolen Vehicle Tracking, and Vehicle Diagnostics
    • OnStar(R) Vehicle Location System
    • OnStar(R) Virtual Advisor E-Mail Access
    • OnStar(R) Virtual Advisor Internet Access
    • Rear In-Glass Diversity Radio Antenna
    • Subwoofer
  • Instrumentation
    • Cruise Control
    • Digital Clock
    • Exterior Temperature Gauge Located In Trip Computer
    • Tachometer
    • Trip Computer With Average Fuel Consumption, Miles To Empty, Distance To Arrival and Preset Speed Warning
    • Warning Lights For Open Door or Trunk, Failed Light, and Low Fluids
  • Sunroof/Moonroof & Removeable/Convertible Top
    • Power Sliding Glass Sunroof
    • Sunshade Located On Sunroof
  • Wheels & Tires
    • Alloy Wheels, 17-In. X 7.0-In.
    • Compact Spare Tire
    • SBRP225/45WR17 All-Season High Performance Tires
  • Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
    • 3-Memory Adjustments For Driver Seat and Exterior Mirror
    • Dual Body Color Power Adjustable Heated Automatic Tilt Down Folding Exterior Rearview Mirrors With 3-Position Driver Memory
    • Electrochromic Interior Rearview Mirror
    • Front Dual Illuminated Vanity Mirrors
    • Front Dual Sunvisors
    • Power Window Lockout
    • Power Windows With Front Dual One-Touch Down
    • Rear Window Wiper/Washer
    • Tinted Glass
    • Variable Intermittent Windshield Wipers

Safety Features

View the built in safety features included.
  • Safety Features
  • 3-Point Seatbelts For All Seating Positions
  • Automatic Locking Retractors On All Passenger Seatbelts
  • Child Safety Door Locks Located On Rear Doors
  • Crash Sensor Sends GPS Signal
  • Driver Airbag
  • Dual Seat Mounted Front Side Airbags With Head Protection
  • Front Active Head Restraints
  • Front and Rear Power Seatbelt Height Adjustment
  • Front Dual Manual Lumbar Support
  • L A T C H
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag Cutoff Sensor Activated By Seatbelt Engagement and Seat Position
  • Rear 3-Point Center Seatbelt
  • Anti-Theft
  • Programmable Power Door Locks Operated Via Key or Remote
  • Vehicle Anti-Theft Via Alarm and Engine Immobilizer
  • Braking & Traction
  • 4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes
  • All Speed Traction Control Controlled By ABS
  • Front Power 306-mm Ventilated Disc Brakes and Rear Power 300-mm Ventilated Disc Brakes

Read Reviews

Expert opinions you can trust.

*Fuel Economy Guide

Research the yearly spend on gasoline for every Saab in our database.

  • The fuel economy calculations assume annual mileage of 15,000 miles, 45% of which is highway miles and 55% city miles and fuel costs of $2.79 per gallon. These figures can be adjusted to more accurately reflect your driving style and fuel costs in your area:

     






 

*NHTSA Test Results

Get crash test results, service bulletins, and product recalls for every Saab model.

  • Click a car name to see the crash test details for that model.

     

     

    Crash Test Data for 2004 Saab

    Saab Vehicle Front Star Rating Side Star Rating Rollover Resistance Rating
    Driver Passenger Front Seat Rear Seat
    2004 9-3Not
    Tested    		Not
    Tested    		Not
    Tested    		Not
    Tested    		Not
    Tested
    2004 9-3Not
    Tested    		Not
    Tested    		Not
    Tested    		Not
    Tested    		Not
    Tested
    2004 9-5
    2004 9-5 WagonNot
    Tested    		Not
    Tested    		Not
    Tested

     

    Service Bulletins for 2004 Saab

    2004 SAAB 9-3
    Bulletin Number: 000601012F
    THIS INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION TO GM DEALERS ON THE CORRECT CLEANING METHODS WHEN CLEANING ENGINE GASKET SEALING SURFACES.
    Bulletin Number: 030604017I
    THIS INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN EXPLAINS THE USE OF DIESEL FUEL ADDITIVES IN AN ENGINE, ARE NOT REQUIRED UNLESS THE CUSTOMER DESIRES ADDITIVES TO PREVENT FUEL CONCERNS DEPENDING ON FUEL OR TEMPERATURE RELATED CONDITIONS.
    Bulletin Number: 0311248
    INCORRECT WIRING DIAGRAM IN WIS 2003-3. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 06081
    SPECIAL COVERAGE ADJUSTMENT-FUEL TANK CAP. *KB
    Bulletin Number: 08-089
    BUICKCADILLACCHEVROLETGMCHUMMEROLDSMOBILEPONTIACSAABSATURN SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. SPECIAL COVERAGE ADJUSTMENT-ANALOG ONSTAR DEACTIVATION. FCC RULED IN 2002 WIRELESS CARRIERS WOULD NO LONGER R
    Bulletin Number: 08089-B
    GENERAL MOTORS CORP: SPECIAL COVERAGE ADJUSTMENT; ANALOG ONSTAR DEACTIVATION. *PE UPDATED 2/17/09. *PE
    Bulletin Number: 15017
    SEAT BELT RETRACTORS THAT MAY HAVE BEEN DAMAGED DURING THE SUPPLIER'S MANUFACTURING PROCESSING. RECALL CAMPAIGN 15017 FRONT SEAT BELT REPLACEMENT. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 16NA260
    THIS TECHNICAL BULLETIN PROVIDES A PROCEDURE TO REPROGRAM THE MEDIA DISC PLAYER WITH THE LATEST CALIBRATIONS TO CORRECT A CONDITION OF THE REAR ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM NOT OPERATING AS INTENDED IN COLDER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE AREAS DUE TO CALIBR
    Bulletin Number: 3652466
    CHANGE IN SPS PROGRAMMING. *EH
    Bulletin Number: 4402425
    WITH THE SHIFT UP FROM 2ND TO 3RD GEAR, THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CAN BE SPRINGY IN DRIVE FOR A SHORT PERIOD. TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN AND NOTIFICATION LETTER TO DEALERS AND SERVICE MANAGERS. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 44024253
    AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SPRINTINESS IN DRIVE AND JERKINESS WITH SHIFT UP. *EH
    Bulletin Number: 5512439
    HANDBRAKE LEVER JAMMING/CANNOT BE LOWERED. *MR
    Bulletin Number: 6412468
    NOISE WITH STEERING WHEEL TURNING. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 8122532
    UPDATING THE SOFTWARE FOR SUNROOF PINCH PROTECTION. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 8312429
    REMOTE CONTROL DOES NOT WORK. *EH
    Bulletin Number: 8312464
    NO CENTRAL LOCKING SWITCH ON PASSENGER SIDE. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 8522484
    THE BACK OF THE SEAT CANNOT BE FOLDED FORWARD. *EH
    Bulletin Number: 8532479
    REPLACEMENT OF FRONT SEAT BELT. *EH
    Bulletin Number: 8812529
    UPDATING THE HOOD SYSTEM. *TT
    Bulletin Number: MI-731-2726
    SAAB SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, PARTICLES OF GRAVEL OR STONES MAY COLLECT BETWEEN THE COIL SPRING AND THE LOWER SPRING SEAT CAUSING THE SPRING TO CORRODE. THIS CORROSION MAY WEAKEN
    Bulletin Number: PI1394A
    THIS INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN PROVIDES ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON HOW TO INSTALL PISTONS AND SUGGEST WHAT TOOLS TO USE.
    Bulletin Number: PIC-4603A
    SAAB: ACCELERATOR PEDAL POSITION SENSOR DTCS SET IN ECM 2003-2009 SAAB. APP SENSOR DTC'S OF P2122-00, P2123-00, P2126-00, P2127-00, P2128-00, AND/OR P2138-00 IN THE ECM. THESE DTC'S MAY BE VERY INTERMITTENT AND ARE DIFFICULT TO REPRODUCE
    Bulletin Number: PIC-4935-E
    THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION PROVIDES INFORMATION TO HELP THE DEALERSHIP TECHNICIANS PERFORM A PARASITIC DRAIN TEST FOR THE ONSTAR MODULE. WHEN PERFORMING BATTERY PARASITIC DRAIN TEST, THERE MAY BE SOME CONFUSION AS TO WHAT TH
    Bulletin Number: PIC4935E
    THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION PROVIDES INFORMATION TO HELP THE DEALERSHIP TECHNICIANS PERFORM A PARASITIC DRAIN TEST FOR THE ONSTAR MODULE. WHEN PERFORMING BATTERY PARASITIC DRAIN TEST, THERE MAY BE SOME CONFUSION AS TO WHAT TH
    Bulletin Number: PIC-5050-A
    THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN THE STEPS ON REPAIRING THE CONCERN. A CUSTOMER MAY IDENTIFY A CONCERN OF UNABLE TO REACTIVATE A VEHICLE'S ONSTAR THAT HAS BEEN PREVIOUSLY DISABLED BY ONSTAR. DEALER IS TO CA
    Bulletin Number: PIC5050A
    THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN THE STEPS ON REPAIRING THE CONCERN. A CUSTOMER MAY IDENTIFY A CONCERN OF UNABLE TO REACTIVATE A VEHICLE'S ONSTAR THAT HAS BEEN PREVIOUSLY DISABLED BY ONSTAR. DEALER IS TO CA
    Bulletin Number: PIC5088F
    THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN ON THE STEPS TO DIAGNOSE AND REPAIR THE CONCERN. THE VEHICLE'S XM RADIO ONLY HAS XM PREVEIW CHANNELS.
    Bulletin Number: PIP5094A
    THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN THAT ,WHEN TESTING ANY CIRCUIT FOR OPEN OR RESISTANCE, IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT ALL RELATED TERMINAL PIN FIT AND TENSION BE CHECKED WHEN THE TEST STEPS REQUIRE DISCONNECTION OF
    Bulletin Number: PIT5389A
    THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN ON THE STEPS FOR DIAGNOSING THE CONCERN. THE VEHICLE MAY BE UNABLE TO CONNECT TO ONSTAR USING THE WHITE, BLUE OR RED ONSTAR BUTTONS.
    Bulletin Number: PIT5485A
    THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN, IF UNABLE TO PLACE AN ONSTAR CALL IN THE IGNITION ON MODE AFTER THE ONSTAR CANADA UPGRADE TO CONTACT THE GM TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CENTER ONSTAR GROUP FOR FURTHER ASSISTANCE.
    Bulletin Number: PIT5485B
    THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN IF UNABLE TO PLACE AN ONSTAR CALL IN THE IGNITION ON MODE AFTER THE ONSTAR CANADA UPGRADE, TO CONTACT THE GM TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CENTER ONSTAR GROUP FOR FURTHER ASSISTANCE.
    2004 SAAB 9-5
    Bulletin Number: 000601012F
    THIS INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION TO GM DEALERS ON THE CORRECT CLEANING METHODS WHEN CLEANING ENGINE GASKET SEALING SURFACES.
    Bulletin Number: 01012006
    FUEL TANK BAFFLES COMING LOOSE. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 01092006
    DOOR LOCKS INOPERATIVE. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 030604017I
    THIS INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN EXPLAINS THE USE OF DIESEL FUEL ADDITIVES IN AN ENGINE, ARE NOT REQUIRED UNLESS THE CUSTOMER DESIRES ADDITIVES TO PREVENT FUEL CONCERNS DEPENDING ON FUEL OR TEMPERATURE RELATED CONDITIONS.
    Bulletin Number: 08-089
    BUICKCADILLACCHEVROLETGMCHUMMEROLDSMOBILEPONTIACSAABSATURN SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. SPECIAL COVERAGE ADJUSTMENT-ANALOG ONSTAR DEACTIVATION. FCC RULED IN 2002 WIRELESS CARRIERS WOULD NO LONGER R
    Bulletin Number: 08089-B
    GENERAL MOTORS CORP: SPECIAL COVERAGE ADJUSTMENT; ANALOG ONSTAR DEACTIVATION. *PE UPDATED 2/17/09. *PE
    Bulletin Number: 16NA260
    THIS TECHNICAL BULLETIN PROVIDES A PROCEDURE TO REPROGRAM THE MEDIA DISC PLAYER WITH THE LATEST CALIBRATIONS TO CORRECT A CONDITION OF THE REAR ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM NOT OPERATING AS INTENDED IN COLDER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE AREAS DUE TO CALIBR
    Bulletin Number: 2102496
    REPLACING THE OIL TRAP DUE TO HIGH OIL CONSUMPTION AND REDUCED ENGINE PERFORMANCE. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 2102508
    SECURING THE CRANKCASE VENTILATION HOSE. *AK
    Bulletin Number: 2102606
    ENGINE MALFUNCTIONS. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 3652466
    CHANGE IN SPS PROGRAMMING. *EH
    Bulletin Number: 4402425
    WITH THE SHIFT UP FROM 2ND TO 3RD GEAR, THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CAN BE SPRINGY IN DRIVE FOR A SHORT PERIOD. TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN AND NOTIFICATION LETTER TO DEALERS AND SERVICE MANAGERS. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 44024263
    AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SPRINGINESS IN DRIVE AND JERKINESS WITH SHIFT UP. *EH
    Bulletin Number: 4402497
    GENERAL FAULT DIAGNOSIS FOR AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. *EH
    Bulletin Number: 8012438
    MIG BRAZING. *EH
    Bulletin Number: 8312451
    LUBRICATION REPLACEMENT OF DOOR HANDLE. *EH
    Bulletin Number: 8318451
    MARKING/FITTING THE MODIFICATION IDENTITY PLATE. *TT
    Bulletin Number: PI1394A
    THIS INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN PROVIDES ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON HOW TO INSTALL PISTONS AND SUGGEST WHAT TOOLS TO USE.
    Bulletin Number: PIC-4089A
    SAAB: STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS INOPERATIVE OR INCORRECT FUNCTION. *PE UPDATED 5/23/11. *PE
    Bulletin Number: PIC-4935-E
    THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION PROVIDES INFORMATION TO HELP THE DEALERSHIP TECHNICIANS PERFORM A PARASITIC DRAIN TEST FOR THE ONSTAR MODULE. WHEN PERFORMING BATTERY PARASITIC DRAIN TEST, THERE MAY BE SOME CONFUSION AS TO WHAT TH
    Bulletin Number: PIC4935E
    THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION PROVIDES INFORMATION TO HELP THE DEALERSHIP TECHNICIANS PERFORM A PARASITIC DRAIN TEST FOR THE ONSTAR MODULE. WHEN PERFORMING BATTERY PARASITIC DRAIN TEST, THERE MAY BE SOME CONFUSION AS TO WHAT TH
    Bulletin Number: PIC-5050-A
    THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN THE STEPS ON REPAIRING THE CONCERN. A CUSTOMER MAY IDENTIFY A CONCERN OF UNABLE TO REACTIVATE A VEHICLE'S ONSTAR THAT HAS BEEN PREVIOUSLY DISABLED BY ONSTAR. DEALER IS TO CA
    Bulletin Number: PIC5050A
    THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN THE STEPS ON REPAIRING THE CONCERN. A CUSTOMER MAY IDENTIFY A CONCERN OF UNABLE TO REACTIVATE A VEHICLE'S ONSTAR THAT HAS BEEN PREVIOUSLY DISABLED BY ONSTAR. DEALER IS TO CA
    Bulletin Number: PIC5088F
    THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN ON THE STEPS TO DIAGNOSE AND REPAIR THE CONCERN. THE VEHICLE'S XM RADIO ONLY HAS XM PREVEIW CHANNELS.
    Bulletin Number: PIC-5195
    SAAB: WINDSHIELD WIPER/RADIO CONCERN AFTER IP HARNESS REPLACEMENT-KEYWORDS. HIGH SPEED WIPERS INOPERATIVE AND OR A CONCERN WITH THE RADIO OPERATION AFTER IP HARNESS REPLACEMENT. MAY COMMENT OF ADDITIONAL CONNECTORS OR OF WIRING THAT DOES
    Bulletin Number: PIP-3200A
    SAAB: WHEN ATTEMPTING TO PROGRAM THE SERVICE REPLACEMENT TCM, SPS PROGRAMMING ERROR APPEARS. *PE
    Bulletin Number: PIP5094A
    THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN THAT ,WHEN TESTING ANY CIRCUIT FOR OPEN OR RESISTANCE, IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT ALL RELATED TERMINAL PIN FIT AND TENSION BE CHECKED WHEN THE TEST STEPS REQUIRE DISCONNECTION OF
    Bulletin Number: PIT5389A
    THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN ON THE STEPS FOR DIAGNOSING THE CONCERN. THE VEHICLE MAY BE UNABLE TO CONNECT TO ONSTAR USING THE WHITE, BLUE OR RED ONSTAR BUTTONS.
    Bulletin Number: PIT5485A
    THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN, IF UNABLE TO PLACE AN ONSTAR CALL IN THE IGNITION ON MODE AFTER THE ONSTAR CANADA UPGRADE TO CONTACT THE GM TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CENTER ONSTAR GROUP FOR FURTHER ASSISTANCE.
    Bulletin Number: PIT5485B
    THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN IF UNABLE TO PLACE AN ONSTAR CALL IN THE IGNITION ON MODE AFTER THE ONSTAR CANADA UPGRADE, TO CONTACT THE GM TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CENTER ONSTAR GROUP FOR FURTHER ASSISTANCE.
    Bulletin Number: SB-071511
    GM: THE WIPERS, TURN SIGNALS, AND POWER WINDOWS ARE INOPERATIVE. 1999-2009 SAAB 9-5. *RM

     

    Recalls for 2004 Saab

    2004 SAAB 3-Sep
    NHTSA Campaign ID:SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
    Manufacturer:SAAB CARS USA, INC.
    Manufacture Dates:11/01/2002 - 11/30/2003
    Potential Units Affected:1658

    Defect Description:

    CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 207, "SEATING SYSTEMS." THE BACKREST LOCKING MECHANISM ON SOME FRONT SEATS MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED INCORRECTLY.

    Consequence:

    THIS COULD CAUSE THE SEAT BACK TO FOLD FORWARD IN A FRONTAL CRASH, RESULTING IN INJURY TO THE DRIVER AND/OR FRONT SEAT PASSENGER.

    Action:

    DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLE'S FRONT SEATS TO DETERMINE IF THEY ARE EQUIPPED WITH THE IMPROPERLY INSTALLED COMPONENT. IF EITHER OR BOTH OF THE SEATS HAVE THIS COMPONENT, THEY WILL BE REPLACED. THE DEALER MAY NEED TO ORDER A COMPLETE NEW SEAT OR SEATS (INCLUDING MATCHING UPHOLSTERY) AND THE PARTS MAY TAKE UP TO TWO TO FOUR WEEKS TO ARRIVE. SAAB WILL PROVIDE A RENTAL CAR FOR THE OWNER UNTIL THE NEW SEAT(S) IS (ARE) AVAILABLE AND INSTALLED BY THE DEALER. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING FEBRUARY 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SAAB AT 1-800-955-9007.
    2004 SAAB 3-Sep
    NHTSA Campaign ID:SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
    Manufacturer:GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    Manufacture Dates:09/01/2003 - 05/30/2004
    Potential Units Affected:14126

    Defect Description:

    GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004 SAAB 9-3 SEDANS. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES WERE PRODUCED WITH FRONT SEAT BELT RETRACTORS THAT, OVER TIME, COULD FAIL TO RETRACT.

    Consequence:

    USING A SEAT BELT THAT HAS NOT RETRACTED, AND IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, A SEAT OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.

    Action:

    DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DRIVER SIDE RETRACTOR FREE OF CHARGE. IF THE FRONT PASSENGER RETRACTOR WERE TO FAIL TO RETRACT, GM WILL REPLACE THE FRONT PASSENGER RETRACTOR FREE OF CHARGE UNDER A SPECIAL COVERAGE THAT WILL BE RELEASED FOR THE SAME POPULATION FOR 10 YEARS FROM NEW VEHICLE DATE OF SALE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SAAB AT 1-800-620-7668 OR AT THE OWNER CENTER AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM. Note: In June 2014, GM expanded the special coverage from 10 years to be for the lifetime of the vehicle.
    2004 SAAB 3-Sep
    NHTSA Campaign ID:SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
    Manufacturer:General Motors LLC
    Manufacture Dates:07/30/2003 - 07/09/2004
    Potential Units Affected:28789

    Defect Description:

    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2004-2011 Saab 9-3 Convertible vehicles manufactured July 30, 2003, to February 15, 2011. In the affected vehicles, the driver's side front seat belt retractor may break, causing the seat belt webbing not to retract.

    Consequence:

    In the event of a crash, a seat belt that has not retracted may not properly restrain the seat occupant, increasing their risk of injury.

    Action:

    GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's seat belt retractor, free of charge. The recall began on October 6, 2015. Owners may contact Saab customer service at 1-800-955-9007. GM's number for this recall is 14222. Note: Special Coverage 10086 will replace the passenger side seat belt retractor if it fails, free of charge, for the life of the vehicle.
    2004 SAAB 3-Sep
    NHTSA Campaign ID:SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
    Manufacturer:SAAB CARS USA, INC.
    Manufacture Dates:06/01/2003 - 09/30/2003
    Potential Units Affected:31335

    Defect Description:

    SOME SPORT SEDANS WERE BUILT WITH SEAT BELT RETRACTORS THAT WERE DAMAGED DURING THE MANUFACTURING PROCESS. IF DAMAGED, OVER TIME, THE AUTOMATIC TENSIONING SYSTEM (ATS) CABLE IN THE SEAT BELT RETRACTOR COULD BREAK CAUSING THE BELT WEBBING TO NOT RETRACT.

    Consequence:

    IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, A FRONT SEAT OCCUPANT MAY RECEIVE MORE SEVERE INJURIES.

    Action:

    DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SEAT BELT RETRACTOR ASSEMBLIES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 24, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SAAB AT 1-800-955-9007.
    2004 SAAB 3-Sep
    NHTSA Campaign ID:SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
    Manufacturer:SAAB CARS USA, INC.
    Manufacture Dates:06/01/2003 - 07/31/2004
    Potential Units Affected:68654

    Defect Description:

    CERTAIN SPORT SEDAN AND CONVERTIBLE PASSENGER VEHICLES WERE PRODUCED WITH A VACUUM PIPE CHECK VALVE FOR THE BRAKE BOOSTER THAT MAY FAIL FROM EXPOSURE TO ELEVATED TEMPERATURES. THIS COULD RESULT IN SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER BRAKE ASSIST, USUALLY WITH LITTLE OR NO WARNING.

    Consequence:

    IF THIS CONDITION WERE TO OCCUR WHEN MINIMUM STOPPING DISTANCE IS REQUIRED, A CRASH COULD OCCUR.

    Action:

    DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW REDESIGNED CHECK VALVE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 17, 2006. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SAAB AT 1-800-955-9007.
    2004 SAAB 5-Sep
    NHTSA Campaign ID:FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
    Manufacturer:SAAB CARS USA, INC.
    Manufacture Dates:06/01/2003 - 07/31/2004
    Potential Units Affected:94377

    Defect Description:

    ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL PUMP RETAINING TABS HOLDING THE FUEL LINES WERE DAMAGED DURING PRODUCTION.

    Consequence:

    OVER TIME, THIS COULD CAUSE THE FUEL LINES TO LOOSEN FROM THE PUMP RESULTING IN FUEL LEAKAGE. IF AN IGNITION SOURCE WERE PRESENT, THE FUEL MAY IGNITE RESULTING IN A VEHICLE FIRE.

    Action:

    DEALERS WILL DEVELOP A SECURING BRACKET THAT WILL SECURE THE FUEL LINES TO THE FUEL PUMP EVEN IF THE PLASTIC RETAINING TABS SHOULD BREAK. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 13, 2007. THIS IS AN EXPANSION OF PREVIOUS RECALL CAMPAIGNS - SEE 04V557 AND 06V126. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SAAB AT 1-800-955-9007.
    2004 SAAB 5-Sep
    NHTSA Campaign ID:SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT
    Manufacturer:SAAB CARS USA, INC.
    Manufacture Dates:07/01/2003 - 06/30/2004
    Potential Units Affected:57389

    Defect Description:

    SAAB IS RECALLING 57,389 MY 2002-2008 9-5 SERIES VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT." DURING COMPLIANCE TESTING, ONE OF THE UPPER INTERIOR OCCUPANT PROTECTION TEST POINTS EXCEEDED THE STANDARD'S REQUIREMENTS.

    Consequence:

    IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, PERSONAL INJURY TO OCCUPANTS MAY OCCUR.

    Action:

    DEALERS WILL INSTALL A-PILLAR TRIM WITH IMPROVED ENERGY-ABSORBING CAPABILITY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 25, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SAAB AT 1-800-955-9007.

*Green Vehicles

Find the Saab models that are the cleanest and most fuel efficient.

  • The Green Vehicle Guide will help you find the most fuel-efficient Saab for your needs.

    California emissions requirements differ from the federal requirements, and therefore selecting ALL STATES may produce multiple listings for the same vehicle.

     

     

     

     

*Monthly Payment Calculator

Find a car or truck made by Saab that fits your budget by using our monthly payment calculator.
  • Make your selections in the boxes below and click the "Generate List" button to see a list of Saab cars and trucks that fit your monthly budget.