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Saab 9-5 Problems

The Saab 9-5 is a mid-size executive sedan and wagon produced from 1997-2011 that represented Saab's flagship offering. With 1,324 complaints on record, the 9-5 has issues primarily involving electrical systems, engine problems, and air bags. The turbocharged engines offer strong performance, and the wagon variant provides unique utility. Despite Saab's bankruptcy, dedicated specialists maintain parts availability and service expertise for committed owners.

1,324
Total Complaints
4
Total Recalls
14
Model Years
0
Reported Deaths
!

Years to Avoid

These years have significantly more complaints than average.

2000 1999
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Best Years

These years have the fewest reported problems.

1998 2005 2007

Common Problem Categories

Electrical System 612
Engine And Engine Cooling 140
Air Bags 122
Fuel System, Gasoline 82
Service Brakes, Hydraulic 54

Complaints by Model Year

All Model Years

Year ↓ Complaints Recalls Crashes Fires Rating
2011 22 0 0 0 Good
2010 4 0 0 0 Good
2009 4 1 0 0 Good
2008 42 1 0 0 Good
2007 34 1 0 0 Good
2006 58 1 0 0 Average
2005 30 0 4 0 Good
2004 60 0 2 6 Average
2003 138 0 2 0 Average
2002 148 0 6 12 Below Average
2001 226 0 0 16 Below Average
2000 242 0 2 10 Avoid
1999 314 0 10 2 Avoid
1998 2 0 0 0 Good

Saab 9-5 Years to Avoid

1999, 2000, 2001

Best Saab 9-5 Years

1998, 2009, 2010

Frequently Asked Questions