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2002 Saab 9-3 recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2002 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component4
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Fuel system, gasoline | 2 |
| Electrical system | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
Safety recalls4
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Mar 7, 200707V087000 | Fuel system, gasoline: delivery hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsOVER TIME, THIS COULD CAUSE THE FUEL LINES TO LOOSEN FROM THE PUMP RESULTING IN FUEL LEAKAGE. DetailsHide details for campaign 07V087000
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| Sep 14, 200505V399000 | Electrical system: ignition moduleOVERHEATING OF THE IGBT OCCURS MOST OFTEN AT ENGINE START-UP, BUT IT MAY ALSO OCCUR WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING. DetailsHide details for campaign 05V399000
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| Nov 19, 200404V557000 | Fuel system, gasoline: delivery hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsOVER TIME, THIS COULD CAUSE THE FUEL LINES TO LOOSEN FROM THE PUMP RESULTING IN FUEL LEAKAGE. DetailsHide details for campaign 04V557000
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| Oct 3, 200101V314000 | Steering: linkages tie rod assemblyTHE NUT COULD LOOSEN AND FALL OFF RESULTING IN A SUDDEN REDUCTION OR LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL. DetailsHide details for campaign 01V314000
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Merged from NHTSA model names: 9-3, 9-3 Convertible. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.
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Owner complaints by component37
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 14 | 38 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 6 | 16 |
| Power train | 5 | 14 |
| Fuel system | 4 | 11 |
| Gasoline | 4 | 11 |
| Unknown or other | 3 | 8 |
| Seat belts | 3 | 8 |
| Equipment | 3 | 8 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 5 |
| Air bags | 2 | 5 |
| Seats | 2 | 5 |
| Engine | 1 | 3 |
| Steering | 1 | 3 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 3 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 3 |
4 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Unknown or other
“The radiator exploded, spewing fluids everywhere, overheating my vehicle without warning when I was driving 45 mph, almost causing a multi-car crash.”
- Electrical system
“The soft top is faulty and the rear lights are as well.”
- Seat belts
“Tl* the contact owns a 2002 saab 9-3. When the contact attempted to utilize the seat belt, the retractor failed and would not operate.”
Other Saab 9-3 model years
- 20062 recalls179 complaints
- 20052 recalls95 complaints
- 20045 recalls207 complaints
- 20034 recalls212 complaints
- 20024 recalls46 complaints
- 20014 recalls83 complaints
- 20003 recalls62 complaints
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Other Saab models
2002 Saab 9-3 recall questions
How many recalls does the 2002 Saab 9-3 have?
NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns for the 2002 Saab 9-3. The most recent, 07V087000 (reported March 7, 2007), concerns fuel system, gasoline. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2002 Saab 9-3 recalls for?
The largest group is fuel system, gasoline, with 2 campaigns. Others: electrical system (1), steering (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2002 Saab 9-3?
Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 14 complaints out of 37 filed with NHTSA (38%). Across all complaints, owners reported 0 crashs and 1 fire. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2002 Saab 9-3?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.