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2004 Saab 9-5 recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2004 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component2
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Seats | 1 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 1 |
Safety recalls2
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Apr 9, 200808V160000 | Seats: front assembly head restraintIN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, PERSONAL INJURY TO OCCUPANTS MAY OCCUR. DetailsHide details for campaign 08V160000
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| 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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Owner complaints by component19
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 13 | 68 |
| Engine | 2 | 11 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 11 |
| Tires | 2 | 11 |
| Structure | 2 | 11 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 2 | 11 |
| Air bags | 1 | 5 |
| Steering | 1 | 5 |
| Power train | 1 | 5 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 5 |
| Hydraulic | 1 | 5 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 5 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 5 |
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, merged from NHTSA model names 9-5, 9-5 Wagon.
Latest reports
- Electrical system
“I purchased my 2004 Saab 9-5 in 2023. I was under the impression that everything was running and that drivability was proper. When I attempted to drive the automobile it would start, idle 7 minutes and stall.”
- Air bags
“7/26/22 10:23pm on interstate 25 North of Denver mile 249 I was not able to stop and rear ended another vehicle.”
- Steering
“I have owned a 2004 saab 9-5 sport combi wagon since 2006. Twice, over the last several years (2011, 2014), my husband and I have been on the highway and had an ignition switch incident where he was the driver and I was…”
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2004 Saab 9-5 recall questions
How many recalls does the 2004 Saab 9-5 have?
NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2004 Saab 9-5. The most recent, 08V160000 (reported April 9, 2008), concerns seats. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What is the most common complaint about the 2004 Saab 9-5?
Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 13 complaints out of 19 filed with NHTSA (68%). Across all complaints, owners reported 1 crash and 1 fire. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2004 Saab 9-5?
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.