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2005 Saab 9-5 recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2005 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 component11
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 2 | 18 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 18 |
| Exterior lighting | 2 | 18 |
| Equipment | 2 | 18 |
| Suspension | 2 | 18 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 9 |
| Engine | 1 | 9 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 9 |
| Power train | 1 | 9 |
| Structure | 1 | 9 |
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
- Air bags
“I was involved with in an accident on friday december 14th, 2012. I was returning to work on my lunch break and a lady ran a red light, pulling out infront of me, and I ended up t-boning her going roughly 45mph.”
- Fuel/propulsion system
“Tl* the contact owns a 2005 9-5 saab. The contact stated that while traveling 70 mph, the check engine warning light illuminated repeatedly as the vehicle began to sputter and jerk.”
- Engine
“Check engine light was sporadically on for about two weeks. On 7/14 coolant level low indication came on. Coolant reservoir was empty. Filled, started engine, coolant leaked in a steady stream from the car.”
Other Saab 9-5 model years
- 20082 recalls20 complaints
- 20072 recalls17 complaints
- 20062 recalls23 complaints
- 20052 recalls11 complaints
- 20042 recalls19 complaints
- 20034 recalls47 complaints
- 20026 recalls65 complaints
- 20014 recalls104 complaints
All years: 2008 · 2007 · 2006 · 2005 · 2004 · 2003 · 2002 · 2001 · 2000
Other Saab models
2005 Saab 9-5 recall questions
How many recalls does the 2005 Saab 9-5 have?
NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2005 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 2005 Saab 9-5?
Air bags is the most-reported component, named in 2 complaints out of 11 filed with NHTSA (18%). Across all complaints, owners reported 2 crashs and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2005 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.