Recalls: Saab Mk.1 9-5 Estate
Overview
Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.
Recalls: Saab Mk.1 9-5 Estate
Saab Mk.1 9-5 Estate: incorrect tyre information
In December 1999, a recall was issued for Saab Mk.1 9-5 Estates due to the label on the B-pillar containing incorrect tyre information (PRA 1999/4173).
2002 model year Saab Mk.1 9-5 Estate: faulty SRS connection
In August 2001, a recall was issued for 2002 model year Saab Mk.1 9-5 Estates. In these vehicles, the connection of the Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) was faulty; in a collision, the passenger side seatbelt tensioner could activate instead of the driver’s side tensioner (PRA 2001/4914).
2002 model year Saab Mk.1 9-5 Estate: incorrectly torqued wishbone ball joints
In August 2001, a recall was issued for 2002 model year Saab Mk.1 9-5 Estates. In these vehicles, the bolts which secured the wishbone ball joints may have been incorrectly torqued and therefore experience a shortened life span or potential breakage (PRA 2001/4915).
Saab Mk.1 9-5 Estate: tow-bar tongues
In November 2001, a recall was issued for Saab Mk.1 9-5 Estates fitted with tow-bar tongues supplied by Frontline Australia Pty Ltd. Due to the brittle condition of the metal used, the tow-bar tongue could snap (PRA 2001/5055).
2002 model year Saab Mk.1 9-5 Estate: steering swivel member
In January 2002, a recall was issued for 2002 model year Saab Mk.1 9-5 Estates due to a fault with the left-hand steering swivel member where it mounted to the ball joint – two batches of steering castings may have been contaminated by defective material causing imperfections which could affect the durability of the steering member (PRA 2002/5142).
2006-10 model year Saab Mk.1 9-5 Estate: Takata airbag recall
In April 2018, a recall was issued for 2006-10 Saab 9-5 Estates. In these vehicles, the front driver’s airbag was produced by Takata and contained phase-stabilised ammonium nitrate without desiccant. Over time, the airbag inflator propellant could absorb moisture and, in the event of deployment, excessive internal pressure in the airbag inflator housing could cause it to rupture. If this occurred, metallic fragments could be propelled through the airbag cushion towards vehicle occupants; these fragments posed a serious risk of injury and fatality. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see PRA 2018/16729.
Problems and faults: Saab Mk.1 9-5 Estate
Overview
This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.
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Problems and faults: Saab Mk.1 9-5 Estate
- Reduced engine performance and the ‘check engine’ light illuminating may be due to water leaking into the driver’s side kick panel and causing the acceleration position sensor to short circuit.
- For models with turbocharged engines, a lack of power and turbocharger boost may be due to a clip breaking on the wastegate actuator arm.
- If the engine fails to crank on an intermittent basis, the primary electrical connection nut may have become loose. However, problems starting the vehicle may also be fixed by reprogramming the engine control module (ECM).
- For models with manual transmissions, the gearshift lever may rattle and vibrate due to a defective O-ring on the linkage.
- If the ABS (anti-lock braking system) warning light illuminates, it is possible that water has leaked into the ABS module.
- Variable engine idle speed may be due to the vacuum hose coming off the throttle body.
- If the gearshift does not move out of park, the shift-lock solenoid may have failed and require replacement.
- A ‘check theft alarm’ message may appear due to a defective siren.
