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 1999 SAAB 9-3 User Comments & Complaints
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1999 SAAB 9-3 in Medford, MA
Enabled driver side seat heater for first time since last winter/spring. while driving, left side of my lower body started burning, and i smelled smoke. parked car. dime sized hole with smoldering edges was present on my drivers seat. u...read more / reply »
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Barrington, RI
I have a 1999 saab 9-3 with manual climate control. the blower switch was erratic for a few weeks (on/off position shifted) but last night during a short journey the blower would not turn off and a bad odor became present in the cabin. th...
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Lexington, MA
The driver of the 1999 saab 9-3 was driving in the left lane on ma rte. 128 south. her son was in a child carseat tightly belted into the driver's side passenger seat, the seat directly behind the driver. the switch on the belt buckle was...
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Lexington, MA
The driver of the 1999 saab 9-3 was driving in the left lane on ma rte. 128 south. her son was in a child carseat tightly belted into the driver's side passenger seat, the seat directly behind the driver. the switch on the belt buckle was...
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Bogota, NJ
On the morning of december 6, 2006, my 1999 saab 9-3 was parked in the driveway of my house when i started the car to warm it up to take my five year old to school. my 5 year old sat in the front passenger seat as the car was warming up. wi...
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Altamontle Springs, FL
The knobs for the heat, air, and where the heat and air goes breaks off! i have replaced each one once, and the cost was 135.00.
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Brookfield, WI
While driving at freeway speeds for about 20 minutes, my 1999 saab 9-3 experienced a loss of power and the engine stopped running. there was no warning of a probem until a single "clunking noise" was detected and then there was no power i...
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Palmer, MA
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle stalled while driving 45-50 mph on a snow covered highway. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who determined the recognition cassette module failed. the dealership was not notified. ther...
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Palmer, MA
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle stalled while driving 45-50 mph on a snow covered highway. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who determined the recognition cassette module failed. the dealership was not notified. ther...
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Palmer, MA
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle stalled while driving 45-50 mph on a snow covered highway. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who determined the recognition cassette module failed. the dealership was not notified. ther...
1999 SAAB 9-3 in San Diego, CA
Direct ignition cassette failed on my 1999 saab 9-3. a recall has been issued for 2000-2002 saab 9-3 and i feel this recall should include the '99 model as well because this part has a less than reasonable life.
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Albany, NY
The direct ignition failed on my 1999 saab 93. it is not covered under the recall. the "service engine soon" light came on which alerted us to the problem. my authorized saab mechanic informed me that it was the wisest course to replace ...
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Santa Margarita, CA
I believe my 1999 saab 9-3 should have been included in recent saab ignition module recalls, my ignition module is no different than the 2000 models, the recent failure of this part involves safety factors same as the 2000 models, replaceme...
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Hopedale, MA
Direct ignition cassette (ignition discharge module) failed. engine would not start after being turned off. car was towed, evaluated, and the ignition discharge module was replaced. the ignition discharge module that failed was identical...
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Simpsonville, SC
On thursday jan 26 2006 at aprox 12 pm i parked put car in a parking lot and went into the bank in canton, georga. on returning i got into car, put the key into the ignition ,and as i turned the key to start the car the passenger side air ...
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Hoover, AL
Note: this is the exact part and symptom described in nhtsa campaign id number : 05v399000 for 2000-2003 years. 1) i was driving up a hill, and the car stopped driving. 2) once it came to a stop, i could not restart the car. ) the ignit...
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Brookline, MA
Dic (direct ignition cassette) failure, also known as the idm cassette or ignition coil. i have read several other complaints of the ignition cassette failing and this is a major safety issue. it is an expensive repair, as well. appears ...
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Fairfax, VA
Dt: the contact stated vehicle stalled, and had to be towed to the dealership. the ignition cassette was replaced. the vehicle is working properly at this time.
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Waterford, CT
Dt: the contact stated vehicle stalled while in a parking lot. he tried to restart it ten minutes later but it would not start. the vehicle was towed to the dealership, and they replaced the direct ignition cassette. there was a recall...
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Dix Hills, NY
Direct ignition cassette (aka direct ignition module, idm, di, dic) has died on my 1999 9-3 2 times. i have owned the car since new, it now has 66,000 miles. when the di cassette dies the engine immediately shuts down which can result in ...
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Elmira, NY
In the couple of months previous to this incident, my vehicle's check engine light has come on three times, stayed on for a day or two, and then shut off. each time the light came on (first it blinks, then remains steady until turning itsel...
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Morrison, CO
While traveling down i-70, the direct ignition cassette failed on my 1999 saab 9-3. the engine stopped immediately which affected the power steering and brakes. fortunately i was able to coast off the highway and onto a side street. the nex...
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Oak Ridge, NJ
Dash information display pixels burn out/disappear. while annoying for time and radio display, this could be a safety issue as this display reports temperature outside (in icy conditions) and mechanical/functional problems with the car...
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Swarthmore, PA
Front passenger airbag deployed while car was parked in home driveway. driver shut his door normally and airbag deployed, hitting passenger who was still getting adjusted in her seat.
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Miami, FL
While driving vehicle stalled. consumer was unable to restart vehicle, and had it towed to the dealer for inspection. mechanic informed consumer that the vehicle was placed on a diagnostic machine, and the computer recorded a code referrin...
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Washington Twp, NJ
Vehicle suddenly loses power when the fuse to the fuel pump blows. the mechanics suggested that nothing was wrong with the vehicle. they did not find anything wrong with the electrical wiring harness.
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Washington Twp, NJ
Vehicle suddenly loses power when the fuse to the fuel pump blows. the mechanics suggested that nothing was wrong with the vehicle. they did not find anything wrong with the electrical wiring harness.
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Newport, NC
Problems with air bag system in 1999 saab. the air bag light illuminated. the automotive group tried four times to fix the problem. the first three times they did not repair anything, they just turned off the air bag light and the last tim...
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Carlisle, MA
Heater box froze up upone turning the control dial to defrost windshield...internet discussion boards say saab knows of this problem. very expensive repair to fix properly and permanently...probably taking this to small claims based upon w...
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Durham, CT
The air bag alarm is "on" in the car, for no apparent reason. this is the third time it will be in the shop for repair of this defect within the last 15 months! apparently, there is a problem with the driver's seat?? since there is n...
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Seymour, CT
I wanted to alert you to a potentially dangerous situation in the '99 saab 9-3. they have a climate control system problem that can cause the ventilation system controls to become so stiff that it causes the knob to snap off rendering the ...
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Seymour, CT
I wanted to alert you to a potentially dangerous situation in the '99 saab 9-3. they have a climate control system problem that can cause the ventilation system controls to become so stiff that it causes the knob to snap off rendering the ...
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Fairborn, OH
The consumer had just filled the gas tank with fuel and was driving away when the vehicle stalled for no reason. the consumer managed to restart the vehicle and drove to the dealership. the mechanic could not locate the cause of the stalli...
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Waterville, ME
The control knob for the defroster/air direction has broken 7 times. the saab dealer, saab nashua north said it is a known problem for that year and model. saab has refused to cover the repair now that the warrenty has run out.
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Fairfield, OH
When turning the dial which controls the direction of ventilation output (windshield/dash vents/floor vents), the assembly inside the dashboard breaks, not allowing you to control ventilation output. this keeps the driver from being able t...
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Washington, DC
When driving on the highway if traffic comes to a sudden stop, braking is horrible. the car does not grip the road it slides. when putting car into drive or reverse, car hesitates for about 30 seconds then jerks into action. the air conditi...
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Washington, DC
When driving on the highway if traffic comes to a sudden stop, braking is horrible. the car does not grip the road it slides. when putting car into drive or reverse, car hesitates for about 30 seconds then jerks into action. the air conditi...
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Washington, DC
When driving on the highway if traffic comes to a sudden stop, braking is horrible. the car does not grip the road it slides. when putting car into drive or reverse, car hesitates for about 30 seconds then jerks into action. the air conditi...
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Rush, NY
Cradle bolt head (saab part number 43-45-674) was found under left side of car. it appeared to have been fractured. cause unknown, but dealer stated it was due to pot hole. it could have also been over toqured at installation/service, or de...
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Carlisle, MA
99 saab 93 - at 60k miles..needed to defrost the windshield...turn the ventilator control and it snapped off...saab telling me they issued dealers a bulletin on this..repair cost estimated between $600 and up to $2000.00 us dollars...will o...
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Cambridge, MA
The vehicle experienced two flat tires on the passenger side which caused the vehicle to pull to the right, the consumer believes the tires and rims were defective (michelin pilot 225/50r16). nlm
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Cambridge, MA
The vehicle experienced two flat tires on the passenger side which caused the vehicle to pull to the right, the consumer believes the tires and rims were defective (michelin pilot 225/50r16). nlm
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Thompson, CT
Turned switch to on position, vehicle started up and backed into a garage. the owner's manual states when starting engine, the clutch pedal has to be fully depressed. took to dealer and dealer stated clutch does not have to be depressed to ...
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Boca Raton, FL
While driving 60 mph steering went completely out, and customer lost control. but, was able to get it off road. contact dealer, and was told this was a common problem.
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Gaithersburg, MD
The driver's side seat skirt has broken 3 times. the second 2 were replacements provided under warrantee. there must be a design flaw in this component
1999 SAAB 9-3 in Palatine, IL
Wheel rims have bent in the inside for unknown reasons which could cause failure of tire. cause is unknown. consumer was told by deaelr that it is a very common problem.
1999 SAAB 9-3 in West Hollywood, CA
On two occassions, it was necessary to bring the saab to a quick stop on the freeway. on 3/25/00, i needed to make an emergency stop, going 65 mph and the car seemed to almost slide, not gripping the road. i have been driving for 25 years...
1999 SAAB 9-3 in West Hollywood, CA
On two occassions, it was necessary to bring the saab to a quick stop on the freeway. on 3/25/00, i needed to make an emergency stop, going 65 mph and the car seemed to almost slide, not gripping the road. i have been driving for 25 years...
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