2005 Saab 9-5 recalls
Seats · NHTSA 08V160000 · Apr 9, 2008
Problem: Saab is recalling 57,389 my 2002-2008 9-5 series vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact." during compliance testing, one of the upper interior occupant protection test points exceeded the standard's requirements.
Risk: In the event of a vehicle crash, personal injury to occupants may occur.
Fix: Dealers will install a-pillar trim with improved energy-absorbing capability free of charge. The recall began on november 25, 2008. Owners may contact saab at 1-800-955-9007.
57,389 units potentially affected · Full recall details →
Problem: On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel pump retaining tabs holding the fuel lines were damaged during production.
Risk: Over time, this could cause the fuel lines to loosen from the pump resulting in fuel leakage. If an ignition source were present, the fuel may ignite resulting in a vehicle fire.
Fix: Dealers will develop a securing bracket that will secure the fuel lines to the fuel pump even if the plastic retaining tabs should break. The recall began on june 13, 2007. This is an expansion of previous recall campaigns - see 04V557 and 06V126. Owners may contact saab at 1-800-955-9007.
94,377 units potentially affected · Full recall details →
Latest owner complaints
Air Bags · Dec 17, 2012 · 101,000 miles · MI · crash
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. I was extremely disappointed that no air bags were deployed in such a severe head on collision. The car has been seen by the insurance company and they decided to…
Fuel/Propulsion System · Sep 20, 2012 · 122,000 miles · AZ
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. The contact then merged to the side of the road where the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was able to be driven to the contact's residence and was later taken to a private mechanic where it was…
Engine · Jul 19, 2012 · 77 miles · WA
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. Towed to dealer. Diagnosed ignition cassette as faulty and water valve (part servicing heater core) as faulty and the source of the leak. Check engine light was due to…
Electrical System · May 14, 2012 · 154,000 miles · VA
Running lights will not turn off, even after the car is stopped and the key is out of the ignition, causing the battery to run down. *js
Exterior Lighting · May 14, 2012 · 154,000 miles · VA
Running lights will not turn off, even after the car is stopped and the key is out of the ignition, causing the battery to run down. *js
Equipment · Mar 23, 2012 · 113,951 miles · PA
The ignition cassette needed to be replaced. *tr
Electrical System · Sep 9, 2011 · 95,000 miles · OH
The ignition cassette cracks causing ignition problems, stalling, acceleration problems. It makes it unpredictable. This is the same problem as the previous recall pasted below. Why does it not cover these other model years? Nhtsa campaign number: 06V410000 www.NHTSA.DOT.gov manufacturer saab cars USA, inc. Recall date: oct 23, 2006 potential number of units affected: 5078…
Engine and Engine Cooling · Sep 9, 2011 · 95,000 miles · OH
The ignition cassette cracks causing ignition problems, stalling, acceleration problems. It makes it unpredictable. This is the same problem as the previous recall pasted below. Why does it not cover these other model years? Nhtsa campaign number: 06V410000 www.NHTSA.DOT.gov manufacturer saab cars USA, inc. Recall date: oct 23, 2006 potential number of units affected: 5078…
Exterior Lighting · Aug 15, 2011 · 137,800 miles · NH
Because of improper design, rear wire harness for reverse lights are being severed causing the reversing lights not to work. This same design flaw can be attributed to the failure of brake lights and electronic trunk release/lock. *tr
Power Train · Aug 15, 2011 · 137,800 miles · NH
Because of improper design, rear wire harness for reverse lights are being severed causing the reversing lights not to work. This same design flaw can be attributed to the failure of brake lights and electronic trunk release/lock. *tr
Structure · Aug 15, 2011 · 137,800 miles · NH
Because of improper design, rear wire harness for reverse lights are being severed causing the reversing lights not to work. This same design flaw can be attributed to the failure of brake lights and electronic trunk release/lock. *tr
Air Bags · May 31, 2011 · 46,000 miles · MT · crash · 1 injured
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 9-5 saab. The contact stated that while making a turn she crashed into a parked vehicle. The air bags did deploy after the crash occurred and the driver received injuries to her face and mouth. A police report was filed. She was not transported to the hospital. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who advised her that the way the she…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2005 Saab 9-5 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls covering the 2005 Saab 9-5, the most recent one (08V160000) for seats. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Saab 9-5?
Based on 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most reported areas are air bags (2), electrical system (2), equipment (2).
Have there been crashes or injuries linked to the 2005 Saab 9-5?
Owners reported 2 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injury and 0 deaths in complaints to NHTSA. These are unverified owner reports, not findings of fault.