Saab recalls

It has been identified that in the unlikely event of a collision where there is a need for the deployment of the driver airbag it is a possible that the drivers airbag module may separate form its mounting on the steering wheel horn plate.

Fix: Recall all affected vehicles and replace the drivers airbag module.

95 vehicles

It has been established that due to a process problem at a sub supplier the right hand side front seat recliner mechanism may fail. This will result in that the back-rest can't be moved back into the locking position. The condition is very obvious but if ignored and the vehicle is involved in a crash the seat belt which is integral to the seat structure will not restrain the occupant as designed.

Fix: The seat should be inspected and if necessary replaced.

121 vehicles

Fuel may leak from the return hose because it is not to specification and will age/crack prematurely. In the worst case fire may occur.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the fuel return hose.

4,383 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2006 to 8 Dec 2008

It has been identified that due to a manufacturing deviation the handbrake cables on certain 9-3s may deform under load. Should this occur a reduced or non-existent handbrake force will ensue.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the handbrake cables replaced with quality assured items.

320 vehicles

It has been identified that under certain conditions a valve within the brake servo may have a shortened service life due to high ambient and engine bay temperatures. This could affect the functioning of the servo resulting in reduced braking performance

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the subject valve checked and replaced if necessary.

21,613 vehicles · built 1 Jul 2002 to 30 Mar 2005

The hardening process applied to the rear wheel bearing inner ring may be incorrect. There is a possibility that a rumbling noise may become apparent which if not checked could in extreme circumstances result in the detachment of the hub and severely impaired road holding/handling.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the date stamp on the rear wheel hubs. Where necessary replace the hub bearing assembly.

571 vehicles

The fuel pipe plastic retaining tabs mounted on the fuel pump may fail and possibly result in a fuel leak.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and install a new securing bracket made of steel to hold the fuel pipes in place.

7,124 vehicles · built 1 Feb 2001 to 1 Feb 2002

The front seat belt retractors may malfunction with the effect that the spooled out portion of the webbing will not retract.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the seat front seat belts replaced.

9,322 vehicles · built 1 Oct 2003 to 1 Oct 2004

The front seat recliner locking mechanism could have abnormal free play which may result in an unsatisfactory locking function. Because the seat belt is integrated in the seat back failure of the locking mechanism would affect the crash safety protection.

Fix: Check the front seat production number and where necessary install a new seat assembly.

1,279 vehicles

A capacitor in the front air bag control unit may short circuit This could lead to an inadvertent deployment of the air bag(s).

Fix: Check the air bag control module and renew where found necessary.

4,307 vehicles

Under certain conditions the detachable tow bar may work loose resulting in the tow bar becoming detached from the vehicle.

Fix: Replace the tow ball and housing with a calibrated unit.

596 vehicles

Under certain conditions the detachable tow bar may work loose resulting in the tow bar becoming detached from the vehicle.

Fix: Replace the tow ball and housing with a calibrated unit.

596 vehicles

A combination of internal and external forces caused the towball to prematurely detach itself from the towball housing resulting in separation of the trailer from the drawing unit.

Fix: All towballs and housing will initially be modified and then replaced with calibrated units at a later date.

596 vehicles

A combination of internal and external forces caused the towball to prematurely detach itself from the towball housing resulting in separation of the trailer from the drawing unit.

Fix: All towballs and housing will initially be modified and then replaced with calibrated units at a later date.

596 vehicles

A combination of internal and external forces caused the towball to prematurely detach itself from the towball housing resulting in separation of the trailer from the drawing unit.

Fix: All towballs and housing will initially be modified and then replaced with calibrated units at a later date.

596 vehicles

As a result of a production process concern a specific batch of brake calliper pistons may release hot hydrogen gas into the braking system fluid.

Fix: Affected vehicles are being recalled for a check on the brake calliper batch numbers. Vehicles equipped with calliper units from the affected batch will have these replaced with quality assured examples.

405 vehicles

A build up of static electricity may cause unintentional deployment of the front passenger air bag.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and fit a grounding wire between the air bag module and the vehicle body.

4,166 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1997 to 31 Dec 1998

A build up of static electricity may cause unintentional deployment of the front passenger air bag.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and fit a grounding wire between the air bag module and the vehicle body.

4,166 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1997 to 31 Dec 1998

The ECU controlling the airbag and seat belt tensioner functions may be affected by the ingress of moisture. Should corrosion subsequently occur in the printed circuit this could result in malfunction of these systems and in extreme cases cause inadvertent deployment of the airbag or seat belt tensioners.

Fix: Affected vehicles are being recalled for inspection and replacement where necessary of the airbag/seat belt tensioner control module.

5,373 vehicles · built 1 Aug 1992 to 30 Jul 1994

Binding of the throttle lever may occur due to the possibility of white corrosion.

Fix: The affected vehicles are being recalled for replacement of the zinc coated bushing in the throttle lever with a nickel coated version.

22,135 vehicles

Binding of the throttle lever may occur due to the possibility of white corrosion.

Fix: The affected vehicles are being recalled for replacement of the zinc coated bushing in the throttle lever with a nickel coated version.

22,135 vehicles

The tongue at the end of the seat belt has not been hardened to the correct specification.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles for replacement of the seat belt assembly.

351 vehicles · built 1 Sep 1995 to 31 Oct 1995

The steering column may have been misaligned during assembly. This could cause fatigue in the column and result in loss of steering control.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles for inspection of the steering column. Where misalignment is found the steering column assembly will be replaced.

1,678 vehicles · built 1 May 1994 to 30 Jul 1995

The steering column may have been misaligned during assembly. This could cause fatigue in the column and result in loss of steering control.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles for inspection of the steering column. Where misalignment is found the steering column assembly will be replaced.

1,678 vehicles · built 1 May 1994 to 30 Jul 1995

As a result of water penetration corrosion may be present on the brake pressure warning switch connection. This could result in the loss of braking system pressure and may also negate the ABS function.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles and check the warning switch connections for signs of corrosion. If corrosion is present on the connector this will be changed and the switch terminals will be treated with a protective agent. Where corrosion is pres

6,414 vehicles · built 1 Aug 1991 to 31 Dec 1993

As a result of water penetration corrosion may be present on the brake pressure warning switch connection. This could result in the loss of braking system pressure and may also negate the ABS function.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles and check the warning switch connections for signs of corrosion. If corrosion is present on the connector this will be changed and the switch terminals will be treated with a protective agent. Where corrosion is pres

6,414 vehicles · built 1 Aug 1991 to 31 Dec 1993

The security siren wiring terminal which is tied back by the left hand headlamp assembly has not been sufficiently insulated. This could result in a short circuit.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles and fit a plastic insulating sleeve to the subject terminal.

103 vehicles · built 1 Jun 1994 to 30 Jun 1994

On some vehicles some welds may be missing from the back frames of the front seats.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles for checking of the front seat frames. Where a fault is identified the seat frame will be replaced.

3,842 vehicles · built 1 Mar 1994 to 30 Sep 1994

The front seats may not lock properly on the longitudinal adjustment/mounting rails.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles for the fitment of new trigger springs to the seat adjusting mechanism.

529 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1994 to 30 Jun 1994

The brake light switch may stick in the on or off position.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles check and where necessary replace the brake light switch with a quality assured unit.

6,415 vehicles · built 1 Aug 1992 to 31 May 1993

The driving seat rail on manually adjustable seats may be subject to fatigue cracking.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles and replace the original seat rails with quality assured examples.

1,662 vehicles · built 1 Aug 1993 to 31 Jan 1994

The front brake discs/pads could be affected by slush water or salt when driving in snow or heavy rain. This could adversely affect the efficiency of the brakes upon initial application.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles for replacement of the front brake disc shields with modified units giving increased weather protection.

2,361 vehicles · built 1 Sep 1993 to 31 Mar 1994