1999 Saab 9-5 Problems and Repair Histories
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1999 Saab 9-5s for which no problems have been reported are not displayed. So the 1999 Saab 9-5 problems and repair histories you see here should not be used to infer car problem frequency.
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Saab 9-5 Reliability through March 31, 2013
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year | Make/Model | Trips/Year/100 Cars | Compared to all models for the same year | |
| 1999 | Saab 9-5 | 10 9-5s, 8.1 months of data per 9-5, average 153300 miles Small sample size. Join or 10 9-5s, 8.1 months of data per 9-5, average 153300 miles Small sample size. sign in to view |
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1999 Saab 9-5
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| Saab in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 199000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2012 | 204000 | 620 | ABS unit and brake system on passenger front wheel had to be replaced; brake booster was worked on as well and replaced in September on my next trip. |
| Sep | 2012 | 206000 | 370 | Brake booster was replaced. |
| Oct | 2012 | 206000 | 508 | Engine starter was replaced. |
| Saab in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2012 | 183000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2013 | 183300 | 145 | Front headgasket leaking coolant into cylinder 4. coolant bypass valve cracked what let to overheating and gasket failure. |
| Mar | 2013 | 184000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Saab in Alabama, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2011 | 135000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 136700 | 500 | had to replace turbo (2nd replacement) @ 133,000, first turbo replaced under warranty @ 85,000. |
| Jun | 2012 | 144000 | 150 | Replaced failed radiator hose. |
| Oct | 2012 | 149000 | 71 | replaced sway bar links |
| Saab in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2010 | 102000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2010 | 102000 | 700 | The car wouldn't start. Had it towed to the Saab dealer. Replaced an ignition part, the coil, I think. The car stopped on the street and wouldn't move. A grinding sound came from the transmission and it jerked into gear. Car was towed to my driveway. I'll give it away. I've spent $15,000 in repairs in three years. Worst car I ever owned |
| Saab in Minnesota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2009 | 147000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2009 | 148000 | 88 | The drivers side front window would not go back up (it would only go down). Was apparently a problem with the window motor. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Saab in Maine, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2009 | 121000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2009 | 123000 | 300 | Fuel pump failure |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
1999 Saab 9-5 4-door
turbocharged 6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Saab in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2009 | 121000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2010 | 134000 | 0 | Trunk would not open due to electrical failure. |
| Nov | 2010 | 139000 | 0 | Exhaust link in flex pipe. |
| Saab in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 135000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 137000 | 400 | wheel bearing and hub had to be replaced |
| Aug | 2011 | 147000 | 600 | Ac & heat would not always work. Told it was the blendors,the plastic insides of the system? Cost of part was not that high but the labor to remove the dash, etc. is what cost so much. |
| Jul | 2012 | 155000 | 500 | radiator problem, traded car because can't afford the expenses |
1999 Saab 9-5 4-door
turbocharged 4-cylinder manual 2WD
| Saab in Connecticut, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2010 | 179000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 186000 | 0 | Car in shop for nearly a month due to malfunctioning sensors (multiple) - ABS wheel speed sensor, MAP sensor and MAF sensor. Dashboard no longer resembles a Christmas tree thanks to experienced and patient Saab specialist. |
| Apr | 2013 | 201000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Saab in Tennessee, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2009 | 83000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2009 | 83000 | 600 | Engine burning oil due to turbo leakage |
| Dec | 2009 | 83000 | 0 | Engine burning oil due to turbo leakage. Turbo replacement required. |
| Saab in New Hampshire, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2010 | 135000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2010 | 136000 | 581 | Car stared intermittently, finally died. Diagnosed as crank sensor which was replaced. Also had warn ball joint replaced and alignment done which previous shop said was ok. |
| Mar | 2011 | 142000 | 123 | Driver's window came out of track and fell down into door |
| Apr | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Saab in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 141000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 142000 | 125 | A/C stopped working, stuck on heat |
| Aug | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Saab in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2009 | 84000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2010 | 90300 | 300 | Heater Bypass Valve |
| Sep | 2010 | 92000 | 41 | Power window switch failed |
| Mar | 2012 | 103000 | 800 | Power steering line corroded and leaked PS fluid. Line was replaced. |
| Jan | 2013 | 109000 | 900 | Direct Ignition Cassette and Crank Position Sensor |
| Saab in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 120000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2010 | 121000 | 400 | Replaced complete fuel pump. Replaced heater valve. |
| Nov | 2010 | 124000 | 100 | ABS Module failed; replaced with a used unit car now runs fine. No heat on drivers side replaced broken motor arm for stepping unit; still no heat on DS. Will replace cabin filter next to see if that solves the problem. Upper Idle Pulley failed; replaced pulley and drive belt. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Saab in Connecticut, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2009 | 128000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2009 | 129000 | 0 | Installed front rotors and ceramic pads |
| Jul | 2010 | 130000 | 180 | Front passenger window jumped track. Replaced two rollers. |
| Jun | 2012 | 134000 | 0 | CEL, replaced oxygen sensor. Replaced portion of the exhaust. |
| Sep | 2012 | 135000 | 500 | power steering hose leaked. replaced same. |
| Mar | 2013 | 137000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
1999 Saab 9-5 4-door
turbocharged 4-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Saab in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 183000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2010 | 192000 | 200 | power steering hose |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Saab in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2010 | 191580 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2011 | 196540 | 100 | Blow-off valve for turbocharger failed. Replaced part and reset error code. |
| Jun | 2011 | 201500 | 600 | Brake booster. Rebuilt unit failed after ~10 months. Shop no longer using rebuilt units. |
| Dec | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
1999 Saab 9-5 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Saab in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2010 | 129000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2010 | 129000 | 236 | Fuel tank pump failure, no warning aside from two long cranks. Bosch replacemernt would cost $850. My guy rebuilt it parts and labor for $236.11. |
| Nov | 2010 | 130000 | 372 | Radiator leak---had replaced with Silla. |
| Jun | 2011 | 132000 | 0 | Total failure of alternator. Replaced with remanufactured one with 2 yr warranty-cost of unit $195.00 baance for difficult labor. |
| Jul | 2011 | 132000 | 0 | Crankshaft position sensor replaced |
| Aug | 2012 | 135000 | 80 | Flexible portion of exhaust replaced by shade tree mechanics---1.5 hours total $80.00 I do not use this car generally during summer. Have 940 volvo for that. |
| Sep | 2012 | 135000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
1999 Saab 9-5 4-door
4-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Saab in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 153000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 155000 | 600 | Broken emergency flashers button. |
| Jan | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
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