2001 Saab 9-5 Problems and Repair Histories
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Saab 9-5 Reliability through December 31, 2012
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 | |
| 2001 | Saab 9-5 | 18 9-5s, 9.3 months of data per 9-5, average 122700 miles Small sample size. Join or 18 9-5s, 9.3 months of data per 9-5, average 122700 miles Small sample size. sign in to view |
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2001 Saab 9-5
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| Saab 9-5 in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 53000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2010 | 53000 | 600 | High speed vibration continues. Cranked motor mounts didn't fix the issue. Dealer now has the car. |
| Saab 9-5 in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2010 | 125000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2010 | 125000 | 2400 | Blew head gasket so got rid of car. |
| Saab 9-5 in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2011 | 138000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2011 | 139000 | 117 | Neutral Safety Switch failed causing intermittent but daily inability to downshift to 1st gear after coming to a stop. |
2001 Saab 9-5 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 230hp 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Saab 9-5 in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 93000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2010 | 94220 | 600 | Replaced direct ignition module |
| Aug | 2010 | 94860 | 120 | Replaced headlight relay (high beam was working only intermittently) |
| May | 2011 | 102880 | 1000 | AC compressor needed replacing. New compressor and receiver dryer installed and system recharged. |
| Sep | 2012 | 125860 | 130 | Tie rod end replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 133920 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Saab 9-5 in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2011 | 141360 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 141360 | 0 | Had alignment. Sold because car needed $6,000 in repairs, including $900 of front end work, $1200 for rear suspension. I had just replaced the exhaust for $950, and found out it still needed a Cat + Pipe to manifold & Manifold $1500. Also needed brake cables for $400. And O2 sensors, two for $200 each. |
2001 Saab 9-5 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 200hp 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD
| Saab 9-5 in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 127720 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2011 | 128960 | 425 | Replaced thermostat Replaced tie-rod ends |
| Saab 9-5 in Indiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 110000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2011 | 124000 | 650 | O2 sensor bad. Replaced Replaced muffler Mechanical door that regulates heat / air conditioning temperature was no longer operating. Mechanic replaced door arm. |
| Aug | 2011 | 124700 | 300 | Bad O2 sensor. Seems to be a constant issue with this car. |
| Aug | 2012 | 139700 | 800 | Severe rubbing sound front wheels |
| Mar | 2013 | 148000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Saab 9-5 in New Hampshire, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 61000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2011 | 61700 | 850 | Alternator Bad Replaced Battery Timing Belt |
| Feb | 2012 | 63700 | 1630 | No Oil On Dipstick Checked regularly. Replaced head gasket. |
| Apr | 2012 | 65000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Saab 9-5 in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 104000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 113000 | 1295 | crankshaft sensor replaced. Fuel pump replaced. |
| Sep | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Saab 9-5 in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 96000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2011 | 111000 | 85 | both brake lights failed, and needed replacement. this is a chronic problem, happening about once per year |
| Sep | 2011 | 112000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Saab 9-5 in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2010 | 120900 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2011 | 126100 | 85 | window motor for passenger front door repaired |
| Feb | 2012 | 138260 | 445 | Had the fuel pump replaced.Not the whole assembly.The pump cost $285.Could have bought one online for approximately $100 had I known. |
| Jun | 2012 | 138880 | 350 | Had to replace Intermediate front axle bearing and front passenger side wheel bearing for low rumble noise |
| Aug | 2012 | 139800 | 2330 | Turbo died. Hard to find a replacement for V6 3.0t engine. Mechanic ordered turbo cartridge from the US. $1000 for turbo plus replaced serpentine belt. Within a week of new turbo, had to have tie rod bearings lubed for clicking noise when turning steering wheel |
| Sep | 2012 | 140120 | 0 | Replaced front, passenger side wheel bearing that was newly installed in May 2012. Repaired under waranty. |
| Nov | 2012 | 141820 | 0 | Replaced complete wheel bearing and assembly |
| Mar | 2013 | 142600 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Saab 9-5 in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 127000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2010 | 129000 | 500 | worn brakes |
| Aug | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Saab 9-5 in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 122140 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2010 | 122440 | 250 | O2 sensor replacement |
| Sep | 2011 | 128960 | 1400 | Replaced muffler |
| Apr | 2012 | 133300 | 800 | hole in exhaust pipe - pipe was replaced |
| Sep | 2012 | 136400 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2001 Saab 9-5 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 185hp 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Saab 9-5 in Oklahoma, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2011 | 55000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2011 | 56000 | 120 | sump drop and clean |
| Nov | 2011 | 60000 | 600 | drive axle seals replaced that were leaking. |
| May | 2012 | 65500 | 0 | This was a refix for a seal that was supposed to be fixed in November. |
| Oct | 2012 | 70000 | 1790 | Had to replace both axles and overhaul the trans due to a $37 failed bushing inside trans |
| Dec | 2012 | 71000 | 140 | replaced brake booster |
| Feb | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Saab 9-5 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2011 | 86000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 110000 | 300 | Right passenger window motor died |
| Jul | 2012 | 122000 | 0 | Replaced three year old battery still under warranty |
| Oct | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Saab 9-5 in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2012 | 118000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2012 | 119000 | 23 | Oil pressure sender leak. Common for this engine |
| Jul | 2012 | 130300 | 270 | Replaced strut bearings. Cost for parts *would* have been $70, but for a defective part, and the need to purchase a tool to remove the self-tapping mounting screws (impact air wrench) |
| Jan | 2013 | 140300 | 45 | Common issue with these 95's is the rear taillights overheat and burn the plastic lamp socket. Replaced the left harness completely, and replaced the bulbs with LED bulbs. |
| Mar | 2013 | 143000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Saab 9-5 in Alabama, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2012 | First odometer entry | ||
| Jul | 2012 | 0 | Turbo failure and other problems. | |
2001 Saab 9-5 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 230hp 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Saab 9-5 in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 201000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2011 | 208000 | 200 | alarm disabled throttle body replaced |
| May | 2012 | 213300 | 900 | one cv joint replaced replaced part of front muffler |
| Jun | 2012 | 214000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Saab 9-5 in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2010 | 102300 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2010 | 103540 | 0 | Pump for screen washers was replaced |
| Sep | 2011 | 110980 | 230 | small leak in cooling sensor valve replaced valve |
| Feb | 2012 | 119040 | 80 | had problem with heating, found to be a loose connection, connecting plug was cleaned and re connected. |
| Jul | 2012 | 123380 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2001 Saab 9-5 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 230hp 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Saab 9-5 in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2010 | 66340 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2010 | 66340 | 650 | Throttle body |
| Jun | 2011 | 83700 | 800 | Cps replaced |
| Dec | 2011 | 88040 | 900 | Flex pipe |
| Oct | 2012 | 92380 | 4000 | Corrosion on oil cooler hose cause oil leak. Hoses changed. |
| Nov | 2012 | 92980 | 70 | Retorque head bolts, head leaked antifreeze in cylinder at cold start. No oil-antifreeze corruption |
| Mar | 2013 | 94860 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2001 Saab 9-5 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 200hp 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD
| Saab 9-5 in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2011 | 99000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 108000 | 558 | Crank no start, fuel pump stopped working, jacked vehicle up in order to whack the fuel tank there by getting the fuel pump going, had fuel pump replaced, working fine now. |
| Saab 9-5 in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 78000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 79000 | 2400 | Replaced non-working Saab Information Display. Replaced brake booster and vacuum hoses. Replaced high beam relay in fuse box. |
| Jan | 2011 | 81000 | 925 | Throttle had to be replaced. |
| Jun | 2011 | 87000 | 300 | The bolt which attaches the brake dust cover had come out and needed to be replaced. Had to replace the wheel bearing in the process. |
| Aug | 2011 | 89000 | 750 | Alternator needed to be replaced. |
| Nov | 2011 | 93000 | 850 | Replaced one of the motor mounts. Along the serpentine belt "route" a pulley bearing had gone bad. Pulley replaced. |
| Aug | 2012 | 105500 | 200 | Oil leak. Needed new gasket. |
| Sep | 2012 | 107000 | 500 | Both front windows would not open. Needed new switch installed. |
| Mar | 2013 | 111000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Saab 9-5 in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2012 | 131000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2012 | 134000 | 0 | I'm a new owner and installed a Kenwood am/fm/cd/mp3 receiver. Car audio failed and only cost was a plug adapter. |
| Jul | 2012 | 134000 | 50 | Check Engine Lite with stalling and hard starts. Code p0300 on scanner. Cleaned throttle body and replaced some vac. tubing. Reset CEL by pulling fuse 17 and car is ok for now. Add fuel cleaner to tank and oil change w/filter. |
| Saab 9-5 in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2010 | 159000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2010 | 160000 | 0 | When donated needed about $2,000 in repairs. |
2001 Saab 9-5 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 185hp 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Saab 9-5 in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 99000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2013 | 127000 | 250 | Alternator went bad. Replaced battery. |
| Mar | 2013 | 131000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Saab 9-5 in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 82000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2011 | 95000 | 1605 | Was experiencing blue smoke at cold startup. Diagnosed as failed seals in the turbocharger. Turbocharger was replaced with remanufactured unit. Note that this was 2nd turbo replacement, first was under factory warranty at ~3 yrs/30k miles |
| Apr | 2012 | 95700 | 718 | ABS controller failure. Symptom was ABS, BRAKE, TCS and lights on dash, and inoperative speedometer. |
| Aug | 2012 | 98500 | 400 | Coolant bypass valve failed, coolant was leaking under the car Engine oil leaking at distributor blocking plate Previously-replaced control arm bushing failed prematurely. Replaced at reduced parts/no labor cost by shop since they had performed original replacement. |
| Dec | 2012 | 101000 | 400 | water pump failed, leaked coolant. had to be replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 102000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Saab 9-5 in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2010 | 120900 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2011 | 125240 | 1000 | DIC replaced |
| May | 2011 | 125240 | 0 | needed new ignition module needed repairs to the climate control system. the cooling was unrelaible....the driver side would call for cooling and the passenger side would be heating. |
2001 Saab 9-5 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 185hp 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Saab 9-5 in Queensland, Australia | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 130200 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2011 | 130200 | 600 | Heat sensitive crank position sensor caused car to break down.Replaced sensor.Also replaced leaking oil pump seal and O-ring. |
| Jun | 2011 | 133920 | 0 | Vacuum pump hose fittings on pump and inlet manifold loose and leaking air causing engine to run "hard & rough at idle" Fitted rubber O-rings under red release rings which sealed fitting properly and caused smoother idle and acceleration. |
| Sep | 2011 | 133920 | 300 | Solved engine chk. light problem by replacing boost relief valves and re-seated various vacuum hoses. |
| Jan | 2012 | 137420 | 240 | Replaced left and right front strut top assembly including new rubber gaiters. The left side was making a rattling noise over bumps and showed signs of wear on inspection. Had wheel alignment done. |
| Mar | 2012 | 138260 | 0 | Took off LH mudguard inner plastic lining and found un-plugged plug from black box mounted between washer reservoir and mudguard.After plugging in found performance much improved and smoother.What is this box for.??? |
| Oct | 2012 | 141760 | 80 | Replaced L & R front wheel bearings. |
| Nov | 2012 | 142160 | 230 | Replaced rear bushing on front wishbone as well as lower balljoint.This done for L &R side.Had wheel alignment done. |
| Mar | 2013 | 145080 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Saab 9-5 in Utah, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2011 | 139000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2011 | 140000 | 741 | fuel delivery valve was replaced |
| Saab 9-5 in New Hampshire, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2011 | 165000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2011 | 170000 | 220 | replaced noisy fuel pump with aftermarket unit. |
| Apr | 2012 | 174000 | 50 | Leaky/rusty exhaust component |
| Jun | 2012 | 178000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Saab 9-5 in Connecticut, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2012 | 124000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2013 | 125000 | 1185 | The engine light went on. Originally thought it just needed sparkplugs but it also needed the wiring mechanism changed. |
| Saab in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 95000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2010 | 97000 | 900 | Replace bad balance shaft chain. Timing chain also replaced. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
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