2004 Saab 9-5 Problems and Repair Histories
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2004 Saab 9-5s for which no problems have been reported are not displayed. So the 2004 Saab 9-5 problems and repair histories you see here should not be used to infer car problem frequency.
For 2004 Saab 9-5 problem frequency, check the Car Reliability Survey result. For the problems behind the score, check the 2004 Saab 9-5 problems and repair histories that follow it.
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 | |
| 2004 | Saab 9-5 | 18 9-5s, 8.8 months of data per 9-5, average 103900 miles Small sample size. Join or 18 9-5s, 8.8 months of data per 9-5, average 103900 miles Small sample size. sign in to view |
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2004 Saab 9-5 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 220hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Saab 9-5 in Connecticut, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2006 | 0 | Throttle body replaced | |
| May | 2007 | 169 | V belt (not warranty) and belt tensioner (warranty) | |
| Aug | 2007 | 0 | Heater bypass valve failed (warranty) | |
| Nov | 2007 | 0 | Oil pan/timing cover leak. (warranty) | |
| Mar | 2011 | 73000 | 0 | Shop put a new bolt in wheel lining. |
| Oct | 2011 | 76000 | 500 | Intermediate exhaust pipe replaced. |
| Mar | 2012 | 86000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Saab 9-5 in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2007 | 0 | ESP and Anti-Lock Brake warning lights coming on randomly. Saab said it was a failed rear bearing and replaced it under warranty. 2000 more miles, no lights, but yesterday wife reported seeing lights come on again. Will monitor and report any future diagn | |
| Jun | 2008 | 660 | ABS/ESP lights back on. Dealer recalibrated system. Also noted front rotors had at some point been replaced with wrong size (too small). Had dealer fix. Currently fighting with Saab to reimburse me, since this was a CPO car and this should've been caught. | |
| Apr | 2010 | 103000 | 750 | New brake booster needed. Started whistling and not holding pressure. Could hear from inside cabin. |
| Nov | 2010 | 115000 | 560 | Exhaust was rusting out. Muffler was getting loud. Ordered aftermarket system and had indie install. Xenon light blinks and goes out on occasion, randomly. Was told it could be an ignitor or a tilt/yaw sensor. Indie does not have a "tech II" to diagnose. Will have to take it to the dealer. |
| Dec | 2011 | 135000 | 300 | Subframe bushings were shot, making the front of the car creak when starting out, also making it feel not stable on the road -- worst when turning and going over a bump. |
| Feb | 2012 | 135000 | 0 | Bought quality bulbs (made in Germany - OSRAM?) to replace the ones I had bought last year. Popped them in, no more issues. |
| Mar | 2012 | 135000 | 300 | Coolant temp sensor, Thermostat. Replaced this month for $300 before I sold it. Tailgate washer non-functional. Did not repair. |
| Saab 9-5 in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2010 | 450 | Sway bar link replaced. | |
| May | 2010 | 100 | A/C compressor replaced under warranty. All gaskets except oil pan gasket replaced due to leakage under warranty. ECU replaced under warranty Passenger seat heater element replaced under warranty. Throttle body replaced under warranty. | |
| Jul | 2010 | 100 | Power steering pump replaced under warranty. | |
| Oct | 2011 | 66960 | 0 | fog lights not working but otherwise all functions go. |
2004 Saab 9-5 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 220hp 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Saab 9-5 in Oregon, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 112000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2010 | 120000 | 285 | Direct Ignition Cassette needed replacement -- CEL codes P1312 and P1334. This was actually a long interval to replacement of original DIC (6 1/2 years); normally fail earlier than this, and mine was not total failure (yet!) |
| Jun | 2011 | 126000 | 90 | Replaced coolant manifold by firewall. |
| Mar | 2013 | 154000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2004 Saab 9-5 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 220hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Saab 9-5 in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 50000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2010 | 54300 | 780 | Ignition module failed - plugs fouled |
| May | 2011 | 61000 | 397 | heater water supply hose leaking |
| Mar | 2013 | 78000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Saab 9-5 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 62000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 64000 | 1100 | Replaced exhaust manifold leak. Replaced water pump. |
| Jun | 2010 | 70000 | 250 | Heater valve leaking - replaced. |
| Oct | 2010 | 76000 | 400 | Serpentine belt tensioner making noise and replaced |
| May | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Saab 9-5 in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2011 | 68200 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2011 | 70440 | 300 | Crankshaft position indicator defective |
| Dec | 2012 | 83080 | 206 | HIDS Bulb Replacement |
| Mar | 2013 | 83700 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
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