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2006 Saab 9-3 repairs by problem area
Engine (25%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (1%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (16%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (29%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (12%)
Other (12%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 387 repairs.
2006 Saab 9-3 brake repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (21%)
$500 - $999 (0%)
$100 - $499 (36%)
< $100 (43%)
Chart based on 14 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2006 Saab 9-3 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 140000 mi US $200 |
Brake line failed and replaced |
2006 Saab 9-3 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 71000 mi US $105 |
Right-rear caliper was sticking causing excessive drag. Replaced caliper with a remanufactured one. |
| 152900 mi US $1100 |
Rear brake job. Right rear brake caliper found to be defective, causing excessive and uneven wear and was replaced. |
2006 Saab 9-3 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 150hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 82800 mi C $1200 |
Replaced front brake caliper, passenger side |
2006 Saab 9-3 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 250hp 2.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 58000 mi US $5 |
I have read other complaints and the heat from the engine could have caused the brake fluid cap to crack. Replaced cap for around $5. |
| 32000 mi | Stability control error. |
2006 Saab 9-3 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 250hp 2.8L V6 6-speed manual FWD
| 87000 mi US $300 |
Left rear caliper was seized requiring replacement |
| 100000 mi US $70 |
Adjust parking brake |
2006 Saab 9-3 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 196000 mi US $200 |
One of the soft hydraulic lines began to bubble, necessitating replacement. I opted to replace all four soft brake lines as a precaution. |
| 213000 mi US $95 |
Parking brake actuator in pass side rear caliper failed, rendering parking brake inoperative. Normal hydraulic brakes were fully functional |
| 33000 mi | Got a stability control failure message twice that went away an hour later each time. Dealership scanned for codes and determined that ABS hydraulic unit needed to be replaced due to a "pressure sensor rationality error". |
2006 Saab 9-3 2dr Convertible
turbocharged 250hp 2.8L V6 6-speed manual FWD
| 97000 mi £165 |
Rear brake cylinder leaking |
2006 Saab 9-3 2dr Convertible
turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 104000 mi US $55 |
Stability control failure message on dash display. Took to independent mechanic for diagnosis. Mechanic identified TSB suggesting need to reprogram traction control module, but does not have required equipment to perform said update. |
| 111200 mi US $1750 |
Traction control warning displayed on dash. Dealer diagnosed as faulty ABS module. Replaced module with new. |
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