2008 Saab 9-3 Body and Trim Problems and Repair Histories
2008 Saab 9-3 Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim problems reported via the Car Repair History and Car Reliability Surveys
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Saab 9-3
2008 Saab 9-3s for which no Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim problems have been reported are not displayed. So the 2008 Saab 9-3 problems and repair histories you see here should not be used to infer car Body and Trim problem frequency.
For 2008 Saab 9-3 Body and Trim problem frequency, check the Car Reliability Survey result. For the problems behind the score, check the 2008 Saab 9-3 Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim problems and repair histories that follow it.
Saab 9-3 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 | |
| 2008 | Saab 9-3 | 33 9-3s, 8.7 months of data per 9-3, average 44900 miles50 |
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Repair costs are in local units.
2008 Saab 9-3 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 280hp 2.8L V6 6-speed manual AWD
| Saab 9-3 in Rhode Island, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 10000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2010 | 15000 | 0 | Plastic trim loose on "b" pillar. Repaired under warranty @ n/c. Moonroof made chattering noise when opening to vent position. Lubricated and adjusted under warranty @ n/c. |
| Jan | 2011 | 22000 | 0 | Moon roof chatters when opened to vent position. |
| May | 2013 | 48000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2008 Saab 9-3 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 255hp 2.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Saab 9-3 in British Columbia, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2013 | 14880 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2013 | 14880 | 300 | Found the sunroof not working when test drove it in a used car dealer. They thought it was the motor, but after replacing the motor the problem remained. They finally replaced the module, problem solved. Probably added $300 to the sales price. |
| May | 2013 | 17980 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2008 Saab 9-3 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 255hp 2.8L V6 6-speed manual FWD
| Saab 9-3 in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2010 | 35000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2011 | 55000 | 279 | Water leaking into car from right rear door. Dealer reported that plastic water shield inside door was malfunctioning and needed to be repaired. Car out of warranty. |
| Dec | 2011 | 65000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2008 Saab 9-3 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| Saab 9-3 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2010 | 9000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2010 | 12000 | 0 | Sunroof stop operating, it was a software issue with car computer; re-programed and fixed with that. |
| Mar | 2013 | 31000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2008 Saab 9-3 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Saab 9-3 in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 0 | Sun roof stopped working. Motor & control unit had to be replaced - all under warranty. Repair was successful. | |
| Mar | 2013 | 65000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2008 Saab 9-3 2dr Convertible
turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Saab 9-3 in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2010 | 35000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2010 | 49000 | 0 | Decklid stopper and spring came loose and rattled upon open/ close. Replacement parts ordered. |
| Sep | 2011 | 65000 | 60 | Driver's side sunvisor RH clip/ screw was detached from hole in sheet metal. Hole was oversized and metal was fatigued. Longer sheet metal screw uses to re-attach clip. |
| Mar | 2013 | 87000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
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