| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
1999 Saab 9-5 repairs by problem area
Engine (44%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (2%)
Brakes and Traction Control (11%)
Suspension and Steering (11%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (25%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)
Other (5%)
Chart based on 61 repairs.
1999 Saab 9-5 engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (25%)
$100 - $499 (38%)
< $100 (38%)
Chart based on 24 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
1999 Saab 9-5
Engine not specified
| 137500 mi US $500 |
had to replace turbo (2nd replacement) @ 133,000, first turbo replaced under warranty @ 85,000. |
| 144000 mi US $150 |
Replaced failed radiator hose. |
| 183500 mi US $145 |
Front headgasket leaking coolant into cylinder 4. coolant bypass valve cracked what let to overheating and gasket failure. |
| 185000 mi | Hole in front of resonator. Welded and repaired clamp. |
| 185300 mi | Rear head gasket leaking. Replaced head gasket. |
| 144000 mi US $60 |
CBV blew out. Ordered heater hose bypass kit to eliminate known issue. |
| 144000 mi | Thermostat stuck closed. Replaced with new thermostat. |
| 102000 mi US $700 |
The car wouldn't start. Had it towed to the Saab dealer. Replaced an ignition part, the coil, I think. |
| 123000 mi US $300 |
Fuel pump failure |
1999 Saab 9-5 4-door
turbocharged 6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 139000 mi | Exhaust link in flex pipe. |
| 155000 mi US $500 |
radiator problem, traded car because can't afford the expenses |
1999 Saab 9-5 4-door
turbocharged 4-cylinder manual 2WD
| 186000 mi | MAP sensor and MAF sensor. Dashboard no longer resembles a Christmas tree thanks to experienced and patient Saab specialist. |
| 134000 mi | CEL, replaced oxygen sensor. Replaced portion of the exhaust. |
| 89900 mi US $300 |
Heater Bypass Valve |
| 92200 mi US $900 |
Direct Ignition Cassette and Crank Position Sensor |
| 136000 mi US $581 |
Car stared intermittently, finally died. Diagnosed as crank sensor which was replaced. |
| 83000 mi US $600 |
Engine burning oil due to turbo leakage |
| 83000 mi | Engine burning oil due to turbo leakage. Turbo replacement required. |
| 121000 mi US $50 |
Replaced complete fuel pump. Replaced heater valve. |
| 124000 mi US $100 |
Upper Idle Pulley failed; replaced pulley and drive belt. |
1999 Saab 9-5 4-door
turbocharged 4-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 196540 mi C $100 |
Blow-off valve for turbocharger failed. Replaced part and reset error code. |
1999 Saab 9-5 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 129000 mi US $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. |
| 130000 mi US $372 |
Radiator leak---had replaced with Silla. |
| 132000 mi | Crankshaft position sensor replaced |
| 135000 mi US $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. |
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