1999 Saab 9-5 Problems and Repair Histories
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1999 Saab 9-5s for which no problems have been reported are not displayed. So the 1999 Saab 9-5 problems and repair histories you see here should not be used to infer car problem frequency.
For 1999 Saab 9-5 problem frequency, check the Car Reliability Survey result. For the problems behind the score, check the 1999 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 | |
| 1999 | Saab 9-5 | 10 9-5s, 8.1 months of data per 9-5, average 153300 miles Small sample size. Join or 10 9-5s, 8.1 months of data per 9-5, average 153300 miles Small sample size. sign in to view |
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1999 Saab 9-5
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| Saab in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 199000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2012 | 204000 | 620 | ABS unit and brake system on passenger front wheel had to be replaced; brake booster was worked on as well and replaced in September on my next trip. |
| Sep | 2012 | 206000 | 370 | Brake booster was replaced. |
| Oct | 2012 | 206000 | 508 | Engine starter was replaced. |
| Saab in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2012 | 183000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2013 | 183300 | 145 | Front headgasket leaking coolant into cylinder 4. coolant bypass valve cracked what let to overheating and gasket failure. |
| Mar | 2013 | 184000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Saab in Alabama, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2011 | 135000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 136700 | 500 | had to replace turbo (2nd replacement) @ 133,000, first turbo replaced under warranty @ 85,000. |
| Jun | 2012 | 144000 | 150 | Replaced failed radiator hose. |
| Oct | 2012 | 149000 | 71 | replaced sway bar links |
| Saab in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2010 | 102000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2010 | 102000 | 700 | The car wouldn't start. Had it towed to the Saab dealer. Replaced an ignition part, the coil, I think. The car stopped on the street and wouldn't move. A grinding sound came from the transmission and it jerked into gear. Car was towed to my driveway. I'll give it away. I've spent $15,000 in repairs in three years. Worst car I ever owned |
| Saab in Minnesota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2009 | 147000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2009 | 148000 | 88 | The drivers side front window would not go back up (it would only go down). Was apparently a problem with the window motor. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
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