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1999 Saab 9-3 repairs by problem area
Engine (39%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)
Brakes and Traction Control (8%)
Suspension and Steering (27%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (13%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)
Other (3%)
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Chart based on 64 repairs.
1999 Saab 9-3 suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (6%)
$1000 - $2499 (18%)
$500 - $999 (18%)
$100 - $499 (35%)
< $100 (24%)
Chart based on 17 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
1999 Saab 9-3
Engine not specified
| 127000 mi US $220 |
Noise when turning steering wheel, empty power steering fluid reservoir every 15-20 miles, failed/broken power steering rack seals. Noise and rattling from front end, especially when driving over bumps. Deteriorating/failing front strut tops/mounts and struts. |
| 167200 mi US $565 |
Power Steering hose had a leak. A new high pressure hose was purchased and installed. Took a long time due to the part not coming in right away. |
| 117000 mi £93 |
My track rods ends were seized and it took the mechanics 2 hours in total to get them out and replace. A common problem i was advised as with the vauxhall. Access was somewhat limited for the mechanics |
| 120260 mi C $700 |
A ball joint needed to be replaced. |
| 192000 mi US $1500 |
Steering Rack Replaced with rebuilt unit. Then hose leaks, then more repairs before alignment, ball joints, struts, idler arm, outer tie rod end... |
1999 Saab 9-3 4-door
turbocharged 4-cylinder manual 2WD
| 120280 mi C $250 |
Replaced worn outer tie rod ends. |
| 122760 mi C $300 |
Replaced worn rear axle bushings for better handling. |
| 167000 mi | power steering fluid leaking |
1999 Saab 9-3 4-door
turbocharged 4-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 106000 mi US $4000 |
Power steering pump had to be rebuilt. |
| 106500 mi US $850 |
Replaced tie rod ends and strut mounts. |
| 102000 mi US $1500 |
Brakes needed repair as well as struts, shocks and other items as well |
1999 Saab 9-3 4-door
4-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 143000 mi US $75 |
Broken spring |
1999 Saab 9-3 2-door
turbocharged 4-cylinder manual 2WD
| 136400 mi C $260 |
replaced front ball joints |
| 108500 mi US $300 |
Noise upon hitting bumps on right front end. Replaced right front strut mount. |
| 122700 mi US $29 |
Pulling to the right. Bad wheel bearing. R&R right front wheel bearing. Pulling when going over lane indicators. R&R tie rod ends |
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