1999 Saab 9-5 Saab 9-5 1999

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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%)

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1999 Saab 9-5 brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (33%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (33%)

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Chart based on 6 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

144000 mi

US $60
Brake booster vacuum system hoses broke during CBV replacement. 
204000 mi

US $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. 
206000 mi

US $370
Brake booster was replaced. 

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1999 Saab 9-5 4-door

turbocharged 4-cylinder manual 2WD

186000 mi Car in shop for nearly a month due to malfunctioning sensors (multiple) - ABS wheel speed sensor,  
124000 mi

US $100
ABS Module failed; replaced with a used unit car now runs fine. 

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1999 Saab 9-5 4-door

turbocharged 4-cylinder automatic 2WD

192820 mi A rebuilt brake booster that was installed in August then failed again. This was repaired in September. The brakes then intermittently failed to release completely after removing foot from the pedal. The shop took two tries to rectify this. 
201500 mi

C $600
Brake booster. Rebuilt unit failed after ~10 months. Shop no longer using rebuilt units. 

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1999 Saab 9-5 Brake Problems

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