2001 Saab 9-3 Saab 9-3 2001

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2001 Saab 9-3 repairs by problem area

Engine (52%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (12%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (8%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (10%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (8%)

Other (3%)

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2001 Saab 9-3 suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (20%)

$1000 - $2499 (20%)

$500 - $999 (20%)

$100 - $499 (20%)

< $100 (20%)

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2001 Saab 9-3 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 230hp 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD

121000 mi

US $800
front right bearing started to seize. Bearing and assembly replaced. 

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2001 Saab 9-3 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 205hp 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

93000 mi

US $2885
Tie rod ends worn out, left tie rod end dangerously worn and close to detaching, all tie rods replaced. Front struts and rear shocks worn out, new strut insert and shocks installed. 

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2001 Saab 9-3 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 185hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

124820 mi

C $150
Tie rod ends changed Steering bushings changed Suspension bushing changed 

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2001 Saab 9-3 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 185hp 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

162000 mi Front right wheel suspension/steering. Costco said it needed a hub or ball joint. Ended up being something else. 

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2001 Saab 9-3 2dr Convertible

turbocharged 205hp 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

165000 mi

US $1125
replaced several front end pieces. 

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2001 Saab 9-3 Suspension Problems

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